First Aid at Work Re-qualification (FAWR) Course in Plymouth, Devon (Classroom)

First Aid at Work Re-qualification Course in Plymouth, Devon

Our First Aid at Work Re-qualification (FAWR) courses are approved by the First Aid Industry Body and Quality Care Academy.

Who is the 2-Day First Aid at Work Refresher Course Suitable For?

This First Aid at Work Refresher course is suitable for any persons who previously attended the three-day First Aid at Work course and whose certificate is due to expire or is within the 28 days of certificate expiration.

Delegates who attend the two-day refresher course must produce a copy of their original certificate when reserving their place.

NOTE: Due to the practical nature of this course, it is requested that delegate’s wear suitable clothing i.e. trousers and clean footwear.

Course Background

A hands-on, practical approach combined with tutor presentations gives delegates an overview and revision of the three-day course and an update on the latest best practice.

This refresher course provides re-qualification for holders of the three-day First Aid at Work course certificate. Delegates must attend this course prior to the expiry of their First Aid certificate.

Delivery Method

Classroom training in Plymouth, Devon, PL7 1RF.

Course Duration

2 Days

Course Programme

On completion of training, successful candidates should be able to:

• Understand the role of the first aider including reference to the importance of preventing cross-infection
  
• The need for recording incidents and actions
  
• Use of available equipment
  
• Assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency
  
• Administer first aid to a casualty who is unconscious, including seizure
  
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  
• Train in the use of an AED
  
• Administer first aid to a casualty who is:
  
• Choking
  
• Wounded and bleeding
  
• Suffering from shock
  
• Provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries including small cuts, grazes, bruises or small splinters
  
• Recognise the presence of major illness including heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma or diabetes, and provide appropriate first aid
  

Administer first aid to a casualty with:

• Injuries to bones, muscles and joints including suspected spinal injuries
  
• Chest injuries
  
• Burns and scalds
  
• Eye injuries
  
• Sudden poisoning
  
• Anaphylactic shock
  
• Major wounds

Assessment and Certification

Assessment is via a practical on the final day of the course. SSG course attendance certificates will be issued on successful completion of training and are valid for three years. Certificates need to be renewed prior to the expiry date or within 28 days of expiry.

The First Aid at Work Refresher course is approved by the First Aid Industry Body and Quality Care Academy.

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For short courses a completion certificate is available at the end of the course. You can screenshot this or print it out to confirm completion of the training.

For accredited courses a certificate will be sent directly to you from the appropriate awarding body.

To join online courses, delegates have to log in via a link provided through a computer or laptop with a camera, screen, microphone and access to the internet.

Connection quality is the responsibility of the delegate. If you need to download free video conferencing software please visit our video conferencing software page where you can download the software specified by SSG.

E-learning and Online (Instructor-led) training is more flexible, efficient, and cost-effective.

Short online courses also help employers to demonstrate that they have fulfilled their legal duties to ensure their personnel have been adequately trained.

Once the courses have been completed, a confirmation of results can be saved or printed as evidence. This can then be kept on record as evidence of suitable training.

You will instantly receive a confirmation email with your order details and your course login details will follow within one business working day.

Please note that course bookings can not be processed outside of normal working hours, over weekends or on bank holidays and will be processed the next business working day.

Step 1

Click the 'Buy' or 'Add to cart' button and you will be taken to our payment/booking page where you can choose to pay online now using a debit/credit card or you can pay later by invoice.

Step 2

Once you have paid for your course(s), you will receive an email from our team advising how to begin your training.

Step 3

You will be provided with a username and password which will enable you to access the e-learning portal. Login to start your course, once you have completed and passed the course, you will be able to download and print your certificate straight away.

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