HSE - Working Safely

Course Code	M/H/011
Course Aims	Those looking for a hands-on course that provides the opportunity to learn and practice skills which will enable you to respond to common first aid situations.
Suitable For	All workers
Duration	3 day
Location	Corby
Accrediting Body	HSE Approved
Course RRP (£)	POA

Course Outline

Respond to the needs of unconscious casualties Includes placing an unconscious person in the recovery position.

Perform cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Participants will be taught how to lift the chin to open the airway, give effective rescue breaths and perform chest compressions. The programme covers the different techniques for adults, children and infants. All learners will be given the opportunity to practice their skills on a resuscitation manikin.

Choking Participants will learn how to deal with mild and severe choking for adults, children and babies.

Respond to the needs of casualties with major injuries Participants will cover all of the following by observation:

• Shock, burns and scalds, significant blood loss, muscular and skeletal injury.  

Respond to the needs of casualties with common illnesses  and conditions
The programme covers awareness of appropriate treatment for the following illnesses and conditions:
Croup, stroke, angina, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, meningitis, anaphylaxis, heart attack, febrile convulsions.