Emergency First Aid

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

In addition the following objectives are covered:

Recognise and treat major illnesses

Deal with burns and scalds

Deal with poisons

Deal with fractures