Course Objectives: This course covers the practical skills needed by a first aider in the workplace. It will give you the confidence and knowledge required to effectively deal with first aid emergencies in the workplace.
Who Should Attend?: Nominated workplace first aiders, or anyone wanting a comprehensive introduction to first aid.
Course Content: Topics covered on this course include the following: - Accidents and illnesses - Using a first aid kit - Simple record keeping - Treatment of an unconscious casualty - Heart attacks - Resuscitation - Shock - Chocking - Bleeding - Burns and scalds - Poisoning - Fractures - Seizures - Asthma - Severe allergic reactions - Eye injuries - Low blood sugar - Fainting
At the end of the course delegates are required to complete and pass an assessment.
On successful completion of the assessment, delegates will receive a certificate which is valid for 3 years.