As a Red Cross authorized provider, F.A.S.T. Rescue offers the Advanced Marine First Aid Program.  This program covers comprehensive First Aid, CPR and AED techniques and scenarios for those who need a higher level of training to work and respond to emergencies in a marine setting.  This course meets the requirements of Transport Canada as outlined in Transport Publication (TP) 13008. It is designed for any person who wants to obtain a rating certificate, endorsement, or a Master or Officer certification, and for those providing first aid on board a vessel engaged on a near-coastal voyage, class 1, or on board a vessel on unlimited waters. Click here for the course description.

Completion

100% attendance, skills demonstration, and 80% min. passing grade on written exam

Certification   

3-year certification in Marine Advanced First Aid, CPR Level HCP, and AED, and a Transport Canada certification in Marine Advanced First Aid

Course Content   

• The emergency scene
• Preventing disease transmission
• Assessment
• Respiratory emergencies
• Airway and ventilation
• Circulatory emergencies
• Bleeding
• Shock
• Soft tissue injuries
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Head and spine injuries
• Chest, abdominal, and pelvic injuries
• Sudden illnesses
• Poisoning
• Heat‐ and cold‐related emergencies
• Reaching and moving people
• Multiple casualty incidents
• Toxicological hazards aboard ship
• Radio medical advice
• Pharmacology
• Sterilization
• Includes any other content required by specific legislation