What goes in a superyacht first-aid or marine medical kit?

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The chances of encountering a serious medical emergency on board are higher than ever as superyachts travel further offshore to more remote regions and guests engage in increasingly adventurous activities. Every vessel, whether it's a two-man boat with the bare minimum of equipment, a superyacht, or even a commercial fleet, requires adequate First Aid provision. Even when the boat is in regular service, having a fully stocked medical kit on hand is essential to ensure crew and guest safety at sea; but which first-aid kit does your boat require, where should it be kept, and how should it be organized?

Which first-aid kit should I get? Medical supplies for yachts and boats.

There's no doubt that all boats and yachts need a first-aid kit or medical kit on board, but the type and contents will vary depending on the yacht's flag, the type and activities of the boat, the number of passengers on board, the ports of call, and the distance or length of time spent away from the shore.

What exactly is MSN 1768?

The MSN 1768 regulations establish the minimum requirements for medical supplies on board all UK ships. A Merchant Shipping Notice, or MSN for short, is a directive issued by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. This includes: - Vessel owners and agents, Captains of fishing vessels, Masters\Seafarers, and MCA Inshore First-Aid Kit (Category C).

Category C First-Aid Kit is designed for small boats that are going inshore and are less than 60 nautical miles from shore or six hours away from medical help. Plasters, dressings, and bandages, as well as paracetamol and other basic first-aid supplies, are typically included in Category-C kits.

MCA Coastal First-Aid Kit (Category B)

For boats within 150 nautical miles of the coast or 12 to 24 hours from medical care, a Category B First-Aid Kit is required, allowing the crew to handle most minor medical situations on board before help arrives. Additional tools for resuscitation, allergies, and digestive issues will be included in Category-B kits.

Medical Kit for Yachts

Sea sickness tablets are an essential part of any superyacht first aid or Marine medical kit. Even the strongest stomachs are susceptible to seasickness in the right weather conditions. The problem is caused by a disturbance in the inner ear caused by the vessel's motion on the water. Because sea sickness can be extremely debilitating, it is critical to keep sea sickness tablets on board at all times. An MSN 1768 First Aid kit can include oxygen resuscitation kits that are specifically tailored to your vessel's or fleet's needs. There are also spare oxygen cylinders available. Vessels should have enough First Aid kits and doctor's bags on board, as well as certain medications.

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