About the Course

Health and Safety in the workplace are essential considerations for all employers.  It is vital that there are people on site who are qualified to act as First Aiders in case of an accident. This course is designed for workplace and as such we aim to deliver a program to suit your working environment.

Course Content

- Action to take in an emergency
- Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
- Care of an unconscious casualty
- Care of wounds and stopping bleeding
- Transportation of a casualty and the 999 procedure
- Recognise common major illness
- Recognise common minor illness
- Record keeping and RIDDOR instructions
- Simulated workplace incidents

Administer to a casualty with:
- Burns or scalds
- Fracture
- Soft tissue damage
- Shock
- Eye injuries and irrigation
- Poisoning
- Hypoxia

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

Equipment Requirements

All equipment is provided at the College.

Assessment

The course tutor assesses the course continuously via theory and practical work with a final formal oral and practical exam by external examiners.  Successful delegates will be awrded the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) certificate which is valid for 3 years.

Progression

The HSE strongly recommends that you attend a refresher session once every year during the three year period of your valid First Aid Qualification.  This Annual Refresher course provides you with an opportunity to practise and update your skills.  This is a half day course that is run at the college. 

Enrolment Instructions

Bookings can be made online, or complete a Reservation Form and return it to the Employer Engagement Team.  Please ensure you read a copy of the terms and conditions for bookings and that we are informed of any special requirements.  

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