Colin Berry & Douglas Justins 
First Aid at Sea [PDF ebook] 

Fully updated 8th edition of this easy-to-access instant guide to emergency first aid for all seafarers.



This essential guide to first aid afloat is an essential part of any on-board medical kit. Its colour-coded tabs and clear layout make it easy to use in an emergency.



This revised new edition has been updated with latest medical practice, including information relating to Covid-19, expanded information on treating burns, a new section on diving accidents, and updates to advice on certain illnesses and first aid kit contents. Clear, easy-to-follow illustrations make it ideal for crew members with limited training in first aid.



Key features include:



· Concise descriptions of each medical condition

· Prioritised lists of treatments

· Covers all the medical emergencies likely to be encountered at sea

· Fully updated in line with current guidelines and best practice



Here is some praise for previous editions in the sailing press:



»A highly practical on-board emergency tool written by doctors who sail» –
Yachting Monthly



»A handy companion not only detailing medical procedures but providing some information on emergency communications» –
Sailing Today