Emergency First Aid at Work
Where an organisation's risk assessment of First Aid needs identifies that there is a requirement for Emergency First Aid at Work practitioners, then this national Award in Emergency First Aid at Work satisfies the requirements of the regulatory body for First Aid - the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Who is this course aimed at?
All learners will have the skills and knowledge to provide the organisation with Emergency First Aider's that can provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner.
How long will the course take?
One day.
What topics will it cover?
• Responsibilities and reporting
• Assessment of the situation
• Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
• Basic hygiene in First Aid
• Resuscitation
• Anatomy
• Minor injuries
• Bleeding control
• Burns
• Choking
• Epilepsy
• Shock
What books will I need?
No books are needed.
Is there an exam?
Assessment is on-going by the instructor, along with a multiple choice question paper.
When will I know if I've passed?
On the day. A three year qualification will be issued to those who satisfy the criteria. In addition the HSE strongly recommend that all students undergo an annual refresher programme of three hours.
How much will it cost?
£65+VAT per candidate.