HSE Approved First Aid at Work

Duration

This HSE approved course totals 24 Hours and must be completed within 13 weeks. This is usually delivered over 4 consecutive days or one day per week over four weeks

Venue

Bedford Modern School or client specific

Aims & Objectives

At the end of this course, delegates will be able to:

• Assess emergency situations and carry out appropriate action including informing emergency services
• Carry out artificial ventilation and chest compressions
• Place casualty into the recovery position and know to use this position
• Clear obstructed airway
• Control severe bleeding
• Recognise and treat shock
• Understand the requirements of a first aid kit and how to report accidents in the workplace
• Recognise and treat major illnesses
• Deal with burns and scolds
• Recognise and treat fractures
• Carry out the duties of a First Aider in a safe and approved manner, with no risk to self or third party.

Course Content

• Assessing the casualty and situation
• The unconscious casualty
• Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Head injuries
• Choking and asthma
• Severe bleeding
• Shock
• The first aid kit and reporting procedures· Heart attack, seizures and diabetes
• Burns and scolds
• Fractures

Target Audience

This course is designed for anyone involved in a workplace, whether employer or employee who are required to provide First Aid in accordance with Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

Pre-Course Preparation

This course involves theoretical and practical elements, therefore delegates will need to dress appropriately for carrying out floor-based tasks such as CPR.

Certification

Delegates who successfully complete this course, including the practical assessments will receive a HSE approved certificate valid for three years.

Course Dates

21st September

20th October

Course Cost £ 120.00

Please Call  08450568951