Building Contractors Training Group

Who Should attend?
Current first aiders who require to renew their first aid at work certificate before the 3 year expiry date.

Course Content & Aims

Content:

• Understand the role and responsibilities of the first aider
• Recording and reporting of accidents and incidents including RIDDOR
• Discussion of specific work related injuries
• Contents of a first aid kit (including preventing cross infection)
• Assessing the situation and acting safely, effectively and promptly in an emergency

Administer first aid to a casualty who is/requires:-

• Unconscious (including seizure)
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Choking
• Wounded and bleeding
• Suffering from shock
• Appropriate first aid for minor injuries including minor cuts, grazes, bruises, small splinters, minor burns and scalds

Administer first aid to a casualty with:-

• Injuries to bones, muscles and joints including suspected spinal injuries
• Chest injuries
• Burns and scalds
• Eye injuries
• Sudden poisoning
• Anaphylactic shock
• Stroke
• Asthma
• Heart Attack including Angina
• Diabetes

Assessment & Qualification

Following final assessment, successful learners will receive an approved certificate which is valid for three years