1 Day First Aid Course (1-6 people)
An Emergency First Aid at Work course is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge to respond effectively in case of a medical emergency in the workplace. The course typically lasts one day and focuses on providing basic first aid skills to handle a range of workplace accidents and health incidents. Here’s a breakdown of the typical subjects covered:
1. Introduction to First Aid
Importance of first aid in the workplace
The role of the first aider
Legal considerations and responsibilities
2. Assessment of the Situation
Assessing the environment and ensuring personal safety
Checking the casualty’s condition and calling for help
Identifying if further medical help is needed
3. Basic Life Support (BLS)
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) for adults
Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) if available
Recovery position and airway management
4. Managing Unconscious Casualties
How to approach and assess an unconscious person
The recovery position and its importance
5. Wounds and Bleeding
Types of wounds: cuts, grazes, puncture wounds, and abrasions
How to control bleeding using pressure, bandages, and dressings
Dealing with severe bleeding and shock
6. Burns and Scalds
Types of burns: minor, moderate, and severe
How to treat burns and scalds, including cooling and dressing
7. Seizures
How to help someone who is having a seizure.
How to identify different seizure types.
What causes a seizure.
8. Choking
Recognizing the signs of choking
Performing the correct treatment for adults and children
9. Shock
Recognizing the symptoms of shock
How to treat and manage shock until professional help arrives.
10. Health and Safety at Work
Preventative measures to reduce workplace injuries
Understanding common workplace hazards and how to manage them
Accident Reporting.
11. Bites & Stings
How to identify bites and stings on the body
How to deal with a Bee sting
How to remove a Tick
The understanding of the risks from Lyme disease
How to treat a bite from an animal or human
At the end of the course, participants are assessed through a combination of practical assessments and written exams in the form of a multiple choice question paper. Successfully completing the course results in a certification valid for three years.
This training is ideal for small businesses, larger companies, and anyone who may be responsible for health and safety in the workplace. It ensures that someone on-site is prepared to respond to medical emergencies and provide life-saving assistance until professional help arrives.
Benefits of Attending the Course:
Confidence in Crisis: Gain the knowledge and practical skills to remain calm and act quickly in emergencies.
Workplace Safety: Ensure a safer work environment by having trained personnel who can administer first aid in case of injury or medical emergencies.
Compliance: Meets regulatory requirements for workplace first aid provisions in many industries.
Improved Morale: Employees feel safer knowing that they work in an environment where immediate medical help is available.
Accreditation: Upon successful completion, participants will receive a First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years, proving their competency to handle emergency situations.
Our Emergency Paediatric First Aid course is designed for parents, caregivers, childcare professionals, and educators who want to be prepared to respond confidently to medical emergencies involving children. In just one day, you will gain vital skills in how to handle common injuries and emergencies in babies and young children, with a particular focus on clear communication, calmness, and reassurance in critical situations.
Course Overview
This practical and interactive course covers essential first aid techniques specifically tailored to children’s needs. With a strong emphasis on communicating with young ones in distress, you’ll learn how to calm and reassure children while providing effective first aid care.
Topics Covered:
Child Communication & Reassurance:
How to communicate with children during emergencies, including calming techniques and using age-appropriate language
Understanding how children react to injuries or stress and how to reassure them during treatment
Assessing the Situation:
Checking for signs of illness or injury in children
How to assess breathing, circulation, and consciousness in children of different age groups
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Children and Infants:
CPR techniques for infants and children
How to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) on children
Seizures
How to identify if a child is having a seizure and protect them during it
The understanding of different types of seizures
Choking and Airway Obstruction:
How to recognize and treat choking in babies and children
Techniques for clearing airway blockages safely
Common Childhood Injuries & Illnesses:
Treating burns, scalds, cuts, and bruises
Managing head injuries, fractures, and sprains
Recognizing and responding to allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and febrile seizures
Emergency Action Plans:
When and how to seek medical help
How to handle situations where professional assistance is needed
Managing trauma and emotional support for both the child and the caregiver
How to create a safer environment for Children
Course Benefits:
Confidence in Emergency Situations: Learn how to respond to emergencies with skill and calm, knowing exactly what to do in any given scenario.
Tailored for Children: Understand the unique needs and responses of children in medical emergencies.
Clear Communication: Gain practical tips on how to effectively communicate with children, helping them feel safe and reassured during a stressful event.
Enhanced Safety in Care Settings: Ensure that you are prepared to handle emergencies with a high level of competence, whether at home, in a school, or childcare setting.
Accreditation: Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a certification in Emergency Paediatric First Aid, valid for three years, ensuring you're up-to-date with the latest first aid techniques.
