Automated External Defibrillator
An Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) is a computer operated device that is safe to use and analyses… [more]
First Aid Secondary Survey
The Primary Survey uses the acronym DR ABC. Look out for any dangers Check casualty response Check… [more]
Paediatric First Aid Course
Child resuscitation When child resuscitation is necessary, follow the rule: Dr ABC D Danger •… [more]
First Aid Training:Shock
During refresher training you will revisit shock and recognise the symptoms and know what action to take. To… [more]
First Aid At Work
A first aider must learn the following areas before qaulifying: The Role and Responsibility… [more]
First Aid at Work
Recovery Position in First Aid
The recovery position When a person is unconscious and lying on their back, the airway can become compromised by the tongue touching the back of the throat, or vomit if the casualty is sick. Placing the casualty in the recovery position protects the airway from both of these dangers — the tongue will not fall [...]
First Aid At Work
A first aider must learn the following areas before qaulifying: The Role and Responsibility of a First Aider Assessing an Incident Managing an Unresponsive Casualty who is Breathing Normally. Managing an Unresponsive Casualty who is not Breathing. Recognise and Assist a Casualty who is Choking. Managing a Casualty who is Wounded and Bleeding. [...]
Emergency First Aid at Work
First Aid Secondary Survey
The Primary Survey uses the acronym DR ABC. Look out for any dangers Check casualty response Check airway for obstructions Check breathing Commence CPR. When the primary survey is complete and you have dealt with any life-threatening conditions, it is safe to examine the casualty head to toe, checking for other injuries or illnesses in [...]
Emergency First Aid At Work
The Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work is an accredited qualification. The course will familiarise students with the roles and responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider, including assessing an incident, recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness, and assisting a casualty who is suffering from injury and illness. Students will learn [...]
Paediatric First Aid
Paediatric First Aid Course
Child resuscitation When child resuscitation is necessary, follow the rule: Dr ABC D Danger • Make sure that the child, any bystanders and you are safe. r Response • Gently tap the shoulders and shout are you alright?’ • If there is no response, shout for help, but don’t leave the child just yet. [...]
Paediatric First Aid
The Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid is a qualification aimed at those who wish to become a Paediatric First Aider in the workplace with a responsibility for the welfare of infants and children. This qualification is intended for candidates already working or preparing to work in industry. Candidates gaining this qualification will know [...]
Defibrillation
Automated External Defibrillator
An Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) is a computer operated device that is safe to use and analyses heart signals. The AED can be used by a qualified user. This device can increase the hope of survival if a casualty’s has a cardiac arrest. The devce must be used without delay. If there is a 1 [...]
Automatic External Defibrillator
If you an authorised AED user the following considerations must be undertaken: • If you have a helper, ask them to continue CPR whilst you get the AED ready. NOTE: If the helper is untrained ask them to give chest compressions only. Switch on the AED immediately and follow the voice prompts: • Attach the [...]
First Aid Refresher Trainiing
First Aid Training:Shock
During refresher training you will revisit shock and recognise the symptoms and know what action to take. To most people the word shock means an unpleasant surprise, an earthquake, or what happens if you mess about with the electrics! The medical term shock is defined as ‘inadequate tissue perfusion, caused by a fall in blood [...]
Wounds and Bleeding
A wound can be defined as an abnormal break in the continuity of the tissues of the body. Any wound will to some extent result in bleeding, either internally or externally. If blood loss is severe, this could result in shock, so urgent treatment would be necessary. Types of wound and basic treatment. Contusion Abrasion [...]
First Aid Refresher Training
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) strongly recommends that first-aiders undertake annual refresher training, over half a day, during any three-year FAW/EFAW certification period. Although not mandatory, this will help qualified first-aiders maintain their basic skills and keep up to date with any changes to first-aid procedures. Candidates must participate in all five of the [...]
