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FIRST AID AT WORK REFRESHER
This is an HSE approved course, usually held over 2 days / 12 hours designed for
those who already have a current First Aid at Work certificate and wish to
revalidate their qualification before its expiry date.
Evidence of the existing qualifications validity is required.
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Course Details:
Overview
The refresher course is
needed every 3 years to enable First Aiders to continue to hold a First
Aid at Work full certificate. The syllabus covers all the details of the
full first aid course in brief as well as
providing any recent updates in First Aid procedures.
The
course is only suitable for those staff who already hold a current First
Aid At Work certificate that is nearing expiry and who need to re-train to
obtain a valid certificate.
Topics Covered
The topics covered include:
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The duties of the
first aider.
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Health and safety
administration
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Handling an incident
and developing an action plan.
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Initial assessment of
the casualty and carrying out a search.
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Recognition and
treatment of illness.
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Disorders of the
breathing and respiratory system.
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Wounds and bleeding
and the circulatory system. Emergency life support.
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Dressings and
bandages.
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Head injuries and the
causes of unconsciousness.
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Cardio-pulmonary
resuscitation (CPR).
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Respiration and
asphyxia.
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Burns and scolds.
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Eye injuries and
conditions
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Heat and cold on the
body.
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Muscle, joint and bone
injuries.
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Spinal injuries.
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Electric shock.
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Poisoning.
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Casualties overcome
by gas or fumes.
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Transportation of
casualties.
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Client specific
subjects including diabetes, epilepsy, etc.
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Updates in first aid procedures.
Objectives
By the end of the course delegates will have
refreshed their first aid skills and be able to:
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Act safely, promptly and effectively during emergencies at work.
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Use first aid equipment.
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Understand employer duties and legislation.
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Be aware of current and updated first aid
protocols.
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Maintain first aid records.
Assessment
A practical
assessment and multi-choice paper conclude the course.
Cost
| Per Delegate |
£100.00 |
Costs are per delegate and include a
personal reference manual, assessment & certification fees. |
| 6 - 8 Delegates |
£95.00 |
| 9 - 12 Delegates |
£90.00 |
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