FIRST AIDERS AND EMERGENCY FIRST AIDERS: ANNUAL REFRESHER
Half-Day Course
Although not mandatory, the HSE strongly recommends that qualified First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders complete an annual refresher course to maintain their confidence and competence.
Since the qualification period for both groups is three years, this short refresher helps ensure vital first aid skills remain current and effective throughout that time.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
– Responsibilities
– Communication skills
– Primary assessment
– Top-to-toe survey
– Recovery position
– Action for vomit
– Resuscitation
– Chain of survival
– Wounds and bleeding
– Bandaging and hygiene
CERTIFICATION & ASSESSMENT
– Certificate of attendance issued
– Recommended annually for all HSE-qualified First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders