First Aid at Work Annual Update

Objectives:

To update and refresh the delegate’s existing knowledge in all areas of the full First Aid at Work syllabus, renewing confidence to deal with any first aid incident.

Duration:

Course duration is ½ a day

Who should attend:

The 3 hour update is suitable for personnel across all industry sectors. For example – operatives, supervisors, managers and directors, construction workers, ground workers, maintenance personnel, engineers, plumbers, electricians, and teachers. The HSE recommends that delegates attend annual refresher courses.

Course Content:

This highly practical course incorporates fun, dynamic and memorable training methods to optimise learner recall, knowledge and confidence. Delegates will gain both the ability and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies in accordance with the Health & Safety Executive’s (HSE) guidance.

The course will concentrate on; assessing an incident, managing an unresponsive casualty, the recovery position, CPR, wounds and bleeding, managing a casualty in shock, and seizures. Delegates will also have the opportunity to learn the latest techniques and first aid procedures.

On completion of the course delegates will have a further understanding of the role of the first-aider, the importance of preventing cross infection and the need for recording incidents and actions. Delegates will also have a renewed confidence as a first-aider. Delegates will be continually assessed throughout the duration of the course.

Delegate Preparation:

Delegates must have a current First Aid at Work certificate. Due to the practical nature of this course delegates should wear appropriate clothing and footwear, e.g. trousers and flat footwear.

Refreshments:

Hot and cold drinks available when delivered at a Sanctus Training venue.