E-FIRST AID AT WORK (E-FAW)

Category:
  1. Introduction to First Aid: Participants will learn the fundamental principles of first aid, including the aims of first aid, the role of a first aider, and legal responsibilities.
  2. Assessment and Incident Management: Techniques for assessing an incident scene, prioritizing casualties, and providing appropriate first aid interventions based on the nature of the injuries or illnesses.
  3. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Instruction on performing CPR on adults, children, and infants, including the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in cardiac arrest situations.
  4. Managing Medical Emergencies: Guidance on recognizing and managing common medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, diabetic emergencies, and allergic reactions.
  5. Trauma Care: Techniques for managing trauma-related injuries, including bleeding control, wound care, burns, fractures, and spinal injuries.
  6. First Aid Equipment and Reporting: Familiarization with first aid kits and equipment, as well as procedures for reporting incidents and maintaining accurate records of first aid interventions.

1 Day Course

First Aid at Work Course Details:

Our First Aid at Work course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively to a wide range of first aid emergencies in the workplace. Whether you’re a designated first aider or a member of the general workforce, this comprehensive course equips you with the confidence and competence to handle medical emergencies with professionalism and care. Here are the key details of the course:

Course Content:

  1. Introduction to First Aid: Participants will learn the fundamental principles of first aid, including the aims of first aid, the role of a first aider, and legal responsibilities.
  2. Assessment and Incident Management: Techniques for assessing an incident scene, prioritizing casualties, and providing appropriate first aid interventions based on the nature of the injuries or illnesses.
  3. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Instruction on performing CPR on adults, children, and infants, including the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in cardiac arrest situations.
  4. Managing Medical Emergencies: Guidance on recognizing and managing common medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, diabetic emergencies, and allergic reactions.
  5. Trauma Care: Techniques for managing trauma-related injuries, including bleeding control, wound care, burns, fractures, and spinal injuries.
  6. First Aid Equipment and Reporting: Familiarization with first aid kits and equipment, as well as procedures for reporting incidents and maintaining accurate records of first aid interventions.

Delivery Method: The First Aid at Work course is delivered through a combination of interactive presentations, practical demonstrations, skills practice sessions, and scenario-based simulations. This hands-on approach ensures that participants not only understand the theoretical concepts but also have the opportunity to apply their skills in simulated emergency scenarios.

Assessment: Participants will be assessed through both practical skills assessments and a written examination to evaluate their understanding of first aid principles and their ability to respond effectively to various emergencies. Successful completion of the assessments leads to the award of a First Aid at Work certificate.

Certification: Upon successful completion of the course and assessment requirements, participants will receive a First Aid at Work certificate accredited by relevant first aid authorities. This certification is valid for a specified period (usually three years) and demonstrates the participant’s competence in first aid skills and knowledge.

Benefits:

  • Workplace Safety: Trained first aiders contribute to a safer work environment by being prepared to respond promptly and effectively to medical emergencies.
  • Legal Compliance: Employers fulfill their legal obligations by providing adequate first aid provision in the workplace and ensuring that designated first aiders are appropriately trained.
  • Confidence and Competence: Participants gain the confidence and competence to deal with a wide range of first aid situations, both in the workplace and in their personal lives.

Conclusion: Our First Aid at Work course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to respond confidently and effectively to medical emergencies in the workplace. Through interactive training, practical exercises, and comprehensive assessments, participants emerge as competent first aiders capable of making a difference in emergency situations.