Two-Day Appointed Person Emergency First Aid in the Workplace (Paediatric)
Description
This course has been developed for those who are working with children and babies. It will be of particular interest to Teachers, Child Minders, Crèche Assistants, Playgroup personnel and anyone responsible for youth organisations. It is ideal for individuals who are responsible for children and/or babies, who wish to gain knowledge of emergency procedures and attain a recognised qualification in First Aid. In addition to that of the one-day course, many other childhood conditions and illnesses are included.
Where an employer’s assessment for First Aid needs identifies that a First Aider is not necessary, the minimum requirement for an employer is to appoint a person to take charge of the First Aid arrangements. This includes looking after the equipment and facilities and calling the Emergency Services when required. Arrangements should be made for an Appointed Person to be available to undertake these duties at all times when people are at work. In the absence of the First Aider, employers must appoint a person for this purpose. It should be remembered that Appointed Persons are not First Aiders and should not attempt to give First Aid for which they have not been trained.
Duration
A 12-hour course consisting of theory and practical work.
Syllabus
A range of subjects is covered including:-Legalities, responsibilities and reporting, Assessment of the situation.
Dealing with an unconscious casualty Resuscitation
Heart Attacks, Choking, Control of bleeding and shock.
Fractures, Burns, Head Injuries. Poisons Bites and stings Fainting Epilepsy
Anaphylaxia Infantile convulsions Meningitis Diabetes
Certification
Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual, ongoing throughout the course. This qualification is valid for 3 years.
Numbers
A maximum of 16 students can be accommodated on this course and each participant must be aged a minimum of 16 years or above.
Location
We are able to deliver this course on your site, subject to a pre-course assessment of your premises, reducing your costs in respect of additional time out and travelling.
