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Module 07 - Emergency Preparedness
Rescuing a Person With Hypothermia
Immediate actions:
- Ensure that you are wearing an approved PFD or lifejacket
- Assess the victim's current condition: What stage of hypothermia is he/she exhibiting?
- Clearly identify yourself to the person and ask him/her to respond
- Assess what emergency and/or personal items you have onboard that may be used to warm the victim
- Assess your ability to help the victim:
- Do you have warm, dry items to cover and wrap the person?
- Will you be able to get the victim to shore quickly?
- Exhibit a distress signal indicating your need for assistance if necessary
