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Highfield Level 1 International Award in Basic First Aid with CPR & AED

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Course Overview

Basic First Aid with CPR & AED training is designed for individuals who may be required to provide first aid in the workplace. This course provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to respond effectively to medical emergencies.

The training covers the role and responsibilities of a first aider, assessing emergency situations, managing unresponsive casualties, performing CPR, using an AED, and providing first aid for common injuries. Participants will gain confidence and competence to respond quickly and safely before professional medical help arrives.

Key Takeaways

Participants will learn how to:

  1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
  2. Recognise common medical emergencies
  3. Assess an emergency situation safely
  4. Perform high-quality CPR
  5. Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) safely
  6. Manage an unresponsive casualty
  7. Provide first aid for choking and shock
  8. Provide basic first aid for common workplace injuries
  9. Communicate effectively with emergency services

Course Outline

Introduction to First Aid +
Understanding the importance of first aid and the role of a workplace first aider.
Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider +
Understanding legal responsibilities, duty of care, and personal safety.
Assessing an Emergency Situation +
Scene safety, hazard identification, and performing a primary survey.
Managing an Unresponsive Casualty +
Checking responsiveness, assessing breathing, and using the recovery position.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) +
Understanding CPR techniques and performing effective chest compressions.
Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) +
Understanding AED devices and how to use them safely during emergencies.
Choking Management +
Recognising choking signs and providing first aid safely.
Shock Management +
Understanding the signs of shock and providing immediate treatment.
Minor Injuries +
Providing first aid for cuts, burns, sprains, and minor fractures.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

  1. Employees at all levels
  2. Office staff and workers
  3. Supervisors and team leaders
  4. Security staff
  5. Facility management staff
  6. Individuals designated as workplace first aiders
  7. Anyone who wants to learn essential life-saving skills
Categories: First Aid
Duration: 6 Hours
Mode: In-Class/LMS
Certificate Validity: 3 Years

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