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Course Objectives |
At the end
of the course, participants will be able to:
assess situations and carry out appropriate action including informing
emergency services
carry out artificial ventilations and chest compressions
place a casualty in the recovery position and know when to use this
position
clear obstructed airways
control severe bleeding
recognise and treat shock
deal with chemical contamination
understand the requirements for a first aid kit and how to report
accidents in the workplace
recognise and treat head injuries.
In addition, the following objectives are covered in the 6 hour course:
- recognise and treat major illnesses
- deal with burns and scalds
- deal with poisons
- deal with fractures
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Who is the Course For? |
- Anyone in an industry, whether employer or employee, spouse or office
staff, who has not attended a first aid course run by a recognised
organisation during the last two years.
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Duration/Format |
- 4 hours duration with an additional optional 2 hours of training
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Instructor/Trainee Ratio |
Max:
1:12 Min: 1: |
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Course Content |
- Assess casualty Unconscious casualty
- Severe bleeding Shock
- Chemical contamination First aid kit and reporting procedures
The optional 2 hour additional course covers the following additional
content:
- Head injuries Major illnesses
- Burns and scalds Poisons
- Fractures
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Facilities/Equipment required: |
Venue
Warm, well lit room with adequate tables and chairs in open U, plus lighting
and power points and space for practical demonstrations. Washroom and toilet
facilities.
Trainee
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