The BPIF are holding a three day, First Aid at Work Course.

The Law

The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1991

Who is the course for?
Anyone identified within the workplace as being suitable to take on the role of a First Aider .

Why take the course?
The above regulation places a general duty on employers to provide first aid treatment to their employees. Your first aid needs risk assessment will identify the level of first aid cover your workplace requires. Where First Aiders are appointed they must have a valid certificate of competence.

What is covered on the course?
Understanding roles and responsibilities of a First Aider
How to assess an incident

How to manage and assist in various emergency workplace situations including:

Unresponsive casualties (breathing normally and not breathing normally)
Choking
External bleeding
Shock

Minor Injuries Administer first aid to:

Injury to bones and muscles
Suspected head, chest and spinal injuries
Burns and scolds
Eye injury
Anaphylaxis
Suspected major illnesses

Duration: 3 Days

25th, 26th & 27th January (Wed-Fri). 

The workshop will run from 10am to 4pm and a buffet lunch will be provided. Cost per delegate is £150 for BPIF members and £250 for non members and booking is on a first come first served basis.