Covering the most common risks
The medical and material provision is not the same according to its navigation program and its distance from the port. The boater will not need the same medication if he can return quickly to shore and consult a doctor or if he has to spend more than 24 hours at sea before returning to port.
The Maritime Medical Consultation Centre has drawn up three lists of medical endowments to be carried on board its ship according to its navigation. These medicines and equipment cover the majority of pathologies that could occur on board: cardiology, gastrology, analgesia, dermatology, ophthalmology, paediatrics, and even neurology.
However, if you have any doubts about a pathology and even if the symptoms seem benign, do not hesitate to consult the CCMM, which will provide you with a remote medical consultation and guide you on the attitude to adopt. You will then be able to inform them about the staffing on board and inform them of the patient's condition thanks to the Medical Observation Form, which you will have filled out beforehand. A doctor from the MMCC will then determine whether the patient can be treated on board or whether a medical evacuation or medical evacuation is necessary.
What equipment for what navigation?
In the case of sailing less than 6 miles from the coast, the yachtsman will be content with about ten medicines (more if the format/dosage is to be adapted to children).
See the list for a navigation less than 6 miles away
In the case of sailing between 6 and 60 miles from the coast, the yachtsman will add to the basic provision (coastal), a complementary provision of 21 medicines (including 3 adapted to children).
See the list for a navigation between 6 and 60 miles
Finally, for sailing more than 60 miles from the coast, the yachtsman will add 14 additional medicines to the two previous lists.
See the list for sailing over 60 miles
A few tips
Medicines and equipment must be placed in a leak-proof container that cannot be opened by children. The first-aid kit must be placed in an easily accessible place, away from light and water and not subject to temperature variations. Products must be stored in a rational and clear organization to facilitate their use and avoid errors. The quantities offered correspond to a maximum crew of 6 people.
If you are taking children on board, you should use appropriate dosages or substitutes according to their age.
Don't forget to bring sun protection, such as sunscreen, which is not mandatory but highly recommended.
CCMM Recommendations :
- Subjects with a specific history (allergies, asthma, neurological, cardiac or other syndromes) must have the emergency treatment adapted to their case.
- In the event of pre-existing illness and/or ongoing treatment, this list must be submitted to the attending physician who will indicate any drug incompatibilities and prescribe additional drugs if necessary.
- Except in cases of force majeure, medicines covered by List I or List II regulations can only be used on medical prescription: ask for a telemedical consultation (CCMM). Subjects with a history of allergies must be particularly vigilant.
