Occupational First Aid Refresher Course
This is open to anyone who currently holds a valid Occupational First Aid Certificate. The Occupational First Aid course now includes Cardiac First Responder training in the use of an Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and administering aspirin for heart attack patients.
The Occupational First Aid Regulations Safety, Health and Welfare at Work General Applications Regulations S.I. No. 299 of 2007. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007, there is a requirement on employers based on a risk assessment to have a sufficient number of Occupational First Aiders trained and deployed in the workplace.
This 1 day Refresher Course covers a comprehensive range of topics to prepare the qualified Occupational First Aider to administer emergency care in the workplace. Participants will learn a high level of practical skill and theoretical knowledge, so that they can deal competently with any situation that may arise in the working environment.
All participants receive a comprehensive first aid manual. Participants are presented with an Occupational First Aid Certificate, which is valid for two years.
Course Content:
- First Aid in the Workplace
- Patient Assessment
- Respiratory Emergencies
- Cardiac First
- Wounds and Bleeding
- Altered Levels of Consciousness
- Musculosketal Injuries
- Burns and Scalds
Features:
- Video based course ensures consistency
- PowerPoint presentations
- Instructor led, hands on class format reinforces skills proficiency
In the classroom, students participate in simulated scenarios. Students work with an Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Instructor to complete skills practice.
Course Format
The course requires approximately 8 hours to complete, including skills practice. While the main content of the course is general, each course is different in terms of learners, circumstance and requirements. There is no exam or assessment with this course but full participation is required to receive certification.
| Who Should Attend: | Anyone who wishes to maintain their Occupational First Aid status |
| Prerequisites: | Valid Occupational First Aid Certificate |
| Manual: | First Aid Manual |
| Duration: | 1 day |
| Certificate: | A4 size Certificate issued to Each Participant |
| Certificate Valid For: | 2 years |
| Accreditation: | 999 Emergency Training Certificate which is to be kept with your original QQI – FETAC Certificate and Company Certificate. |