Medway Safety - Emergency First Aid

Medway Safety Training Courses

	Emergency First Aid (Including Suspension Trauma)
For Any member of an organisation who is likely to find themselves taking charge or who has been appointed to take charge of first aid equipment during a first aid emergency, in the absence of a qualified First Aider. A one-day, non-assessed course, recommended by the HSE in the new ACOP L74 as the minimum level of training for persons in low-risk workplace environments. The inclusion of ‘suspension trauma’ training supports the requirements of the new British Standard. Aims To provide participants with sufficient knowledge and confidence to deal with an accident until a qualified first aider or the emergency services take charge of the situation. Learning Objectives On completion of the training, successful candidates should have the knowledge and understanding of:
	Principles of first aid.
	The action to be taken in the event of an emergency.
	The correct method of basic life support
	Typical major injuries and the action to be taken to preserve life.
Outline Programme The course includes sessions on:
	Aims and principles of first aid.
	What to do in an emergency.
	Basic Life Support (BLS).
	Management of the unconscious casualty.
	Assessment and treatment of a casualty who is wounded or bleeding.
$Assessment and treatment of fractures, dislocations and soft tissue injuries.$	Assessment and treatment of fractures, dislocations and soft tissue injuries.
	Assessment and treatment of burns.
	Assessment and treatment of miscellaneous medical conditions.
	The Causes of Suspension Trauma
	The Management of Suspension Trauma Unconscious and Immobile Casualty Conscious and Mobile Casualty
Course Duration Length: 1 day Candidate Requirements All candidates should be aware that the course is of a practical nature therefore casual clothes should be worn. Female personnel attending are advised to wear trousers. Certification On successful completion of the course and final assessment, the delegate will receive a certificate of attendance. This is valid for 3 years.