First Aid At Work

This course is 18 hours in duration and provides a complete set of practical skills needed by first aiders in their workplaces to become confident and competent as a nominated first aider. It meets the standards required to help comply with Health and Safety (First aid) regulations.

1. INTRODUCTION

   The Definition of a First Aider

   The Aims of First Aid

   Rescuer Protection

   First Aid Kit

   Reporting Accidents

2. SAFETY AND CASUALTY CARE

   SAFE

   Life Cycle

   Chain of Survival

3. BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)

   Primary Care

   Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

   Automated External Defibrillation (AED)

   Adult and Child Choking

   Types of Bleeding

   Bleeding Control

   Haemostatic Dressing Application

   Tourniquet Application

   Shock

   Seizures and Epilepsy

4. MINOR INJURIES

   Small Cuts, Grazes and Bites

   Bruises

   Small Splinters

   Nosebleeds

   Burns and Scalds

5. MEDICAL FIRST AID

   Poisoning

   Heart Attack

   Stroke

   Asthma

   Allergic Reaction and Anaphylaxis

   Diabetes

   Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke

   Hypothermia

6. INJURY FIRST AID

   Chest Injuries

   Suspected Spinal Injuries

   Electric Shock

   Head Injuries - Minor and Severe

   Eye Injuries

   Fractures and Dislocations

   Sprains and Strains