Regulatory basis
- STCW 2010 Regulation VI/1
- STCW Code Section A-VI/1-3
- IMO Model Course 1.13
STCW Basic & Advanced
Elementary First Aid (EFA)
Elementary First Aid (EFA) gives seafarers the skills needed to take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency on board, until a more qualified person arrives.
Target audience
- All seafarers prior to first sea service
Prerequisites
- None beyond medical fitness
Learning objectives
What you'll be able to do
Assess casualty needs and threats to own safety
Apply immediate first aid and resuscitation (CPR)
Control bleeding and treat shock
Manage burns, scalds, fractures, and dislocations
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Body structure & functions
- Vital systems overview
02
Emergency action
- Casualty assessment
- Recovery position
- CPR
03
Common shipboard injuries
- Bleeding & shock
- Burns
- Fractures
- Poisoning
Assessment
Practical demonstration and written test.
Certification
STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Elementary First Aid. Refresher every 5 years.
References & further reading
Authoritative sources
This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.
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