First Aid Responder in the Workplace Refresher

€245.00

Advanta Safety First Aid Responder in the Workplace (FAR) Refresher Training Course

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

  1. First Aid in the Workplace

  2. Patient Assessment

  3. Respiratory Emergencies

  4. Cardiac First Response

  5. Heart Attack & Aspirin Administration

  6. Stroke

  7. Choking

  8. Wounds & Bleeding

  9. Altered Levels of Consciousness

  10. Musculoskeletal Injuries

  11. Burns & Scalds

  12. Poisoning 

  13. Electric Shock

  14. Hypothermia & Hyperthermia

  15. 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.

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