Basic First Aid Training

Course details

This one day Basic First Aid course equips the learner with the knowledge, practical skills & understanding required to provide appropriate first-aid treatment in the workplace in compliance with the requirements of the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007; Part 7, Chapter 2 : First Aid.

Course Objectives:

On completion of this course, learners will be;

• Able to understand their new responsibilities of an Occupational First Aider
• Able to provide appropriate treatment for the purpose of preserving life
• Able to minimise the consequences of injury until the arrival of medical assistance
• Able to provide appropriate treatment for an injury which does not require the attention of a medical practitioner or nurse
• Familiar with health & safety legislation on first aid in the workplace (e.g. Contents of First Aid Box)

Course Programme:

• Assess a situation (scene, casualty or casualties) quickly & safely
• Role & Functions of a First Aider
• Arrange for medical help (Doctor, Cardiac Ambulance etc) if required
• Treating the most serious conditions first
• CPR
• Other first aid information (e.g. Poisoning, Treatment of Burns etc….)

Training Methods:

• Classroom based power-point presentation with practical components; (i.e. Dealing with Emergencies)

Who Should Attend?

• This course is specifically designed for those staff or individual with an interest in becoming a qualified First-Aider

Additional Information:

• Maximum of 10 learners
• Certificate of Competence will be issued to all learners who successfully complete & pass this course
• Price on application. We can also offer group discounts.