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RYA First Aid Course

January 29, 2023

£40

 Details

This is a one day first aid course and will cover all the basics from a boating perspective.
It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat but as it is an MCA approved course it does meet the requirements for Coastal Skipper, Yachtmaster, Advanced Powerboat and any RYA Instructor tickets requiring a first aid certificate.

Along with the basics, this course will include:
Recovery Position in confined spaces
CPR including drowning protocol
Cold Shock and Hypothermia
Seasickness, Dehydration and Heat Exhaustion
VHF medical assistance and helicopter rescue

Instructions

This course is classroom based and we shall not go on the water.
As it is a First Aid course, there will be photos and descriptions of injuries and illness, if this is going to be an issue please discuss with your instructor before the course starts.

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Details

Date:
January 29, 2023
Cost:
£40
Event Category:

Organiser

Cruising Section with Poole Yacht Club
Email
pyc.cruising.section@gmail.com

Venue

Poole Yacht Club
The Poole Yacht Club The Yacht Haven New Harbour Road West Hamworthy
Poole, Dorset BH15 4AQ United Kingdom
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