This course is ideal for anyone wishing to become an accredited first aider in the workplace, particularly where it has been identified subsequent to risk assessment that a trained first aider is recommended.
This course is ideal for anyone wishing to become an accredited first aider in the workplace, particularly where it has been identified subsequent to risk assessment that a trained first aider is recommended.
Course Availability
This course is available on-site course or as an open course at one of our UK venues.
Who Should Attend
Anyone wishing to become an accredited first aider in the workplace, particularly where it has been identified subsequent to risk assessment that a trained first aider is recommended.
Course Syllabus
The Sports Injuries training syllabus covers:
Understand the role and responsibilities of the Sports first aider
Recording and reporting of accidents and incidents including RIDDOR
Contents of a sports first aid kit (including preventing cross infection)
Assessing the situation and acting safely, effectively and promptly in an emergency
Administer first aid to a casualty who is/requires:
Unconscious (including seizure)
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Choking Wounded and bleeding
Suffering from shock Appropriate first aid for minor injuries including minor cuts, grazes and bruises
In addition, discussion of specific sports related injuries/illness to include topics such as -
Anaphylactic shock
Stroke Asthma
Heart Attack including Angina
Diabetes
Fractures & dislocations
Spinal injury management
Soft tissue injuries
Head injuries
Assessment and Qualifications
Learners are continually assessed throughout the course to ensure learning outcomes have been achieved. Successful learners will receive an approved certificate from an awarding body (FAIB, SQA, or ITC) which is valid for three years on completion of an oral and practical assessment at the end of the 2 days.
Other Relevant Information
Learners must be physically able to carry out procedures required to meet awarding bodies (FAIB, SQA, ITC) assessment criteria.
This course complies with Health and Safety (first aid) Regulations 1981 and updates learners of any change in practice and guidelines.
Learners are required to attend a two day requalification course after the three year period to keep the qualification valid.
It is strongly recommended learners update their skills by attending a 3 hour annual refresher course.
Who Are We?
Stewart First Aid Training is a specialist in the provision of Workplace First Aid Training for many of the UK's leading companies.We are one of the largest Workplace First Aid Training providers in the UK and have been providing HSE Approved Workplace First Aid credentials for over 22 years*.
Our trainers hold medical credentials and have extensive hands on experience of dealing with first aid situations. Each trainer is a specialist in their field including medics, paramedics, nurses and pre-hospital care technicians which brings a real life dimension to the delegate's learning. We aim to provide reliable, flexible and interactive training that gives your first aiders the confidence to use their skills in real life emergencies - no matter what sector your business is in.
What We Can Do To Help You
We will provide you with value for money services to keep you within budget
We do not use centralised call centres - you will always speak to an experienced member of staff who understands what you require.
Our clients consistently tell us how much they appreciate our simple processes; expert training; flexibility (out of hours and weekend courses)
Reliability; rapid response to queries and bookings.
We can customise training courses to suit your work environment and risks.
We can provide on-site training anywhere in the UK providing considerable savings where you have groups to be trained.
We offer a large range of open training courses in key areas throughout the UK.
We can provide you with Governance reports and we will recall your delegates before their certificates expire.
Our Approach
We use an innovative approach to learning:
Trainers have a medical background - this ensures accuracy in training. We have always felt that this is essential to the quality of the training being delivered.
We use a wide range of learning styles so that all delegates engage with the trainer.
We use a friendly and informal style that encourages delegates to relax.
We encourage discussion of personal experience to underpin learning.
Delegates practice life saving techniques eg CPR frequently, working one to one with the trainer who will provide continuous feedback.
Our 1-day personal trainer first aid course is accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) and recognised by the HSE.
The Emergency First Aid at Work course will provide the knowledge and confidence to administer First Aid. This First Aid course designed for anyone looking to be a qualified Emergency First Aider.
The First Aid at Work course gives First Aiders the essential knowledge and skills that they need to carry out their role and deal confidently with major and minor injuries and illnesses. It is suitable for any person who has been designated as a First Aider at work.
Delegates must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment. A delegate cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace for children and infants until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the delega...
This is a three-day course and is aimed at those who are first aiders in a workplace or anyone wanting to gain knowledge and practical skills of advanced first aid to deal with first aid emergencies. It is certificated for three years.
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