Approved First Aid Training

Course 2

Two-Day First Aid at Work (Re-qualification)

Description

It is a requirement of the Health & Safety law that employers provide a safe and healthy environment to work in. If your assessment of First Aid needs highlights the need to maintain the qualification of your First Aiders, then this course will provide you with that.

This comprehensive 2-day course covers a wide range of First Aid emergencies, enabling all participants to deal with an emergency situation with confidence in a prompt, safe and effective way. In addition to this, should there have been any change to protocols during their initial qualification, then this will be updated.

This course will give the participants a qualification to the highest level of First Aid, meeting the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

Duration

A minimum of 12 hours spread over at least 2 days. Ideally, the course should be run over 2 consecutive days, but we have the flexibility to accommodate your specific needs if you so desire.

Syllabus

Legalities, responsibilities and reporting, Assessment of the situation, Dealing with an unconscious casualty, Resuscitation, Heart Attacks, Choking, Poisoning, Control of bleeding, Bandaging, Fractures, Burns, Head injuries, Eye injuries, Sprains, Strains, Shock

Certification

Subject to assessment, all participants will be issued a First Aid at Work certificate and a wallet card approved by the Health and Safety Executive for a further 3 years. Each attendee also receives a first aid manual.

Numbers

A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and each participant must have a valid First Aid at Work qualification that has not lapsed.

Location

We are able to deliver this course on your site, subject to a pre-course assessment of your premises, reducing your costs in respect of additional time out and traveling. Alternatively we can carry out the course at our training centre at Bilston Glen.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.

Course 3

One Day Emergency First Aid at Work

Description

Where an employer’s assessment of First Aid needs identifies that a First Aider is not necessary, the minimum requirement for an employer is to appoint a person to take charge of the First Aid arrangements. This includes looking after the equipment and facilities and calling the Emergency Services when required. Arrangements should be made for an Appointed Person to be available to undertake these duties at all times when people are at work.

In the absence of the First Aider, employers must appoint a person for this purpose. It should be remembered that Appointed Persons are not First Aiders and should not attempt to give First Aid for which they have not been trained.

This course is ideal for individuals who wish to gain knowledge of emergency procedures and attain a recognised qualification in First Aid.

Duration

A 6-hour course consisting of theory and practical work.

Syllabus

A wide range of subjects is covered including Responsibilities and reporting, Assessment of the situation, Dealing with an unconscious casualty, Resuscitation, Heart Attacks, Choking, Control of bleeding, Fractures, Burns, Shock

In addition to the core subjects as listed above, an additional 1 hour is available to cover specific areas that are appropriate to your organisation.

Certification

Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual ongoing throughout the course. This qualification is valid for 3 years. Each attendee also receives a first aid manual.

Numbers

A maximum of 16 students can be accommodated on this course and must be aged a minimum of 16 years or above.

Location

We are able to deliver this course on your site, subject to a pre-course assessment of your premises, reducing your costs in respect of additional time out and traveling. Alternatively we can carry out the course at our training centre at Bilston Glen.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.

Course 4

Half-Day Emergency Response Course

Description

This is a short course in Basic Life Support. The aim of the course is to enable all students to deal with an unconscious casualty who is breathing, and how to deal with an unconscious casualty who is not breathing.

Duration

A 3-hour course consisting of theory and practical work.

Syllabus

A range of subjects is covered including Arriving at the scene, Casualty assessment, Top-to-toe Survey, Recovery Position, Resuscitation, Hygiene Control.

Certification

Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual ongoing throughout the course and issue a certificate of attendance. Each attendee also receives a first aid manual.

Numbers

A maximum of 16 students can be accommodated on this course and there is no age barrier.

Location

We are able to deliver this course on your site, subject to a pre-course assessment of your premises, reducing your costs in respect of additional time out and traveling. Alternatively we can carry out the course at our training centre at Bilston Glen.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.

Course 5

Two-Day Appointed Person Emergency First Aid in the Workplace (Paediatric)

Description

This course has been developed for those who are working with children and babies. It will be of particular interest to Teachers, Child Minders, Crèche Assistants, Playgroup personnel and anyone responsible for youth organisations.

