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Emergency First Aid At Work (RQF) 

Where the workplace first aid risk assessment identifies a need for an Emergency First Aider in the Workplace, this one-day qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982. All learners 

will have the skills and knowledge to provide the organisation with Emergency First Aider’s that can provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner. 

In2020/2021. 1.7 million people suffered from a work related illness

What is the duration of the course? A minimum of six contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities, plus some pre-course activity could be required. Ideally, the course should be run over one day, all learners will be supported throughout

What is the Syllabus of the course? A range of subjects are covered including: - 1. Responsibilities and reporting 2. Resuscitation and AED awareness 3. Burns 4. Assessment of the situation 5. Anatomy 6. Choking 7. Dealing with an unresponsive casualty 8. Minor injury 9. Epilepsy 10. Basic hygiene in First Aid 11. Bleeding control 12. Shock

What is the requirement of the course? Practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor throughout the day.

What qualification will I receive? A three-year qualification will be issued to those who satisfy the criteria. In addition, the HSE strongly recommend that all students undergo an annual refresher programme of three hours.

Emergency First Aid at Work
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