Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

The Emergency First Aid at Work course is a one-day  training program, offering a condensed yet comprehensive curriculum. Participants gain essential skills in Basic Life Support (BLS), covering CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants, along with AED usage. The course addresses respiratory distress, including choking incidents, and teaches the Heimlich manoeuvre. Wound care and bleeding control techniques are covered extensively, along with managing workplace medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, and seizures. Participants also learn to handle musculoskeletal injuries, recognise and treat shock, and understand legal and ethical considerations. The course promotes increased workplace safety, quick and effective emergency responses, and an empowered workforce.

What is the primary focus of the Emergency First Aid at Work course?
Answer: The course is designed to equip individuals with essential skills and knowledge to effectively respond to medical emergencies in the workplace, emphasizing safety and emergency care.

How long does the Emergency First Aid at Work course last, and is it conducted face-to-face or online?
Answer: The course is face-to-face and spans one day, providing participants with a condensed yet thorough curriculum covering theoretical knowledge and practical skills in first aid.

What are some key components covered in the course to ensure a well-rounded understanding of emergency response protocols?
Answer: Participants will delve into Basic Life Support (BLS) techniques, managing breathing emergencies, wound care, bleeding control, responding to medical emergencies, addressing musculoskeletal injuries, shock recognition, and legal and ethical considerations.

How does the course address the practical aspects of first aid, particularly in terms of responding to respiratory distress and managing wounds?
Answer: The course includes hands-on practical training such as techniques including CPR, addressing choking incidents,  and proper wound cleaning, dressing, and bleeding control for various types of injuries.

What are some of the benefits that participants can expect after completing the Emergency First Aid at Work course?
Answer: Participants will gain increased workplace safety awareness, the ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, and an empowered mindset, fostering a safer work environment and promoting a sense of responsibility and camaraderie among employees.