Essential Marine First Aid: Comprehensive Training for Safety on the Water

Prepare yourself to handle emergencies on the water with our Marine First Aid courses, designed to equip you with the critical skills needed to ensure safety during any boating adventure.

What is Marine First Aid and Why is it Important?

Marine First Aid refers to the specialised medical care and emergency response techniques used in marine environments, such as on boats, ships, or offshore platforms. It involves the ability to assess and treat injuries, manage medical conditions, and respond to life-threatening situations like drowning or hypothermia while being far from immediate medical assistance. Given the unique challenges of being on the water, Marine First Aid requires knowledge of how to stabilise patients and provide care until professional help can be reached, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in remote or isolated maritime settings.

About Our Marine First Aid Level 1 Training Course

The Marine First Aid Level 1 training course is designed to provide participants with the critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to medical emergencies in marine environments. This comprehensive training covers essential areas such as CPR, injury treatment, management of medical conditions, and handling hypothermia, all tailored to the unique challenges of being on the water. Ideal for those spending extended periods on boats or ships, this course ensures you are prepared to provide effective care in emergencies, enhancing safety and preparedness in marine settings.

About Our Marine First Aid Level 2 Training Course

The Marine First Aid Level 2 course builds on the foundational skills taught in the Level 1 course by offering more in-depth training on advanced medical emergencies and scenarios specific to marine environments. While the Level 1 course focuses on basic first aid techniques and general emergency response, this advanced course delves into more complex medical conditions, such as severe injuries, prolonged care situations, and advanced resuscitation techniques, all tailored to the challenges of extended periods on the water. This course is designed for those who need a higher level of preparedness, such as individuals working in remote or high-risk marine environments, where professional medical help may be significantly delayed.

About Our Marine First Aid Level 3 Training Course

The Marine First Aid Level 3 course is an advanced training program designed for those who require a higher level of proficiency in marine medical emergencies. Unlike the other levels, this course provides in-depth coverage of complex medical scenarios, including advanced resuscitation techniques, management of severe trauma, and long-term care in remote marine environments. It is tailored for individuals who operate in high-risk or isolated settings, where immediate medical assistance may not be available for extended periods. This course equips participants with the skills necessary to handle the most challenging marine emergencies, surpassing the foundational and intermediate knowledge covered in the lower-level courses.

About Our Marine First Aid Level 4 Training Course

The Marine First Aid Level 4 course represents the highest level of training in marine first aid, offering the most comprehensive and advanced skills compared to other levels. Unlike the previous levels, which focus on basic to intermediate first aid and handling more common marine-related emergencies, Level 4 delves into critical care techniques required for managing severe, life-threatening conditions in highly remote or offshore environments. This course is specifically designed for individuals who operate in extreme marine conditions or locations far from immediate medical assistance, ensuring they are fully prepared to provide extended care and advanced medical interventions until professional help can be reached.

Preview the course content:

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Section 1

Course Introduction

15 mins
7 videos
This section includes:
  • Course introduction 2:41
  • Inland water dangers 2:12
  • Why learn first aid when on a boat 2:15
  • and more...
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Section 2

Safety and Calling for Help

28 mins
12 videos
This section includes:
  • What3Words - location app 1:59
  • Marine VHF Radios 2:45
  • Common Coastal Water Dangers 2:19
  • and more...
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Section 3

First Aid and Safety Equipment

19 mins
7 videos
This section includes:
  • Boat safety equipment 1:47
  • Life Jackets 3:01
  • Pet Life Jackets 1:32
  • and more...
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Section 4

Initial Assessment and Care

12 mins
5 videos
This section includes:
  • Consent 1:41
  • Gloves 3:12
  • Face shields 1:28
  • and more...
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Section 5

CPR

16 mins
6 videos
This section includes:
  • Introduction to CPR 2:12
  • Adult CPR 6:41
  • Compression only CPR 1:18
  • and more...
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Section 6

AED

11 mins
3 videos
This section includes:
  • AED Units 3:01
  • CellAED Personal defibrillator 3:36
  • IPAD SPR AED 4:34
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Section 7

Drowning

6 mins
3 videos
This section includes:
  • Drowning 2:02
  • Near and secondary drowning 2:11
  • Cold water shock 2:17
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Section 8

Choking

7 mins
2 videos
This section includes:
  • Adult Choking 3:44
  • Choking in children 3:17
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Section 9

Shock

9 mins
4 videos
This section includes:
  • Fainting 2:42
  • Types of Shock 2:27
  • Hypovolemic shock 2:39
  • and more...
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Section 10

Bleeding

33 mins
13 videos
This section includes:
  • The Healing Process 3:00
  • Types of Bleed 2:05
  • Serious Bleeding and Bandaging 2:54
  • and more...
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Section 11

Injuries

28 mins
9 videos
This section includes:
  • Introduction to Injuries 1:16
  • Injury assessment 5:15
  • Common injuries 2:56
  • and more...
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Section 12

Illness

34 mins
9 videos
This section includes:
  • Introduction to illnesses 1:46
  • Common illnesses 2:36
  • Heart Attacks 2:53
  • and more...
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Section 13

Course Summary

2 mins
1 videos
This section includes:
  • Course Summary 2:07

Frequently Asked Questions

Which occupations use this course?

The First Aid at Work Annual Refresher (VTQ) Course is perfect for:

  • First Aid at Work First Aiders
  • Emergency First Aid at Work First Aiders
  • Appointed Persons in the workplace
  • Employee's needing extra training or reviews

Can I take a workplace first aid course all online?

No, you cannot take courses like the FAW and EFAW online only, the HSE do not allow it. You can take these in a blended format by completing part of the course online and the rest locally. ProTrainings offer a full range of blended and classroom training nationwide. You can take the appointed persons in the workplace FAW Annual refresher course 100% online.

What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?

CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.

What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?

SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.



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