This one-day course is designed to provide learners with the practical skills and confidence to respond to a range of emergency first aid situations in the workplace. Ideal for low-risk environments such as offices, shops, and educational settings, the course meets Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
- The Role and Responsibilities of a First Aider
Understand the legal duties, communication skills, reporting procedures, and infection prevention methods expected of first aiders.
- Assessing an Incident
Learn how to conduct a primary and secondary survey of the scene, prioritise casualties, and take control during emergencies.
- Unresponsive Casualty (Breathing)
Practice the correct steps to place an unconscious but breathing casualty into the recovery position while ensuring airway safety.
- CPR and AED Use
Hands-on training in adult
CPR (30:2 compression: breath ratio)
and safe operation of an Automated External Defibrillator.
- Choking
Techniques to recognise and respond to partial and full airway obstructions using back blows and abdominal thrusts.
- Wounds and Bleeding
Practical responses to minor and severe external bleeding, including the use of dressings and elevation.
- Shock and Minor Injuries
Learn how to identify symptoms of shock, administer first aid, and treat cuts, grazes, bruises, burns, and scalds.