Medications On Board
A record of all medications on the ship -- prescription and over-the-counter -- will be kept by the primary first aid officer.
Details provided will serve as a reference for the Trainee, the Teacher/Leader-in-Charge, the Primary First Aid Officer and, in the event of an emergency or unexpected symptoms, first responding medical personnel.
Because the area where trainees keep their personal items is not secure, controlled substances will be stored in a location accessible only to the Teacher/Leader-in-Charge or the Primary First Aid Officer. This includes most medications for ADHD, some anxiety meds, and any narcotics.
- All medications must be in or with the pharmacy labelled container or manufacturer packaging.
- The trainee must bring Double the expected amount of prescription medication or any essential over-the-counter (OTC) medication needed for the duration of the voyage and post trip travel.
- Medications must be in two separate zip storage bags, clearly labelled with the trainee’s name. Duplicate medications and all controlled substances will be secured by the Teacher/Leader-in-Charge or Primary First Aid Officer.
- Any medications which must be administered within a short time of symptoms (such as EpiPen, asthma inhalers, migraine meds) must be kept close at hand or on the trainee's person at all times.
- Sharing, abuse or theft of any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) is a serious offence which will result in expulsion from the trip (as per the Conduct Policy).
Please be assured that medical information collected is confidential.