Recognise First Aid emergencies

Provide necessary first aid treatment within the workplace etc

Understand and demonstrate essential life saving skills

Responsibilities of First Aiders

Scene Management

Principles of treatment

Patient Assessment: (Primary and Secondary Surveys)

CPR & use of an AED (Defibrillator)

CPR and AED practical

Recovery position

Heart Attack

Stroke

Wounds and Bleeding including the application of Dressings and Bandages

Respiratory Emergencies including choking and Asthma

Altered levels of consciousness incl fainting, seizures etc.

Shock including its recognition and treatment

Musculoskeletal Injuries: Fractures, Sprains, Strains and Dislocations

Head injuries including compression, concussion and factures

Allergic reactions including Anaphylactic shock

Burns, scalds and Bites

Poisoning, Electrocution

Allergic reactions including Anaphylactic shock