First Aid at Work

Overview

First Aid at Work is a comprehensive course that provides participants with the knowledge and skills required to become an effective first aider in the workplace. The course covers a range of topics, including the role of the first aider in the workplace, first aid needs assessment, materials, equipment and essentials to prepare for emergencies, assessing a casualty and performing CPR, common injuries and conditions, common workplace accidents and injuries, serious incidents, mental illness, and emergency first aid. Throughout the course, participants will learn about the responsibilities of a first aider in the workplace, including the ability to assess the needs of an injured or ill person and provide appropriate first aid treatment. Participants will also learn how to conduct a first aid needs assessment for their workplace, which involves identifying potential hazards and assessing the risks associated with them.

The course will also cover materials, equipment, and essentials to prepare for emergencies, including first aid kits, emergency response plans, and communication tools. Participants will learn how to assess a casualty and perform CPR, as well as how to treat common injuries and conditions, such as burns, fractures, and choking. The course will also cover common workplace accidents and injuries, such as slips, trips, and falls, and how to respond to more serious incidents, such as major trauma and medical emergencies. Participants will also learn how to recognise and respond to mental health emergencies, such as panic attacks, anxiety, and depression.

Finally, the course will cover emergency first aid, including how to recognise and respond to life-threatening situations, such as cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, and choking. Upon completion of the First Aid at Work course, participants will have the skills and knowledge required to provide effective first aid treatment in the workplace, including the ability to assess and manage a range of injuries and illnesses. The course is ideal for individuals who want to become a qualified workplace first aider, or for those who require first aid training as part of their job.

What Will You Learn?

• The role of the first aider in the workplace, including legal responsibilities and duties of care.
• Conducting a first aid needs assessment for the workplace, identifying potential hazards and assessing risks associated with them.
• Preparing for emergencies, including essential materials and equipment, emergency response plans, and communication tools.
• Assessing a casualty, including how to recognise signs and symptoms of injury and illness, and how to conduct a primary and secondary survey.
• Performing CPR and using an automated external defibrillator (AED).
• Treating common injuries and conditions, including burns, fractures, and choking.
• Responding to common workplace accidents and injuries, such as slips, trips, and falls.
• Responding to more serious incidents, including major trauma, medical emergencies, and life-threatening situations.
• Recognising and responding to mental health emergencies, such as panic attacks, anxiety, and depression.
• Providing emergency first aid, including how to recognise and respond to life-threatening situations, such as cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, and choking.

Who Should Take The First Aid at Work Course?

• Managers and supervisors
• Health and safety representatives
• Construction workers
• Factory workers
• Engineers
• Electricians
• Plumbers
• Caretakers
• Teachers and educators
• Sports coaches and trainers

Requirements

There are no specific requirements for taking the First Aid at Work course, as it is designed for individuals with varying levels of experience and knowledge. However, participants should be able to read and understand English, as the course is delivered in English.