first aid at work
What will you learn? The course will give you the knowledge and confidence to deal with a first aid emergency in the workplace. Course content Accidents and illness Using a first aid kit Simple record keeping Treatment of an unconscious casualty Heart attacks Resuscitation Shock Choking Bleeding Burns and scalds Poisoning Fractures Seizures Asthma Severe allergic reaction Eye injuries Low blood sugar Fainting Course duration Three days. The course is usually offered as three consecutive days, however, we also offer it as a split course over several weeks at some centres. Assessment and certification After completing a final assessment successful candidates receive an HSE approved certificate valid for three years. A First Aid at Work manual and wallet sized I.D Card This course is legally compliant with the current Health and Safety (first aid) Regulations 1981. Upon successful completion of this three day course, first aiders receive certification to allow them to practise for three years after which a re-qualification course becomes necessary. It is strongly recommended that you update your skills by taking an annual refresher.