MEDICAL CARE

(Table A-VI/4-2 of the STCW Code)

This five-day course is for seafarers designated to take charge of medical care on board ship and for those requiring certificates of competency.

Duration of course: 5 days

Attendance: Minimum 4 trainees per day.

On completion, the seafarer will have sufficient knowledge of medical stores and equipment on board to be able to:

  • Diagnose medical problems on board;
  • Provide medical care to the sick and injured while they remain on board;
  • Participate in coordinated schemes for medical assistance to ships.
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