FIRST AID AT WORK
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LEARN SKILLS THAT SERVE YOU & OTHERS FOR LIFE
COURSE OVERVIEW
From 1st April 2021 learners wishing to start their SIA Door Supervisor Course should present their Level 3 First Aid at Work (3 day training) or Level 3 Emergency First (1 day training) Aid certificate to their training provider before they start training. The certificate must be valid for at least 12 months from the course start date.
Despite of profession, First Aid is an essential skill to have, especially for those seeking to work or already working within the security industry or any other industry in that matter. The course concentrates on how to avoid emergency first aid situations from becoming worse, equipping learners with the basic life saving skills needed to deal with emergencies until professional help arrives.
The techniques acquired are useful in everyday life and transferable in many places of work.
The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider, how to assess an incident and recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness. The qualification also covers first aid skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) and assisting a casualty who is suffering from major injury and illness such as chest injuries, spinal injuries and anaphylaxis.
COURSE CONTENT
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Roles and responsibilities of the first aider
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First aid kits and equipment.
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Assessing an incident
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Recording accidents and near misses (incidents)
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Managing an unresponsive casualty
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The respiratory system
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Wounds and bleeding
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Shock
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Seizures
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Dealing with minor injuries
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The human skeleton
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Fractures and dislocations
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Sprains and strains
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Chest injuries
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Dealing with major illness
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Preventing cross infection
COURSE DETAILS
Age
Minimum age requirement is 14
Course dates
Given upon purchasing a course
Course timings
Given upon purchasing a course
Price
Given upon purchasing a course
Course location
At our centre or customers' location
Course duration
The course duration is 3 days.
ID requirements
• a valid passport (any nationality)
• a signed UK photocard driving licence
• a valid warrant card issued by HM forces or the police
• another photographic ID card, e.g. employee ID card, student ID card, travel card etc.
How is the qualification assessed?
This qualification is assessed by the following two methods:
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Practical assessment - Learners must demonstrate the practical first aid skills, as indicated within the assessment paperwork.
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Theory assessment - Learners must answer a series of multiple-choice questions as outlined within the assessment paperwork.
CERTIFICATION
Results
Results are available within 10 working days of the exams. HIGH PASS RATE
Certification
Successful candidates will receive a Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work certificate from a recognised awarding body within England and Wales. It is valid for a period of 3 years and can be renewed by attending another Level 3 First Aid at Work course.
Progression opportunities
On successful completion of this qualification, learners may wish to continue their development by undertaking one of the following qualifications:
• Level 3 Award in First Aid Response
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid
Group bookings and in-house delivery
We can deliver the training at your location/premises for up to 12 or more learners.
For more information and group booking discounts please contact us.