First Aid at Work

First Aid At Work 4 Days
Introduction
The course aims to train employees up to the standard required by the Health and Safety Executive for the Purpose of
the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. On completion of the course, candidates will be assessed in
Practical and Theory aspects of First Aid to the Health and Safety Executive Approved standard. Successful
completion of the assessment will Result in the award of a 'First Aid At Work' certificate. This will be Valid for three
years and should be renewed by attending a two-day Refresher course before the expiry date of the certificate..
Aims:
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
Act in the capacity of the company First Aid at Work trained employee in line with Health and Safety (First Aid)
Regulations 1981
Course content
The content of the course includes information and training in:
The Aims & Priorities of First Aid , Burns & Scalds
Laws & Regulations, Protection From Infection
Infectious Diseases, Recognition of Illness
Site Survey, Transport of Casualties, Basic Life Support, Poisoning
Miscellaneous Conditions, Burns and Scalds
Casualty Examination, Head Injuries
Chain of Survival, Concussion
Communication & Delegation, Compression
Stroke, Legal framework, Wounds and Bleeding
Record Keeping, Bone, Joint and Muscle injuries
Drowning, Shock, Electric Shock
Unconscious Casualties, Anaphylactic Shock
Smoke, Gas and Chemicals, Angina
Recovery Position, Epilepsy, Heart Attack
Crush Injuries, Diabetes, Effects of Heat and Cold
Spinal Injuries, Control of Bleeding
Personal Protective Equipment
Who should attend
This course is suitable for any one wishing to become a qualified First Aid at Work employee
Suggested follow up training
Oxygen Administration