NVIC 01-24 Task 3.6.A

Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship

SCRB-X3.6 Effects of hypothermia and its prevention; use of protective covers and garments, including immersion suits and thermal protective aids

On an examination administered by the Coast Guard or as part of an approved or accepted course,

the candidate describes or selects the answer that describes hypothermia.

The candidate describes hypothermia, including:

1. Causes;
2. First aid for hypothermia;
3. Prevention of hypothermia;
4. Survival craft equipment to be used to prevent hypothermia; and
5. Personal protective equipment used to prevent or minimize hypothermia.