Course duration: 4 Days
Overview
This course is designed to cover the practical skills needed by a first-aider in the modern workplace. The course will give delegates the confidence and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies. The course is aimed at your nominated workplace first-aiders or anyone wanting a comprehensive introduction to first aid.
Course Agenda
Accidents and illness
Poisoning
Using a first aid kit
Fractures
Simple record keeping
Seizures
Treatment of an unconscious casualty
Asthma
Severe allergic reaction
Heart attacks
Eye injuries
Resuscitation
Low blood sugar
Shock
Fainting
Choking
Bleeding
Burns and scalds
Certification
After completing a final assessment, successful candidates receive an HSE approved certificate valid for three years.
This course is legally compliant with the current Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations. Upon successful completion of this four day course, first aiders receive certification to allow them to practise for three years after which a re-qualification course becomes necessary.