This 2-day (12 hours) First Aid at Work course is designed for those who currently hold a First Aid at Work qualification and are due to expire.
A First Aider can renew their FAW qualification by attending a 2-day requalification course without question, if it’s within 1 month past the expiry date
It meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982
A range of subjects are covered including:-
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• Legalities, responsibilities and reporting • Control of bleeding • Poisoning• Asthma
• Dealing with an unresponsive casualty • Shock (including Anaphylaxis) • Bandaging
• Diabetes • Fractures and spinal injuries • Heart attacks • Choking • Stroke
• Resuscitation and AED awareness • Head injuries • Eye injuries • Burns
• Assessment of the situation • Sprains and strains • Chest injuries • Epilepsy
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The learner will attain knowledge and the practical competence required to deal with a range of workplace first aid situations.
• Meets employer’s legal obligations
• Compliant with Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines
• 3 year qualification
