Emergency First Aid at Work

The Emergency First Aid at Work course is divided into three main parts:

Part 1: Theoretical knowledge – delivered via e-learning. Prior to attending the training venue, you will receive a link to the Highfield e-learning modules, which you will need to complete individually. Navigate through the e-learning materials and immerse yourself in the real-life scenarios provided.
At the end of the e-learning course, your understanding will be evaluated through a set of multiple-choice questions.

Part 2: Practical activities – the practical content of the qualification will be delivered and assessed in person at the training centre.

Part 3: Multiple-choice examination.

Topics include:

• The roles and responsibilities of a first-aider
• Importance of recording incidents and actions
• Use of equipment, including Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Administrating first aid to a choking casualty
• Dealing with casualties with fractures, and spinal, head or chest injuries
• Basic hygiene and preventing cross infection
• Treatment of an unconscious casualty
• Dealing with hypovolaemic shock
• Dealing with wounds and bleeding
• Dealing with minor injuries, including small cuts, grazes, bruises and small splinters
• Dealing with minor burns and scalds
• Dealing with choking
• Dealing with seizures