First Aid for School Staff (3 hours)
Course Code: FASS
This first aid in schools course is designed to be a general introduction to first aid for teachers, teaching assistants, playground supervisors and support staff in schools. It deals specifically with first aid for children and all delegates receive a certificate of attendance.
This course does not replace the need for employers to have the appropriate number of first aid at work and appointed person trained staff - as recommended by the HSE.
Course Content Includes:
- Recognition of priorities and summoning help
- Basic life support - including airway management and CPR
- Management of head injuries and the unconscious casualty
- Management of wounds, bleeding and shock
- Management of eye injuries, fractures, burns and poisoning
- Management of emergency conditions such as asthma and epilepsy
- How to move a casualty safely
- The duties of an employer and record keeping
- First aid box contents and the control of infection
Course Duration: 3 Hours
Minimum Age / Experience: 16 years / None
Cost per Student: £30.00 (plus VAT) - Group bookings negotiable