Regulatory basis
- STCW 2010 Regulation VI/4
- STCW Code Section A-VI/4-1
- IMO Model Course 1.14
STCW Basic & Advanced
Medical First Aid (MFA)
Medical First Aid (MFA) prepares seafarers to provide immediate medical attention to casualties on board until further medical assistance is available.
Target audience
- Seafarers designated to provide medical first aid on board
Prerequisites
- Elementary First Aid certificate recommended
Learning objectives
What you'll be able to do
Apply immediate first aid in case of accident or illness
Use the medical guide for ships and radio medical advice
Manage casualties through to handover
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Patient examination
- Vital signs
- Diagnosis aids
02
Trauma management
- Wounds
- Burns
- Spinal injuries
03
Medical conditions
- Cardiac
- Respiratory
- Gastrointestinal
04
Toxicology & drowning
- Toxic exposures
- Resuscitation
Assessment
Practical and written assessment.
Certification
STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Medical 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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