MFA Task 1.2.A

Immobilize a victim with a spinal injury

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 05-04 Task 1.2.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board

AFA-X1.05 Spinal Injuries
Condition Behavior Standard

In a graded practical exercise, given a simulated non-critical patient, use of a cervical immobilization device, a long spine board, and a team of rescuers,

the candidate will properly immobilize the patient's spine.

The candidate correctly performs, within 20 minutes and in proper sequence, all of the following:

a. stabilizes cervical spine;
b. selects and applies appropriate size cervical spine-immobilization device;
c. maintains cervical alignment and traction while directing a team performing a log-roll onto a long spine board; and
d. demonstrates securing the patient to a long spine board, securing the torso, then the head.