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Course Overview
This comprehensive course aims to equip delegates with the
essential knowledge and practical experience to enable them
to carry out first aid in the workplace. Delegates will learn
vital skills by participating in unique practical exercises
and scenarios devised by Ouch. This course complies with Health
and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Who is it for?
The course is suitable for those staff who must obtain a
First Aid At Work certificate and become designated First Aiders
in their workplace.
Topics Covered
- Assessing the casualty
- CPR
- Unconsciousness
- Wounds and Bleeding
- Injuries to bones, muscles and joints
- Burns and scalds
- Eye injuries
- Shock
- Poisoning
- Casualties overcome by gas or fumes
- Recognition and treatment of illness
- Transportation of casualties
- Client specific subjects including diabetes, epilepsy
etc.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course participants will be able to:
- Act safely, promptly and effectively during emergencies
at work
- Use first aid equipment
- Understand employer duties and legislation
- Maintain first aid records
- Recognise the importance of personal hygiene in first
aid procedures
Assessment
The course is assessed via a practical exam. If successful
the delegate will receive a First Aid At Work certificate,
which is valid for three years.
Duration
Minimum of 24 hours (normally run over 4 days)
This course can be run in-house for up to 12 delegates or
individuals can attend our open courses.
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