About the Course
This two day course enables those who have previously undertaken a first aid at work qualification to renew their certificate. Recertification ensures that members of staff are adequately qualified to administer first aid if an incident arises, and refreshes their memories in order to build confidence. This re-qualification course also allows candidates to review the basic first aid concepts, ensuring that they are prepared to act with an understanding of their role as a first aider.
Course Outcomes
The role of the first aider
First aid priorities
How to manage incidents in which first aid is required
HSE regulation
The importance of recording and reporting incidents
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Practical Understanding of; Unconsciousness, Seizures, Fracture, Shock, Heart attacks, Choking, Bleeding, Minor injuries in the workplace and Burns and scalds
Other areas, such as basic life support and examination of a casualty, will also be included in the course to ensure that members of staff are thoroughly prepared to deal with all situations requiring first aid.