Emergencies can arise at any time and place so it’s important to always be prepared for any situation that may arise when on a boat and water vessel. Having the appropriate Marine First Aid Medical kits for boats and yachts or even a commercial vessel is a must.

MSN 1768 which is published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency applies to all UK ships whatever the type of vessel  - private or commercial - and mandates the marine first aid kitthat any boat or ship must carry.

Whether you have a commercial vessel, a fishing boat, a company or are just an individual, never underestimate the importance of the first aid box.  ANP Pharma are a MSN 1768 Supplier and are well versed in supplying the correct items for ships’ medical stores under the appropriate regulations.

All UK ships must carry a minimum amount of medical supplies in their store and with the advent of Covid-19, this yacht medical kitshould be augmented to include equipment to keep the crew and any other staff and passengers safe against the risk of Covid-19.

All UK ships must carry a minimum amount of medical supplies in their store and this is set out in a regulation called MSN 1768 published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.  This rule stipulates the contents of the onboard medical chest and details of other medical equipment which must be carried and also the responsibilities of how to comply with MSN 1768.

Travel sickness can affect people on aeroplanes, boats and ships and even in cars.  Travel sickness and motion sickness are terms used interchangeably but they mean the same thing. In the context of the sea, the label ‘sea sickness’ is used.