Course Introduction

A 1-day course preparing learners to act as workplace emergency first aiders, meeting the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

Course Overview

This 1-day course prepares learners to act as workplace emergency first aiders. It meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and equips participants with essential skills to respond promptly and safely to emergency situations. Up to 12 delegates per course, delivered by highly experienced emergency medics with real-life clinical experience. All courses can be accredited if required.

Course content:

  • Roles and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
  • Assessing an incident
  • Managing an unresponsive casualty
  • CPR and defibrillation
  • Recovery position
  • Choking
  • Seizures
  • Shock
  • Wounds and bleeding
  • Minor injuries (cuts, grazes, bruises, minor burns and scalds)

"Sam is an excellent Emergency First Aid at Work trainer and a real asset to our training delivery. She creates a relaxed learning environment while maintaining high standards. Candidates consistently comment on how clear and practical the training is, with realistic scenarios and hands-on exercises that make the content easy to understand. What really sets Sam apart is her ability to bring the course to life by drawing on real experiences from her own background, using credible examples that help candidates understand how to respond confidently in real situations. Sam is professional, engaging and finds the right balance of fun and focus to suit different workplaces and varying levels of experience. "

- Optimum Safety Ltd

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