Emergency First Aid at Work (1 day)
Where an organisation’s risk assessment of first aid needs identifies that there is a requirement for Emergency First Aid at Work practitioners, then this 1 day (6 hour) National Award in Emergency First Aid at Work satisfies the requirements of the regulatory body for first aid – the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
A range of subjects are covered including:
Responsibilities and reporting
Assessment of the situation
Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
Basic hygiene in first aid
Burns
Epilepsy
Resuscitation
Anatomy
Minor injuries
Bleeding control
Fainting management
Choking
Defibrillation
Treatment for shock
All learners will have the skills and knowledge to provide the organisation with Emergency First Aider’s that can provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner.
Summative practical assessment throughout the day by the instructor, along with a written assessment before course conclusion. A three year QCF Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (Level 5 in Scotland) will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. No external assessors are required.
All courses are regulated by OFQUAL and are the standard recognised qualification in this field.
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment.
A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role. The certificate will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age.