A serious onboard casualty is exactly the kind of moment when preparation, role clarity and calm communication matter most. This Memory Aid gives crews and vessel leaders a practical guide to managing a casualty, covering: first response; medical priorities; communications; casualty handling; Medevac decisions; drills; and, post-incident support.
Discuss it with your team and use it to test your onboard arrangements.
Remember, you always have the right to put your own safety and the safety of others first.
If it looks unsafe, stop. Small actions can prevent great harm.
If you have concerns or want to share lessons learned you can do that confidentially through CHIRP, so others can benefit too.