COURSE OVERVIEW
This 3 day first aid course is a Level 3 QCF Award and recommended by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Upon completion, this makes you a fully qualified first aider with the skills to deal with any situation.
The course is HSE recommended and complies with Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations and the approved code of practice L74 guidelines for the qualification of workplace first aiders.
Alongside meeting these requirements, you will also be equipped with the knowledge and skills to administer a wide variety of first aid techniques in the workplace with confidence – from treating minor wounds to saving the lives of colleagues in life-threatening situations.
COURSE CONTENT
Principles of first aid
Prevention of cross-infection
Basic life support (CPR)
Breathing management
Managing unconscious casualties
Assessing and treating wounds & bleeds
Treating anaphylaxis
Treating shock or sudden poisoning
Treating burns, poisoning and eye injuries
Treating common major and minor illnesses
Managing asthma attacks and choking
Fractures, dislocations and head injuries
Managing epilepsy and diabetes
Record keeping and equipment use
Legal aspects and secondary surveys