Objective

The goal is to enhance safety and productivity in the maritime working environment by instilling the knowledge and skills appropriate to assist in a medical emergency situation while aboard a vessel.

Target Group

Individuals who are applying for Coast Guard licenses and must complete this course as a qualification prerequisite. Medical Care Provider course will satisfy: •The Medical First-Aid Provider training and standards of competence required by 46 CFR 12.619; AND •The Medical First-Aid Provider training requirements of 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(i), 11.317(a)(3)(i), 11.319(a)( 4)(i), 11.321(a)(3)(i), 11.329(a)( 4)(i), and 11.335(a)(3)(i); AND •The Medical First-Aid standards of competence required by 46 CFR 11.309(a)(3), 11.317(a)(2), 11.319(a)(3), 11.321(a)(2), 11.329(a)(3), and 11.335(a)(2); AND •The Medical First-Aid standards of competence required by STCW Code Section A­VI/4 and Table A-VI/4-1, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVIC 05-04; AND •The Medical First-Aid standards of competence required by STCW Code A-II/1 and Table A-II/1, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVICs 12-14(Ch-4), 01-17(Ch-2), and 02-18 Task 16.1; AND •The Medical First-Aid standards of competence required by STCW Code A-II/3 and Table A-II/3, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVIC 13-14 (Ch-3) Task 11.1.A; AND •The Medical First-Aid standards of competence required by STCW Code A-III/1 and Table A-III/1, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVICs 17-14(Ch-4) and 04-17(Ch-2) Task 14.1; AND •The Medical First-Aid standards of competence required by STCW Code A-III/6 and Table A-III/6, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVIC 23-14(Ch-2) Task 16.1.A.

Examination

The candidate will be required to score a minimum competency of 70% on a written exam and perform proficiency demonstrations. 46 CFR 10.403(a)(4) requires a written examination. Course Instructors are not permitted to assist with taking written exams.

Course Contents

This 3 day (24 hours) course course references STCW Code Table A VI/4-1, covering the following subject areas: Immediate Action First Aid Kits Body Structure and Functions Toxicology Hazards Onboard Examination of the Patient Spinal Injuries Burns Fractures, Dislocation, and Muscular Injuries Effects of Hyperthermia and Hypothermia Radio Medical Advice Pharmacology Sterilization Techniques Cardiac Arrest, Drowning, and Asphyxia