Member Training: Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work

This course is for anyone who wants, or needs to be, qualified to meet the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) regulations 1981. This is commonly referred to as a “First Aid at Work” qualified first aider. Duration: 3 days (9:30am – 4:30pm approximately each day) Equipment: No equipment is necessary for you to bring to the course. Pens and note paper will be available. Lunch provided: On full day training courses a sandwich lunch with crisps, cakes and fruit will be provided. Refreshments will be available throughout the duration of this course. Please note that it is a requirement of the awarding body, that we need to see photographic proof of identity of each candidate before they can be entered into the exam, for example, passport, driving licence, student union card or work pass. Course Content Introduction Assessment of an Incident Non-breathing casualty Resuscitation Unconscious casualty Recovery Position Spinal injury recovery position Variations in resuscitation – obstructed airways and choking Circulatory system Heart Attacks and Angina Severe bleeding Shock First aid kit and reporting Illnesses e.g. strokes, asthma, epilepsy Diabetes Fainting Fractures Dislocations Sprains and Strains Burns and Scalds Poisons Stings Anaphylaxis Eye Injuries Revision Final assessment At the end of the course, attendees receive a 3 Day First Aid at Work Certificate valid for three years. This certificate is recognised through the Health and Safety Executive. For more details, please contact us on 01603 788950 or email [email protected]