First Aid Responder in the Workplace Refresher
€245.00
Course Overview
First Aid Response (FAR) is the new occupational first aid training standard in Ireland and is recognised by the Health & Safety Authority, HSE, Tusla etc. This course is suitable for anyone who already holds a valid Occupational First Aid Certificate or a First Aid Response Certificate and who wishes to refresh their skills for a further two years. This two-day course is delivered through the use of PowerPoint presentation, DVD, demonstration, and practice. We are currently delivering this course through a blended learning approach with one day delivered through live online webinar and one day classroom based to facilitate practice of first aid skills and assessments.
Course Objectives
On completion of this course participants will be able to:
Deal with life-threatening or potentially life-threatening conditions until the arrival of the emergency services
Provide help for minor injuries or conditions not thought to be life-threatening
Provide first aid in a wide range of environments including the workplace, home, and recreational settings
Provide first aid in a compassionate, confident, and competent manner
Course Programme
First Aid in the Workplace
Patient Assessment
Respiratory Emergencies
Cardiac First Response
Heart Attack & Aspirin Administration
Stroke
Choking
Wounds & Bleeding
Altered Levels of Consciousness
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Burns & Scalds
Poisoning
Electric Shock
Hypothermia & Hyperthermia
Information management & Communications
Assessment
Participants are individually assessed on their practical skills and complete a theory exam (multiple choice questions).
Certification
Successful participants receive a First Aid Response Certificate which is valid for 2 years.
This course is delivered in association with Qualtec, a PHECC Approved Training Institution.