Basic Life Support

     

  (Basic 1/2 day course)

• The role of the emergency first aider

• Minimising infection

• The aims of first aid

• First aid kits

• Scene survey

• Recognising life-threatening conditions

• Resuscitation (CPR)

• Causes of unconsciousness

• Levels of response – AVPU

• Choking recognition

• Types of wound

• Shock – normal circulation

• Hypovolaemic shock

• Treatment of bleeding

• Minor injuries

• Burns

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             Aims/Outcomes

·Candidates will have the knowledge and tools to respond and manage emergency, basic first aid issues in the work environment
Successful candidates will receive a EFAW Certificate and a book to accompany the course.

 This course will be attended by

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• Al staff within the Care Sector.

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On completion of training, candidates will be required to undertake a small examination of ten questions as a proof of learning exercise. A past mark of 70% is required

Cost:

 £50 per head (day time)*

 £70 Per head (Evening)*

*U.K mainland only, prices may increase when exceptional travel costs are involved

 (Minimum of 5 candidates)