Who Should attend:
All employers in the UK have a legal duty to make First Aid provision for their employees whilst they are at work. This course is ideal for those persons who are nominated to be a First Aider in the workplace, or who want the most comprehensive introduction to First Aid.
Aims:
The knowledge and confidence to deal with a First Aid emergency.
Course Content:
Delegates will receive thorough training in a range of First Aid competencies including:
- Role of the first aider
- Aims and principles of First Aid
- Prevention of cross-infection during First Aid procedures
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Legal aspects of First Aid at Work, record keeping and use of equipment
- Management of the unconscious casualty
- Assessment and treatment of a casualty who is wounded, bleeding or shocked
- Assessment and treatment of fractures, dislocations and soft tissue injuries
- Assessment and treatment of burns, poisoning and eye injuries
- Assessment and treatment of common major and minor illnesses
- Emergency transport of casualties
Candidate Assessment:
Continuous assessment by trainer and practical skills tests.
Qualification
On successful completion of the course and final assessment, the delegate will receive a certificate, which is valid for three years.