First Aid Responder in the Workplace Refresher

Course Overview:

First Aid Response (FAR) is the new occupational first aid training standard in Ireland and is recognised by the Health & Safety Authority, HSE, Tusla etc.  This course is suitable for anyone who already holds a valid Occupational First Aid Certificate or a First Aid Response Certificate and who wishes to refresh their skills for a further two years.  This two-day course is delivered through the use of PowerPoint presentation, DVD, demonstration, and practice.   We are currently delivering this course through a blended learning approach with one day delivered through live online webinar and one day classroom based to facilitate practice of first aid skills and assessments.

Course Objectives:

On completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Deal with life-threatening or potentially life-threatening conditions until the arrival of the emergency services

• Provide help for minor injuries or conditions not thought to be life-threatening 

• Provide first aid in a wide range of environments including the workplace, home, and recreational settings

• Provide first aid in a compassionate, confident, and competent manner 

Course Programme:

1. First Aid in the Workplace

2. Patient Assessment

3. Respiratory Emergencies

4. Cardiac First Response

5. Heart Attack & Aspirin Administration

6. Stroke

7. Choking

8. Wounds & Bleeding

9. Altered Levels of Consciousness

10. Musculoskeletal Injuries

11. Burns & Scalds

12. Poisoning 

13. Electric Shock

14. Hypothermia & Hyperthermia

15. Information management & Communications

Assessment:

Participants are individually assessed on their practical skills and complete a theory exam (multiple choice questions)

Certification:

Successful participants receive a First Aid Response Certificate which is valid for 2 years.

This course is delivered in association with Qualtec, a PHECC Approved Training Institution.