Emergency First Aid at Work OverviewAll organisations are required, by law, to ensure they have a sufficient number of employees who hold a valid First Aid Certificate. This 1-day course is especially suited for nominated first aiders in smaller, low risk working environments, such as small offices. Combining theory with practical skills training using dummies and first aid equipment, the course provides an introduction to first aid in the workplace, the roles and responsibilities of a first aider and basic first aid skills for adult casualties. It covers incident assessment, managing casualties in a variety of situations, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). The course content meets the requirements of both the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and the Health & Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI). Content The role and responsibilities of a first aider. Assessing an emergency situation safely. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and AEDs (automated external defibrillators). Administering first aid to a choking casualty. Dealing with shock, burns, scalds, bleeds and minor injuries. Assessment Practical assessment of first aid skills. Multiple choice exam. Duration1 day. The next course will run on Wednesday 15th January 2025 from 9am to 5pm. CertificationHighfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work. Cost£75 plus VAT (includes lunch and refreshments). VenueNLTG’s Vocational Centres of Excellence or other venues across the North West. Numbers permitting, this course can be delivered on company premises. How To BookPlease call us on 01254 395355 or email eet@nltg.co.uk
