Course details
At the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Assess emergency situations and carry out appropriate action, including informing emergency services
- Carry out artificial ventilation and chest compressions
- Place casualty into the recovery position and know to use this position
- Clear obstructed airway
- Control severe bleeding
- Recognise and treat shock
- Understand the requirements of a first aid kit and how to report accidents in the workplace
- Recognise and treat illnesses
- Deal with burns and scolds
- Recognise and treat fractures
COURSE CONTENT
- Assessing the casualty and situation
- The unconscious casualty
- Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Head injuries
- Choking and asthma
- Severe bleeding
- Shock
- The first aid kit and reporting procedures
- Heart attack, seizures and diabetes
- Burns and scolds
- Fractures
TARGET AUDIENCE
From October 1st 2009 this course replaces the 'First Aid at Work for Appointed Persons' course. It is designed for those employees nominated to act as an 'Appointed Person' in the workplace or anyone, who as part of their employment or day to day life require suitable first aid training.
PRE-COURSE PREPARATION
Delegates are required to actively participate in the practical demonstrations for assessment purpose in order to achieve their certification. Delegates should dress appropriately for carrying out floor-based demos such as CPR.
CERTIFICATION
Delegates who successfully complete this course, including the practical assessments will receive a SMTS training certificate.
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