LEVEL 3 AWARD IN FIRST AID AT WORK & FORESTRY FIRST AID (RQF)
This qualification is ideal for those that work or intend to work in a forestry, agricultural or remote environment, such as tree surgeons and farmers. Successful Learners will be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills needed to treat a range of injuries and diseases that could occur in these environments.
Designed to be undertaken in conjunction with a regulated First Aid qualification (minimum 1 day), this qualification meets the recommendation of the First Aid at Work – Forestry commission Policy and also confirms a learner’s ability to meet a ‘license to practice’ as determined by the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, making it perfect for those operating in a wide range of workplaces.
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The role and responsibilities of the first aider
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Assess situations in order to act safely and effectively
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Basic Life Support & Automated External Defibrillation
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Unconscious casualty
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Management of a seizure
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Choking
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Shock
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External Bleeding
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Minor injuries small cuts / grazes / small splinters / nose bleeds
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Minor burns and scalds
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Completing accident report form
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Managing catastrophic bleeding, including:
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Direct Pressure
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Tourniquets
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Haemostatic Dressings
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Crush injuries
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Extreme hot and cold temperatures
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Lyme disease
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Snake Bites
Duration: 1 Day
Assessment: Practical & Multiple Choice
Delegate Limit: 12