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First Aid at Sea

Authors:	Douglas Justins, Colin Berry
Edition:	2022
Format:	Spiral-bound
Size:	190 x 251 mm

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Essential First Aid for Seafarers

A fully updated, easy-access first aid guide designed for emergencies at sea.

First Aid at Sea is the fully updated 8th edition of this essential, easy-to-access guide to emergency first aid for all seafarers.

This practical onboard reference is a vital part of any vessel’s medical kit. Its waterproof, ring-bound pages, colour-coded tabs, and clear layout make it easy to use in an emergency.

The latest edition has been updated to reflect current medical practice, including Covid-19 considerations, expanded guidance on treating burns, a new section on diving accidents, and revised advice on illnesses and first aid kit contents. Clear, step-by-step illustrations make it ideal for crew members with limited training.

Key Features:

Concise descriptions of medical conditions
Prioritised lists of treatments
Ringbinding for easy page turning and flat-lay use
Waterproof pages for durability at sea
Colour-coded thumb index for quick reference
Covers all medical emergencies likely to be encountered at sea
Fully updated with current best practices and guidelines

Praise for Previous Editions:

‘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

About the Authors

Douglas Justins is an anaesthetist at St Thomas' Hospital, London. Colin Berry is an anaesthetist and experienced yachtsman, having crewed and served as the medic in a Whitbread Round the World Yacht. He has also cruised, raced, and served as a medical officer in the Royal Navy.