Basic Life Skills (First Aid)
Short course
In Edgware
Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
Edgware
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Duration
1 Day
This course enables the candidate to effectively deal safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency situation arise in the work place. It also gives training regarding importance of personal hygiene in first aid procedure. The candidate will: Be aware of the current first aid protocols. Be aware of the reporting procedures for accidents/injuries. Be able to prioritize a multiple casualty incident. Be skilled in CPR and current first aid techniques to deal with medical emergencies. Suitable for: Carers, senior carers, managers
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This course enables the candidate to effectively deal safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency situation arise in the work place. It also gives training regarding importance of personal hygiene in first aid procedure.
Suitable for
Carers, senior carers, managers
Course contents
• Primary and secondary assessment of a casualty
• Summoning help
• How to deal with a conscious/unconscious casualty
• Administration of CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation)
• The recovery position
• The contents of a first aid kit
• Reporting and recording accident details
• Effective treatment for: diabetes, epilepsy, hypothermia, choking, shock, bleeding, fractures, burns, heart attack, head injuries
Aims and objectives
To give candidates confidence and skills to deal with a first aid incident.
The candidate will:
• Be aware of the current first aid protocols
• Be aware of the reporting procedures for accidents/injuries
• Be able to prioritize a multiple casualty incident
• Be skilled in CPR and current first aid techniques to deal with medical emergencies
This training provides information and practical skills regarding treatment for the purpose of preserving life and minimizing the consequences of injury or illness until medical help arrives. It also provides knowledge about treatment of minor injuries, which would otherwise receive no treatment.
Cost
£ 95
Duration
1 day
Basic Life Skills (First Aid)