It is ideal for individuals who are responsible for children and/or babies, who wish to gain knowledge of emergency procedures and attain a recognised qualification in First Aid. In addition to that of the one-day course, many other childhood conditions and illnesses are included.

Where an employer’s assessment for First Aid needs identifies that a First Aider is not necessary, the minimum requirement for an employer is to appoint a person to take charge of the First Aid arrangements. This includes looking after the equipment and facilities and calling the Emergency Services when required. Arrangements should be made for an Appointed Person to be available to undertake these duties at all times when people are at work.

Duration

A 12-hour course consisting of theory and practical work.

Syllabus

A range of subjects is covered including Responsibilities and reporting, Assessment of the situationDealing with an unconscious casualty, ResuscitationHeart Attacks, Choking, Control of bleeding and shock, Fractures, Burns, Head InjuriesPoisons, Bites and stings, Fainting, EpilepsyAnaphylaxia, Infantile convulsions Meningitis, Diabetes

Certification

Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual ongoing throughout the course. This qualification is valid for 3 years. Each attendee also receives a first aid manual.

Numbers

A maximum of 16 students can be accommodated on this course and must be aged a minimum of 16 years or above.

Location

We are able to deliver this course on your site, subject to a pre-course assessment of your premises, reducing your costs in respect of additional time out and traveling. Alternatively we can carry out the course at our training centre at Bilston Glen.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.

Course 6

One-Day Appointed Person Emergency First Aid in the Workplace (Paediatric)

Description

This course has been developed for those who are working with children and babies. It will be of particular interest to Teachers, Child Minders, Crèche Assistants, Playgroup Personnel and anyone responsible for youth organisations.

It is ideal for individuals who are responsible for children and/or babies, who wish to gain knowledge of emergency procedures and attain a recognised qualification in First Aid.

Where an employer’s assessment for First Aid needs identifies that a First Aider is not necessary, the minimum requirement for an employer is to appoint a person to take charge of the First Aid arrangements. This includes looking after

Duration

A 7-hour course consisting of theory and practical work.

Syllabus

A range of subjects is covered including Responsibilities and reporting, Assessment of the situation, Dealing with an unconscious casualty, Resuscitation, Heart Attacks, Choking, Control of bleeding and shock, Fractures, Burns, Head Injuries

If your organisation has a specific area of training that is not included, or you require a more in-depth session, then we can accommodate you by providing additional training in that particular subject.

Certification

Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual, ongoing throughout the course. This qualification is valid for 3 years. Each attendee also receives a first aid manual.

Numbers

A maximum of 16 students can be accommodated on this course and must be aged a minimum of 16 years or above.

Location

We are able to deliver this course on your site, subject to a pre-course assessment of your premises, reducing your costs in respect of additional time out and traveling. Alternatively we can carry out the course at our training centre at Bilston Glen.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.

Supplies

First Aid Supplies

At the time of training, we can review your current first aid equipment. We can then recommend and supply your organisation with any supplies that you may need to meet the HSE Legislation.

Our supplies are cost effective and we aim to save your company money.

We provide you with an account manager and a first aid supplies brochure / form so you can call, email or fax your order through and we’ll deliver it within 3 working days and even stock your first aid kit for you.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.

Bespoke Training

Flexible Bespoke Training

We work alongside your organisation to carry out training that fits around your business needs as much as possible e.g. training being carried out at your premises or location of choice, accommodating alternative dates, times and shift patterns.

Our courses are tailored to take into consideration the workplace and the specific type of incidents that may occur. Making our training relevant to your individual needs.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.

One to One Training

One to One Training

• Can't find the course that suits you?
• Do you only have one person to train?
• Have specific dates in mind?
• Is the venue not convenient?

If you have concerns regarding these points, we also offer a one to one service. No number of individuals is to small.

We welcome the opportunity to impress you with an extremely competitive quote.

Please contact Angela Macintosh on 0131 448 1060 or 07827 440 574 for more details.