Here is a list of training courses we offer.
Topics Covered
- What is First Aid?
- Legislation
- Equipment in First Aid Kit
- Responsibilities and action in emergency situation
- Primary survey
- Secondary survey
- Unresponsive adult
- Heart attack/stroke
- Adult resuscitation (CPR) including the use of defibrillator
- Paediatric resuscitation
- Asthma
- Choking Adult/kids
- Shock
- Anaphylaxis and use of EpiPens
- Fainting
- Wounds and Bleeding
- Seizures
- Burns and scalds
- Foreign objects
1 Day course delivered at your workplace. £120 per person. Minimum 5 people and maximum 20 people
Each successful participant will receive a manual, ventilation mask and certificate.
If additional bespoke learning modules are required, please contact us to discuss.
There is n0 VAT charged on our courses.
People who should attend:
Those who work in:
- Nursery schools/pre-schools
- Before or after school clubs
- Childminding
- Carers of children at home
- Schools
Topics Covered
- Managing an emergency
- Stings and bites
- Bone, muscle and joint injuries
- Head, neck and back injuries
- Extremes of heat and cold
- Fainting
- Meningitis
- Poisons and what to do if someone has been poisoned
- Asthma
- Low blood sugar
- Ears, eyes and nose injuries
- Sepsis
- Role of the first aider (including knowledge of health & safety regulations
- Communication and casualty care
- Child and baby CPR
- Unresponsive baby
- Unresponsive child
- Choking baby
- Choking child
- Allergic reaction
- Minor and severe bleeding
- Seizures
- Shock
1 Day course delivered at your workplace. £120 per person. Minimum 5 people and maximum 20 people
Each successful participant will receive a manual, ventilation mask and certificate.
If additional bespoke learning modules are required, please contact us to discuss.
There is no VAT charged on our courses.
Adult Basic Life Support
Adult basic life support will include the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator).
Adult Immediate Life Support
Adult Intermediate Life Support (ILS) focuses on advanced techniques for managing patients in respiratory or cardiac emergencies. It bridges the gap between basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS). Here’s a brief overview of key components:
1. Assessment
– Primary Survey: Check responsiveness, airway, breathing, circulation, and disability (AVPU scale).
– Secondary Survey: Gather patient history and perform a focused physical examination.
2. Airway Management
– Positioning: Use the head-tilt, chin-lift or jaw-thrust maneuver.
– Suctioning: Clear airway obstructions.
– Advanced Airway Devices: Consider using orotracheal intubation or supraglottic airway devices when necessary.
3. Breathing Support
– Ventilation: Administer supplemental oxygen and assist ventilation using a bag-valve-mask (BVM) if needed.
– Monitoring: Use pulse oximetry to assess oxygen saturation.
4. Circulation Management
– CPR: High-quality chest compressions and defibrillation if indicated.
– Medications: Administer appropriate drugs (e.g., adrenaline, antiarrhythmics) as per protocols.
5. Monitoring and Reassessment
– Continuously monitor vital signs and patient response.
– Be prepared to adjust interventions based on the patient’s condition.
6. Post-Resuscitation Care
– Ensure appropriate follow-up care and transport to advanced medical facilities as needed.
Key Considerations
– Teamwork: Effective communication among the team is crucial.
– Protocols: Adhere to local guidelines and protocols.
– Training: Regular training and updates on skills and knowledge.
Paediatric Basic Life Support
Paediatric basic life support will include the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and also include how to deal with a choking infant or child.
Paediatric Immediate Life Support
All courses conform to Resuscitation Council UK 2021 Guidelines.
All successful candidates taking the Adult and Paediatric Immediate Life Support courses will be registered with the Resuscitation Council UK.
Pediatric Intermediate Life Support (PILS) focuses on the care and management of infants and children experiencing respiratory or cardiac emergencies. Here’s a comprehensive overview of its key components:
### 1. **Assessment**
– **Primary Survey**: Assess responsiveness using the AVPU scale (Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive). Check airway, breathing, circulation, and disability.
– **Secondary Survey**: Gather a detailed history and perform a focused physical examination.
### 2. **Airway Management**
– **Positioning**: Use the appropriate head position for children (e.g., slight extension or neutral position).
– **Suctioning**: Clear the airway of obstructions carefully.
– **Advanced Airway Devices**: Consider orotracheal intubation or supraglottic airway devices as necessary, based on the provider’s training.
### 3. **Breathing Support**
– **Ventilation**: Provide supplemental oxygen and assist with ventilation using a bag-valve-mask (BVM) if the child is not breathing adequately.
– **Monitoring**: Use pulse oximetry to assess oxygen saturation and monitor respiratory effort.
### 4. **Circulation Management**
– **CPR**: High-quality chest compressions, tailored to the child’s age and size. Use the appropriate compression-to-ventilation ratio (30:2 for single rescuers; 15:2 for two rescuers for infants and children).
– **Defibrillation**: If indicated, use a pediatric automated external defibrillator (AED) or a manual defibrillator with pediatric pads.
### 5. **Medications**
– Administer appropriate emergency medications (e.g., adrenaline, amiodarone) in correct pediatric dosages, based on protocols.
