Overview
The Basic First Aid course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for responding to workplace medical emergencies. This comprehensive training covers basic life support, wound care, injury management, and emergency response procedures.
Developed in alignment with Highwave Training methodologies and international first aid guidelines, this course equips participants with the confidence and skills to provide immediate care until professional medical help arrives.
Learning Outcomes
- Conduct primary and secondary surveys of casualties
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults
- Control bleeding and manage wounds effectively
- Recognize and manage shock
- Provide first aid for common workplace injuries
- Respond to medical emergencies such as heart attacks and strokes
- Manage airway obstructions and breathing difficulties
- Communicate effectively with emergency services
Target Audience
All employees, designated first aiders, safety officers, supervisors, and anyone requiring basic first aid training. Essential for workplaces requiring first aid coverage.
Entry Requirements
- No formal prerequisites required
- Good physical fitness to perform CPR and practical exercises
- Basic English language proficiency recommended
Course Details
Module 1: Introduction to First Aid
- Role and responsibilities of a first aider
- Legal considerations and duty of care
- Importance of consent and confidentiality
- First aid kit contents and equipment
Module 2: Primary Assessment and Scene Safety
- Scene assessment and hazard identification
- DRABC assessment protocol
- Secondary survey and casualty examination
- Communication with casualties and emergency services
Module 3: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Adult CPR techniques following current guidelines
- Recognition of cardiac arrest
- Recovery position and airway management
- Choking relief procedures
Module 4: Bleeding and Wound Management
- Types of bleeding and recognition
- Direct pressure and elevation techniques
- Bandaging techniques for various wounds
- Shock recognition and management
Module 5: Common Workplace Injuries
- Burns and scalds treatment
- Fractures, sprains, and strains management
- Head injuries and concussion
- Eye injuries and foreign body removal
Module 6: Medical Emergencies
- Heart attack and angina recognition
- Stroke recognition using FAST protocol
- Seizure management
- Diabetic emergencies
Duration: 1 day (6-8 hours)
Assessment: Practical skills assessment and multiple choice examination
Pass Mark: 70%
- Certificate of Completion in Basic First Aid
- Valid for 2-3 years
- Internationally recognized qualification