Course Description:

This Emergency First Aid at Work qualification provides essential training for individuals designated as workplace first aiders in the UK. It introduces participants to their legal responsibilities and equips them with the practical skills needed to manage first aid incidents confidently and effectively. This course is ideal for lower-risk workplace environments and complies with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

Topics include:

Recovery Position:

Techniques for safely placing an individual in the recovery position.

Shock:

Identification and initial management of shock in emergencies.

CPR:

Step-by-step demonstration and practice of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) using the D.R.S.A.B.C. approach.

Unconsciousness & Head Injuries:

Practical knowledge on managing unresponsive individuals and head injuries.

Choking:

Effective response strategies, including practical demonstrations for clearing airway obstructions.

Incident Reporting:

Learn the importance of accurate and detailed incident records in the workplace.

First Aid Equipment:

Understand the proper use and maintenance of first aid kits and supplies.

Infection Prevention:

Recognise and apply measures to minimise the risk of infection for both first aiders and casualties.

Primary Survey:

Gain skills to assess the scene and casualty effectively.

Calling for Help:

Identify when and how to contact emergency services.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Define the key responsibilities of a first aider in the workplace.

Emergency Response:

Develop skills to manage various first aid scenarios, including:

• Unconscious casualties
• Casualties with breathing difficulties
• Choking
• Bleeding and wounds
• Shock management

Practical Training:

Hands-on practice covering:

• Recovery position
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Choking response
• Bleeding and shock management