First Aid at Work

We offer two first aid courses, one lasting a single day and the other lasting three days. The one-day course is aimed at individuals and small companies looking to increase their first aid competence. The three-day course is specifically aimed at providing companies, either large or small, with a designated first-aider.

 

Emergency First Aid at Work – One Day

 

Course Contents

This course runs for six hours and thirty minutes, between 09:30 – 16:30 and can serve a maximum of 8-12 people.

• Responsibilities and reporting
• Resuscitation and AED awareness
• Burns
• Assessment of the situation
• Anatomy
• Choking
• Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
• Minor injuries
• Epilepsy
• Basic hygiene in First Aid
• Bleeding control
• Shock

Prerequisites

This qualification is available to those over 16 years. No previous first aid knowledge is required, although it is recommended that learners have a minimum of Level one literacy and numeracy or equivalent.

About the Qualification

A Level Three Qualification in Emergency First Aid at Work will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. This national award in Emergency First Aid at Work satisfies the requirements of the regulatory body for First Aid – the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Re-qualification is necessary after three years.

Learning Outcomes

All learners will have the skills and knowledge to provide their organisation with Emergency First Aider’s that can provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner. The individual will have successfully learnt the course content which is designed to meet current UK legislation.

Locations

• The Junction Sports & Leisure Centre, Station Approach, Broadstone BH18 8AX
• Townsend Youth Centre, 191 Jewell Road, Bournemouth BH8 0LT

Attendees should remember to bring one form of photographic ID e.g. passport, driving licence, or two forms of non-photographic ID e.g. birth certificate, utility bill.

Assessment

Learners are assessed throughout the day through their interaction and participation in the activities.

Forthcoming Courses

– Monday 20 January 2025 | The Junction, Broadstone
– Monday 24 February 2025 | The Junction, Broadstone
– Monday 24 March 2025 | The Junction, Broadstone

Price

£85.00 per candidate.

Enquiries/Bookings

To secure space(s) – please call our Reception/Admin Team on 01202 777766 or 01202 076404 or for further information, email info@thejunctionbroadstone.co.uk. Debit/credit card details required for payment/securing place(s).

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First Aid at Work – Three Day

 

Course Contents

This course runs for six hours and thirty minutes each day between 09:30 – 16:30 each day and serves a maximum of 8-12 people.

• Legalities, responsibilities and reporting
• Resuscitation and AED awareness
• Assessment of the situation
• Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
• Bandaging
• Shock (including Anaphylaxis)
• Fractures and spinal injuries
• Heart attacks
• Choking
• Control of bleeding
• Head injuries
• Eye injuries
• Poisoning
• Chest injuries
• Sprains and strains
• Burns
• Asthma
• Diabetes
• Epilepsy
• Strokes

Prerequisites

This qualification is available to those over 16 years. No previous knowledge is required, although it is recommended that learners have a minimum of Level one literacy and numeracy or equivalent. All sessions must be attended to gain the qualification.

About the Qualification

A Level Three Qualification in First Aid at Work will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. This national award in First Aid at Work satisfies the requirements of the regulatory body for First Aid – the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Re-qualification is necessary after three years.

Learning Outcomes

This course will give the participants a qualification to the highest level of First Aid, meeting the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. All learners will have the skills and knowledge to provide their organisation with First Aider’s that can provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner.

Location

• The Junction Sports & Leisure Centre, Station Approach, Broadstone BH18 8AX

Attendees should remember to bring one form of photographic ID e.g. passport, driving licence, or two forms of non-photographic ID e.g. birth certificate, utility bill.

Assessment

Learners are assessed throughout the days through their interaction and participation in the activities, with small multiple choice questionnaires throughout the three days as well.

Forthcoming Courses

– Monday 27 – Wednesday 29 January 2025

Price

£150.00 per candidate.

Enquiries/Bookings

To secure space(s) – please call our Reception/Admin Team on 01202 777766 or 01202 076404 or for further information, email info@thejunctionbroadstone.co.uk. Debit/credit card details required for payment/securing place(s).

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Did you know?

The revenue generated from our training courses contributes to our charitable aims and our ability to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people locally.

Courses available

Fire Marshal • First Aid at Work • Health & Safety • Manual Handling • Mental Health Awareness • Mental Health First Aider • Safeguarding • National Pool Lifeguard Qualification

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