Medical:
Each member of Sarah-Sarah’s crew was required to submit a detailed health questionnaire for evaluation by a doctor, specifically engaged to support the crew on this voyage. Each member was evaluated for fitness and a care plan provided to include sufficient medications and contingency medications to cover possible medical complications during the trip.
Sarah-Sarah has engaged the assistance of an MD ashore to act as the crew’s consultative physician during the trip and to prescribe care during any health complications that should arise during the voyage.
This physician is building a first aid kit and Sarah-Sarah will carry recommended OTC and prescription meds to be used should the physician prescribe them during the trip.
The first aid kit includes an AED and all crew will receive training in CPR/AED and wilderness first aid prior to the trip.
Crew Rest:
With four crew aboard, overnight passages will be taken in three-hour shifts giving each man a full 9 hours off the helm before any work is required. This 3 on 9 off schedule will maximize crew rest and allow all aboard to function accordingly during all hours.
Emergency Medical Plan:
Objective:
To ensure a swift and effective response to medical emergencies, minimizing harm and maximizing the chances of a positive outcome for any injured or sick crew member.
Scope:
The EMP for Sarah-Sarah covers the any illness or injury to a crew member that is determined, by the nature of the illness or injury or as dictated by the sick or injured crew member, to constitute an emergency beyond basic first aid or remote physician’s guidance.
Procedures:
Notification:
After Initial assessment and consultation with ship’s doctor ashore (if prudent and/or possible) the first notification will be made to the nearest agency ashore (U.S. Coast Guard, GREENPOS, NORDREG) to begin the development of a plan for advanced care and transportation if required.
Each crew member of Sarah-Sarah has purchased a medical evacuation policy with Global Rescue from “the point of injury” to the preferred U.S. Hospital. This service includes positions below the 80th parallel, but circumstance and location may affect their ability to respond immediately.
Te location and contact information for every hospital and airfield/airport along the route has been identified and that information will be used to affect the best possible outcome for any potential emergency.
First Aid / On Board Assessment:
Primary First Aid provider aboard Sarah-Sarah will be Mario Vittone. Unless he, himself, is the patient in question, Mario will provide initial assessment of the patients illness or injuries and will provide that assessment and vital signs to the relevant authorities and the physician ashore.
Evacuation:
If the patient can be stabilized and the vessel can make it to a suitable port without further risk of injury or illness to the patient, than Global Rescue will be engaged to meet the vessel at port for the patient-transfer. If evacuation is more urgent, guidance and options from the relevant authorities will be followed.
Communication:
Established communication protocols between emergency responders, first responders, and other relevant personnel.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Clearly defined roles for individuals involved in the response, such as first responders, emergency coordinators, and safety personnel.
Training requirements for each role, including CPR, first aid, and AED operation.
Resources:
Identification and location of necessary equipment, such as first aid kits, AEDs, and emergency supplies.
Procedures for accessing and maintaining these resources.
Training and Drills:
Regular training for staff and volunteers on emergency procedures and protocols.
Periodic drills to ensure that personnel are familiar with their roles and responsibilities.
Documentation:
Maintaining records of medical emergencies, responses, and training activities.
Regularly reviewing and updating the plan to ensure its effectiveness.