First Aid At Work, refresher (2 Days)
The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 require employers to provide adequate and appropriate equipment, facilities and personnel to enable first aid to be given to employees if they are injured or become ill at work. These Regulations apply to all workplaces including those with five or fewer employees and to the self-employed. Successful candidates on this course will qualify as first aiders ( as defined by the regulations). The qualification will last for 3 years.
  
The first aid at work 2 day refresher is an ideal opportunity to discuss any updates or revisions to the HSE, first aid at work legislation and practices. Also to practice practical treatment techniques that may have not been used for 3 years.
Students are also encouraged to discuss any issues or concerns encountered in their duties as a work place first aider.
Who is it for?
Course content includes:
- Priorities of first aid
- Managing an incident
- Roles/ responsibilities of employers & employees for first aid at work
- Care of the unconscious casualty
- Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Disorders of the airway
- Dealing with bleeding and shock
- Causes of unconsciousness
- Burns and scalds
- Injuries to bones, muscles & joints
- Poisoning
- Recognition and management of major illnesses
- Recognition of minor illnesses and appropriate action
- Eye injuries
- Miscellaneous injuries
- Record keeping and accident reporting
- Infection control
- Communication and delegation in an emergency
- Manage the transportation of a casualty
Qualification:
Course Summary:
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Duration - 2 Days (09:00 - 17:00)
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Assessment (written) multi choice paper
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Assessment (practical) simulated medical scenarios
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Courses are run at various convenient locations
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In company training available
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Certification awarded to all successful candidates - valid for 3 years
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Discounts available for in-company training or multiple places on open courses.
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The first aid at work course can be combined with A.E.D (Automated External Defibrillator) where required
Contact us for costs and more information
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