### 6. **Monitoring and Reassessment**
– Continuously monitor vital signs (heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure) and reassess the patient’s response to interventions.
– Be ready to adjust your approach based on the child’s condition.
### 7. **Post-Resuscitation Care**
– Ensure that the child is stabilized and prepared for transport to a higher level of care if needed.
– Provide information to receiving medical staff regarding the child’s condition and interventions performed.
### Key Considerations
– **Family Involvement**: Keep the family informed and involved when possible, as this can help reduce anxiety for both the child and parents.
– **Pediatric Dosage**: Always calculate medications based on weight or body surface area.
– **Team Communication**: Clear communication among team members is essential for effective management.
Would you like more detailed information on specific aspects, or do you have other questions related to pediatric care?
Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) is a set of emergency procedures performed to maintain life in cases of cardiac arrest or respiratory distress. Here’s a summary of its key components:
### 1. **Assessment**
– **Scene Safety**: Ensure the environment is safe for both the rescuer and the victim.
– **Check Responsiveness**: Tap the person and shout, “Are you okay?”
– **Call for Help**: If unresponsive, call emergency services or ask someone else to do so.
### 2. **Airway Management**
– **Open the Airway**: Use the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver unless a spinal injury is suspected. In that case, use the jaw-thrust maneuver.
– **Check for Breathing**: Look, listen, and feel for breathing for no more than 10 seconds.
### 3. **Breathing Support**
– **Rescue Breaths**: If the person is not breathing or only gasping, give 2 rescue breaths:
– Pinch the nose, seal your lips around their mouth, and give breaths lasting about 1 second each, ensuring the chest rises visibly.
– **Continue to Assess**: After 2 rescue breaths, check for pulse and breathing again.
### 4. **Circulation Management (CPR)**
– **Chest Compressions**: If there is no pulse:
– Place the heel of one hand on the center of the chest (lower half of the sternum) and the other hand on top. Interlock fingers.
– Compress at a depth of at least 2 inches (5 cm) at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute.
– Allow full chest recoil between compressions.
– **Compression-to-Ventilation Ratio**:
– For adults: 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths.
### 5. **Defibrillation**
– **Automated External Defibrillator (AED)**: If available:
– Turn on the AED and follow voice prompts.
– Ensure no one is touching the victim during the analysis and shock delivery.
– Continue CPR after shock delivery until emergency services arrive.
### 6. **Continue Care**
– Keep providing high-quality CPR until emergency medical services (EMS) arrive, the person shows signs of recovery (e.g., starts breathing), or you are too exhausted to continue.
### Key Considerations
– **Teamwork**: In a team setting, rotate roles every 2 minutes to prevent fatigue.
– **Post-Resuscitation Care**: Once EMS takes over, provide them with information about the incident and interventions performed.
If you have any specific questions or need more details on any part of the process, feel free to ask!
Child Basic Life Support (BLS) is a crucial set of emergency procedures designed for infants and children experiencing respiratory or cardiac emergencies. Here’s a comprehensive overview:
### 1. **Assessment**
– **Scene Safety**: Ensure the environment is safe for both the rescuer and the child.
– **Check Responsiveness**: Gently tap the child and shout, “Are you okay?” For infants, flick the sole of the foot.
– **Call for Help**: If the child is unresponsive, call emergency services or ask someone else to do so.
### 2. **Airway Management**
– **Open the Airway**: For children, use the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver. For infants, keep the head in a neutral position.
– **Check for Breathing**: Look, listen, and feel for breathing for no more than 10 seconds.
### 3. **Breathing Support**
– **Rescue Breaths**: If the child is not breathing or only gasping:
– For children (1 year to puberty): Give 2 rescue breaths.
– For infants (under 1 year): Give 2 gentle rescue breaths.
– Ensure each breath lasts about 1 second and makes the chest rise visibly.
### 4. **Circulation Management (CPR)**
– **Chest Compressions**:
– **Children (1 year to puberty)**: Use one or two hands (depending on the size of the child) to compress the chest about 2 inches (5 cm) deep at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute.
– **Infants**: Use two fingers placed just below the nipple line, compressing about 1.5 inches (4 cm) deep at the same rate.
– **Compression-to-Ventilation Ratio**:
– For single rescuer: 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths for both children and infants.
– For two rescuers: 15 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths for children and infants.
### 5. **Defibrillation**
– **Automated External Defibrillator (AED)**: If available:
– Use a pediatric AED if possible. Follow the prompts and ensure no one is touching the child during analysis and shock delivery.
– Continue CPR after shock delivery until emergency services arrive.
### 6. **Continue Care**
– Keep providing high-quality CPR until emergency medical services (EMS) arrive, the child shows signs of recovery (e.g., starts breathing), or you are too exhausted to continue.
### Key Considerations
– **Family Involvement**: Keep family members informed, as their presence can be comforting for the child.
– **Pediatric Dosages**: If medications are required, ensure proper pediatric dosages based on weight or age.
– **Team Communication**: Maintain clear communication in a team setting for effective management.
If you have specific questions or need more details about any aspect of child BLS, feel free to ask!