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Appropriate for those working in supervisory positions. |
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Assessment by qualified assessor, leading to Ofqual accreditation, which is valid for 3 years. |
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The course aims to train employees up to the Health & Safety Executive approved standard for the purpose of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 |
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| Objectives: |
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By the end of the programme the student will be able to: |
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Provide emergency first aid at work safely, promptly and effectively
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Understand the role of the first aider
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Take steps to avoid cross-infection
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Understand the need to record incidents and actions
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Use available equipment safely & effectively
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Recognise the effects of major illness and provide appropriate first aid response
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Administer appropriate first aid to casualties with major trauma injuries
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Administer appropriate first aid to unconscious casualties, or those experiencing seizure, choking or shock
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Provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries in the workplace
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Duration: |
3 Days |
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Cost: |
£295 + VAT |
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| Demand led |
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The role of the first aider
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Contents of first aid kits (avoiding cross infection)
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Recording of incidents and accidents
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Assessing the situation in an emergency
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Administering first aid to a casualty who;
- Is unconscious (including seizures)
- Requires cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Is choking
- Is wounded or bleeding
- Is in shock
- Has minor conditions - to include: minor cuts, grazes & bruises, minor burns & scalds, small splinters
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Administering first aid to a casualty with;
- Injuries to bones, muscles, joints including suspected spinal injury
- Sudden poisoning
- Burns & scalds
- Eye injuries
- Anaphylactic shock
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Recognise the presence of major illness and provide appropriate first aid including heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma & diabetes
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