What to know for Cold Water Survival
Reduce heat loss and panic after immersion while waiting for rescue.
Cold shock, swimming limits, HELP position, group huddle, and hypothermia risk. This module is mapped to the published course boundary for Sea Survival Revision and written as an independent revision aid, not official training material.
Key Points
- Cold shock affects breathing in the first minutes
- Unnecessary swimming wastes heat and energy
- HELP and huddle positions reduce heat loss
- Keep airway clear and stay visible
Last reviewed: 6 July 2026 by Compass Revision curriculum review
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