The aim of this course is to train candidates to manage an accident scene in the workplace, effectively communicate and delegate until the emergency services arrive. The course will teach the skills needed to deal with a casualty who is unconscious, not breathing, injured (as a result of an accident at work) and/or suffering from a medical condition.
Course content:
- Understanding the role of a First Aider
- Caring for an unconscious casualty
- Performing CPR
- Blood loss and shock
- Burns and scalds
- Disorders of the airway
- Poisoning
- Bone injuries
- Major medical conditions (including the administration of asprin and epinephrine)
Entry Requirements:
This course is suitable for all employees who have been identified through the First Aid Needs Risk Assessment process as requiring to become qualified First Aiders, and are easily accessible to other employees in the workplace specifically in high risk work environments.
Applicants should discuss access to this course with their manager and Practise Based Educator prior to booking.
A signed Learning Agreement will be required upon application.
Further information:
Please see Learning Space for more information or email student.services@circlehealthgroup.co.uk