Course overview
Designed for anyone involved in a land-based industry who has not attended a first aid course run by a recognised organisation during the last two years.
Course Content
At the end of the course participants will be able to:
Assess situations and carry out appropriate action including informing emergency services
Carry out artificial ventilations and chest compressions
Place a casualty in the recovery position and know when to use this position
Clear obstructed airways
Control severe bleeding
Recognise and treat shock
Deal with chemical contamination
Understand the requirements for a first aid kit and how to report accidents in the workplace
Recognise and treat head injuries
Recognise the common risks to forestry workers and administer First Aid accordingly
In addition the following objectives are covered:
Recognise and treat major illnesses
Deal with burns and scalds
Deal with poisons
Deal with fractures
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