First Aid At Work

All employers in the UK have a legal obligation to make first aid provision for their employees. This course is ideal for those who are going to be a nominated First Aider in the workplace. This three day course meets the statutory requirements of the Health & Safety Executive. Candidates must be of a working age and intend to practice first aid in the workplace during the validity of the certificate.

For all our courses we have a reminder system in place for your convenience to let you know when your certificate is due for renewal.

The course duration is 3 days and a certificate of competence lasting three years and HSE approved will be awarded on successful completion of the course.

Requalification (First Aid at Work)

This is a refresher course for current First Aiders who hold a valid First Aid at Work certificate. Evidence of this certificate will be required on commencement.

A Requalification course can be taken up to 3 months before and within 28 days after the current certificate expires. The new certificate will be dated from the expiry date. (See new legislation)

The course duration is 2 days and a certificate of competence lasting three years and HSE approved will be awarded on successful completion of the course.

These courses involve practical assessments and students may be required to carry out some home study.

Syllabus

• Health & Safety Responsibilities
• Managing an Incident
• Priorities of First Aid
• Managing an Unconscious Casualty
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Bleeding
• Shock
• Choking
• Hyperventilation
• Asthma
• Low Blood Sugar
• Head Injuries
• Epilepsy
• Chest Pains
• Eye Injuries
• Injuries to bones, muscles and joints
• Burns & Scalds
• Moving Casualties
• Poisons, Gases & Fumes
• Care and Communication

Annual Refresher Training

Due to the wealth of evidence on the severity of 'first aid skill fade', the HSE now recommend that all First Aiders atend annual refresher training. Please contact us for course dates and venues (or we will come to you).