First Aid at Work Requalification Training (12hrs)

This Health and Safety Executive approved course complies with the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 for the re-qualification of First Aiders that currently hold a valid First Aid at Work qualification but is due for renewal.

Course Content
The course is an overview and refresher of all subjects taught on the full three-day First Aid at Work course. Any updates in techniques or legislation will also be imparted. The course will include the following subject areas:

• Introduction to First Aid
• Airway, Breathing and Circulation (ABC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Examination Techniques of the Conscious and Unconscious Casualty
• Sprains, Strains and Fractures
• Practical Bandaging and Casualty Handling
• Heart Attack, Angina and Stroke
• Dealing with Nose Bleeds and Eye Injuries
• Epilepsy and Seizures
• Diabetes and Asthma
• Dealing with Burns
• Common Airway Problems and Choking
• First Aid and the Workplace
• Poisoning and Anaphylaxis

On successful completion of the course and assessment, the participant will re-qualify as a First Aider for a further period of three years.

The course is two days with an assessment taking place on the afternoon of the last day of the course. A manual is provided to avoid copious note taking on the course which is fun and practical.