• Aims of First Aid – Dealing with an emergency • Priorities of Treatment – Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation – Adult • Recognition and treatment of regurgitation. Use of face shields • Choking – Adult • Unconscious Patient: Including recovery position and dealing with a patient who is in seizure (fitting) • Bleeding / Shock – Blood loss theory, internal bleeding, recognition and treatment of shock. • Wounds & Bleeding – Cross infection / Treatment of bleeding and minor injuries • Burns & Scalds • Recording Incidents and First Aid Actions

Equipment & Other Requirements

Candidates are required to bring the following equipment on the day of the training:-

• A Form of photo ID (Passport, Driving license, Formal ID Cards)
• If you are attending a First Aid Course we ask that due to the practical content of the course we advise to wear comfortable clothing. There will be some floor work for the Practical when carrying out for CPR.

If attending a refresher course candidate must provide their current certificate on the day of the training

If preferred you can also email us a copy of your certificate prior to attending the course.

Course Benefits: • Legislative compliance • Improved safety culture and staff morale • Reduced risk of accidents and incidents • Reduced risk of claims and prosecutions • Improved staff retention

To enable delegates to take charge if an illness or injury occurs and covers the basic skills required. Currently valid for three years.

First Aid provision in the workplace saves lives, it can help employers reduce costs from injury and it is a legal obligation of every single employer to make sure that their employees receive the right First Aid care in the workplace. This course provides the comprehensive set of practical skills needed to become a confident first aider at work, giving you both the ability and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies.