First Aid at Work

Depending on the nature of your business, all workplaces must have either an Appointed Person or trained First Aiders.  This 3 day course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to assist with potential first aid scenarios that may occur within the workplace.

Who should attend?

• Nominated first aiders medium/large organisations
• Those who work in a high risk industry – manufacturing/construction etc.

What’s included in the course syllabus?

• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
• Primary survey
• Unconscious casualties (including seizure)
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
• Choking casualties
• Wounds and bleeding
• Casualties suffering from shock
• Minor injuries, including small cuts, grazes & bruises.
• Bones, joint and muscle injuries
• Chest injuries
• Burns/scalds
• Eye injuries
• Poisoning
• Anaphylactic shock
• Heart Attacks /Stroke / Epilepsy /Asthma /Diabetes

Prerequisites
Learners are required to demonstrate first aid procedures that could occur in their workplace. This includes administering CPR to a casualty who is on the floor, therefore learners must be physically capable of completing this task.

How long does it take to complete?
This course is normally completed in 3 days.

What does the course fee cover?

• Manual/course materials
• Certificate – accredited through NCUO
• Refreshments including a buffet lunch

How is the course assessed?

• Through practical assessment and written multiple choice examination.
• Accredited through NUCO – an approved Ofqual and SQA regulated awarding organisation.