3 Day First Aid at Work Course

A fully comprehensive course accredited by the Health & Safety Executive is suitable for all types of workplaces, in particular those that present a high-risk environment. The course provides employees with the essential skills, knowledge & confidence to give effective life support in the event of an emergency and the ability to identify and treat injuries or illnesses in situations, which may arise.

Course outline

The course is typically covered over three days and includes topics that provide the delegate with the ability to confidently administer first aid to a casualty should the need arise.

The role of a first aider
Preventing cross infection
Recording workplace incidents & actions
How to assess & act safely in an emergency situation
Treat an unconscious casualty
Administer CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation)
Choking
Wounds or bleeds
Suffering from shock
Fractures, soft tissue & spinal injuries
Burns & scalds
Eye injuries
Poisoning
Allergic reaction
Recognise major illness includes heart attack, stroke, seizures, asthma, diabetes