Duration:

1 day

Minimum and maximum class numbers:

Classes can vary from 1-10 learners.

Certificate:

A4 sized certificate issued to each participant.

Certificate Valid:

2 years

Entry Requirements:

Participants must hold a current Occupational First Aid Certificate attended a course prior to September 2008 or hold a FETAC Level 5 Occupational First Aid Certificate.

Course Description and General Information:

This module is designed to provide the learner with the knowledge, practical skills and understanding required to provide and coordinate first aid in the workplace in compliance with the requirements of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Applications) Regulations 2007 and the associated guide to these regulations.

On completion of this course learners will be able to:

• Understand the responsibilities of the occupational first aider.
• Be able to provide treatment for the purpose of preserving life or minimising the consequences of injury until discharge or the arrival of medical assistance.
• Be able to provide treatment in the workplace for an injury which does not require the attention of a medical practitioner or nurse.
• Be capable of coordinating first aid arrangements in the workplace.
• Be familiar with health and safety legislation on first aid provision in the workplace.

Course Content:

• First Aid in the workplace
• Patient Assessment
• Respiratory Emergencies
• Cardiac First Response
• Wounds and Bleeding
• Altered levels of consciousness
• Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Burns and Scalds, Chemicals and Electric Shock

Learners are required to complete the following assessment below in order to achieve the required standard:

• Skills Demonstration (2) 70%
• Basic Life Saving Skills -40%
• Other Occupational First Aid Skills-30%
• Examination-Theory        30%

 If you are interested in this course please use our online Contact Form.  You can also contact our office on 065-9059187 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it