Medical Emergency Evacuation (Maritime)

Who is the course for?

All personnel who have a role in preparing and executing a medical evacuation.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will give learners an awareness in relation to conducting an emergency evacuation for medical reasons in a safe manner.

How will the course benefit my company?

The course will ensure that learners are following best practice as detailed in national/international legislation, and company procedures.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code 

• The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 

• The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

• International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.