First Aid at Work (HSE approved course)
The course covers the practical skills needed by a first aider in the modern workplace. The course sets out to give the attendee the confidence and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies.
Who should attend?
Nominated workplace first aiders, or anyone wanting a comprehensive introduction to first aid.
Course content
The course aims to impart the knowledge and confidence to deal with a first aid emergency in the workplace, and covers:
- 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 spread over a number of weeks.
Assessment and certification
After completing a final assessment, successful candidates receives an HSE approved certificate valid for three years.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.
Delivered in your workplace or at our training facility. For prices and availability contact Brendan Cunney on 0778 8117177 or training@jmccann.co.uk
