First Aid at Work
Is this for you?
This course is designed for people who want to receive our most thorough first-aid training. It is most suited to those working in high-risk environments such as construction sites, factories or warehouses.
How long is this course?
This course is a 3 day course with times of 09:00-16:30 each day.
What is covered during this course?
This course will provide you with the most up-to-date clinical skills and knowledge in line with the HSE on being a first aider. The content of this course includes:
- Adult CPR
- Allergic reaction
- Asthma
- Bone, muscle and joint injuries
- Burns and scalds
- Chest pains
- Choking adult
- Communication and casualty care
- Eye injuries
- Fainting
- Head injuries
- Defibrillator prompts and how to respond (theory-based)
- Defibrillator pad placement (theory-based)
- Low blood sugar
- Managing an emergency
- Minor and severe bleeding
- Poisons and what to do if someone has been poisoned
- Role of the first aider (including knowledge of health and safety regulations)
- Seizures
- Shock
- Spinal injuries
- Stroke
- Unresponsive adult
How will I be assessed?
You will have a continuous assessment from the trainer/assessor running the course with a written and practical exam.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes!
On successful completion of this course, you will receive your own ALS Med Ltd. First Aid at Work certificate which is valid for 3 years from the date of issue.
You will also receive a First Aider pin badge and CPR Faceshield keyring.
Questions?
Don't hesitate to contact our First Aid Training Team at firstaidtraining@med-als.com