An Emergency First Aid at Work course is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge to respond effectively in case of a medical emergency in the workplace. The course typically lasts one day and focuses on providing basic first aid skills to handle a range of workplace accidents and health incidents. Here’s a breakdown of the typical subjects covered:
1. Introduction to First Aid
Importance of first aid in the workplace
The role of the first aider
Legal considerations and responsibilities
2. Assessment of the Situation
Assessing the environment and ensuring personal safety
Checking the casualty’s condition and calling for help
Identifying if further medical help is needed
3. Basic Life Support (BLS)
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) for adults
Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) if available
Recovery position and airway management
4. Managing Unconscious Casualties
How to approach and assess an unconscious person
The recovery position and its importance
5. Wounds and Bleeding
Types of wounds: cuts, grazes, puncture wounds, and abrasions
How to control bleeding using pressure, bandages, and dressings
Dealing with severe bleeding and shock
6. Burns and Scalds
Types of burns: minor, moderate, and severe
How to treat burns and scalds, including cooling and dressing
7. Seizures
How to help someone who is having a seizure.
How to identify different seizure types.
What causes a seizure.
8. Choking
Recognizing the signs of choking
Performing the correct treatment for adults and children
9. Shock
Recognizing the symptoms of shock
How to treat and manage shock until professional help arrives.
10. Health and Safety at Work
Preventative measures to reduce workplace injuries
Understanding common workplace hazards and how to manage them
Accident Reporting.
11. Bites & Stings
How to identify bites and stings on the body
How to deal with a Bee sting
How to remove a Tick
The understanding of the risks from Lyme disease
How to treat a bite from an animal or human
At the end of the course, participants are assessed through a combination of practical assessments and written exams in the form of a multiple choice question paper. Successfully completing the course results in a certification valid for three years.
This training is ideal for small businesses, larger companies, and anyone who may be responsible for health and safety in the workplace. It ensures that someone on-site is prepared to respond to medical emergencies and provide life-saving assistance until professional help arrives.
Benefits of Attending the Course:
Confidence in Crisis: Gain the knowledge and practical skills to remain calm and act quickly in emergencies.
Workplace Safety: Ensure a safer work environment by having trained personnel who can administer first aid in case of injury or medical emergencies.
Compliance: Meets regulatory requirements for workplace first aid provisions in many industries.
Improved Morale: Employees feel safer knowing that they work in an environment where immediate medical help is available.
Accreditation: Upon successful completion, participants will receive a First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years, proving their competency to handle emergency situations.
Our Emergency Paediatric First Aid course is designed for parents, caregivers, childcare professionals, and educators who want to be prepared to respond confidently to medical emergencies involving children. In just one day, you will gain vital skills in how to handle common injuries and emergencies in babies and young children, with a particular focus on clear communication, calmness, and reassurance in critical situations.
Course Overview
This practical and interactive course covers essential first aid techniques specifically tailored to children’s needs. With a strong emphasis on communicating with young ones in distress, you’ll learn how to calm and reassure children while providing effective first aid care.
Topics Covered:
Child Communication & Reassurance:
How to communicate with children during emergencies, including calming techniques and using age-appropriate language
Understanding how children react to injuries or stress and how to reassure them during treatment
Assessing the Situation:
Checking for signs of illness or injury in children
How to assess breathing, circulation, and consciousness in children of different age groups
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Children and Infants:
CPR techniques for infants and children
How to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) on children
Seizures
How to identify if a child is having a seizure and protect them during it
The understanding of different types of seizures
Choking and Airway Obstruction:
How to recognize and treat choking in babies and children
Techniques for clearing airway blockages safely
Common Childhood Injuries & Illnesses:
Treating burns, scalds, cuts, and bruises
Managing head injuries, fractures, and sprains
Recognizing and responding to allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and febrile seizures
Emergency Action Plans:
When and how to seek medical help
How to handle situations where professional assistance is needed
Managing trauma and emotional support for both the child and the caregiver
How to create a safer environment for Children
Course Benefits:
Confidence in Emergency Situations: Learn how to respond to emergencies with skill and calm, knowing exactly what to do in any given scenario.
Tailored for Children: Understand the unique needs and responses of children in medical emergencies.
Clear Communication: Gain practical tips on how to effectively communicate with children, helping them feel safe and reassured during a stressful event.
Enhanced Safety in Care Settings: Ensure that you are prepared to handle emergencies with a high level of competence, whether at home, in a school, or childcare setting.
Accreditation: Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a certification in Emergency Paediatric First Aid, valid for three years, ensuring you're up-to-date with the latest first aid techniques.