Emergency First Aid at Work
(Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work accredited by the HABC)
UK regulations require that an Emergency First Aider is always available to respond to a first aid emergency at work. This 1-day First Aid course
covers vital, basic life saving techniques and leaves participants feeling confident in approaching and dealing with incidents safely and effectively.
It fulfils the new HSE guidelines for First Aid training courses which came into effect on 1st October 2009 and it is recognised by the HSE.
What does the course cover?
- Responsibilities of an Emergency First Aider in the workplace
- Assessing and prioritising a first aid incident
- Dealing with an unconscious casualty
- Resuscitation on an unconscious casualty
- Recovery position
- Heart attacks
- Choking
- Controlling bleeding and manage shock
- Fractures
- Burns
- Shock
- How to recognise and deal with a range of minor injuries until the arrival of the emergency services
- Using and maintaining first aid kits
- Skills practice to develop the techniques
In addition to the core subjects above, an additional 1 hour is available to cover specific areas that are appropriate to your organisation.
Who is the course for?
This qualification is suitable for all staff who need to have the Emergency First Aid at Work course. It is ideal for the private and public sectors.
For information on How Many First Aiders do I need? click here.
3-day First Aid at Work course is available for people who need a higher level of first aid cover.
Our Basic First Aid course is available and is ideal for companies who need just a short course, and who already have the required number of
staff with the Emergency First Aid at Work certificate.
Please call us on 01780 766461 / 766461 to discuss your requirements.
How long does the course last?
6 hours.
How is the course assessed?
Practical assessment throughout the course followed by a multiple-choice question paper at the end of the course.. A "Level 2 Award in Emergency
First Aid" is issued to all who successfully show their competence.
How much does it cost?
Prices from just £50 per person for courses on your site. Please contact us for details. Price is dependent on numbers
How long is the certificate valid for?
3 years. However the HSE strongly recommend an annual update between courses.
In October 2009 the requirements for first aid training in the workplace changed. All our courses comply with the new changes.
How do I book?
Our courses can be held on-site, at a time and date to suit your business. We aim to provide excellent value for money. Open courses are available for some subjects. Please click here for details