Who Should Attend? Anyone wanting to become a workplace First Aider. This course will give you the confidence and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies. Course Content Delegates will receive training in a range of First Aid topics. The list below is by no means exhaustive, but outlines the main topics covered in the course: - • Aims and principles of First Aid • Management of the unconscious casualty • Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation • Assessment and treatment of a casualty who is wounded, bleeding or shocked • Assessment and treatment of fractures, dislocations and soft tissue injuries • Assessment and treatment of burns, poisoning and eye injuries • Assessment and treatment of common major and minor illnesses • Prevention of cross-infection during First Aid procedures • Legal aspects of First Aid at Work - including the importance of record keeping and the effective use of first aid equipment Course Duration Minimum of three days (9.30am - 4.30pm). Onsite courses can be delivered at times to suit you. Please call us with your exact requirements. Assessment & Certification Assessment by external assessors will be carried out on the afternoon of the third day After completing the final assessment successful delegates will receive a H.S.E. approved, nationally recognised First Aid at Work certificate which is valid for 3 years but it is recommended by the H.S.E that delegates attend an annual three hour update session.