Mahapola Ports & Maritime Academy - Proficiency In Elementary First-aid

Course Overview

To provide attendants with the knowledge and skills so that they can take immediate action upon encouraging an accident or other medical emergency

CONTENTS

• Introduction, General Principle
• Structure of Human Body and Functions
• Positioning of Casualty
• The Unconscious Casualty
• Resuscitation
• Bleeding
• Management of Shock
• Burns and Scalds and Accident Caused by Electricity
• Casualty Handling, Rescue and Transport
• Infectious Diseases, Personal Health and Hygiene, Enclosed Space etc.
• Relevant Practical Exercises

METHODOLOGY

Lectures, Discussions, Demonstration, Practical Exercises, Evaluation