Draft BST- Sea Survival Stakeholder Review

Safety training

GWO Basic Safety Training / V19 02052025

17) The participants can recognise signs of hypothermia and how to use a Thermal Protective Aid (TPA) (Knowledge, basic level)

The instructor shall:

Facilitate a group discussion or Q/A activity on:

a. the various stages and signs of hypothermia, and how to detect these

b.

how to apply a TPA

Present examples of individual and collective actions to minimise the risk of hypothermia while in the water (“HELP” – Heat Escape Lessening Positions)

The participants shall:

Engage in discussions and share experiences on hypothermia

This element may be conducted during the practical exercise

Note

ELEMENT 3.4 - DROWNING

Learning objective:

18) The participants can recognise signs of drowning (Knowledge, basic level)

The instructor shall:

Facilitate a group discussion or Q/A activity on signs of drowning and correct first aid treatment on drowning

The participants shall:

Engage in discussions and share experiences on drowning

This element may be conducted during the practical exercise

Note

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