Description

The course equips learners with the basic principles of assessing an emergency situation, contacting the emergency services as quickly as possible and while awaiting their arrival, candidates will be able to perform basic skills required to sustain life. Learners will be able to:

understand the laws of first aid, including the principles of emergency care

demonstrate an understanding of emergency scene management

treat wounds and arrest bleeding

know the first aid required for different injuries

utilise the correct equipment and safety precautions when administering first aid

understanding potential hazards in the work environment

performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR