HSE First Aid at Work

HSE First Aid at Work

Course Details

The HSE (Health & Safety Executive) clearly outlines an employer's obligations with regard to First Aid in the Workplace via the Health & Safety at Work (First Aid) Act 1981. This course complies with all the obligations and qualifies the successful individual as the First Aider at Work. Upon successful completion, a certificate valid for three years will be awarded.

Who is this course for?

The course is suitable for those staff who wish to obtain a First Aid At Work certificate and become designated First Aiders in their workplace.

Course Content

• Assessing the casualty
• CPR
• Unconsciousness
• Wounds and Bleeding
• Injuries to bones, muscles and joints
• Burns and scalds
• Eye injuries
• Shock
• Poisoning
• Casualties overcome by gas or fumes
• Recognition and treatment of illness
• Transportation of casualties
  

Course Objectives

By the end of the course participants will be able to:

• Act safely, promptly and effectively during emergencies at work
• Use first aid equipment
• Understand employer duties and legislation
• Maintain first aid records
• Recognise the importance of personal hygiene in first aid procedures
  

Assessment

The course is assessed via a practical assessment. If successful the delegate will receive a First Aid at Work certificate, which is valid for three years.