Level 3: First aid at Work +F (FAW+F)

Keep your staff, clients, and company safe by making sure you have first aid trained people in your work force.

SPR can provide training in our training facilities in AIRDRIE, Lanarkshire, Scotland or in your premises.

SPR has been in business for nearly 30 years understands the needs of other businesses. We are flexible and work out the most cost-effective way to provide the training you need, at a time that suits you.

Who is this for?

The First aid at work +F qualification is aimed at those undertaking the role of an emergency First aider on Forestry Commission land, where a “+F” is required. The Qualification naturally meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (first aid) Regulations 1981 (1982 NI)

This qualification is typically delivered over 1 day. It is for those working on Forestry Commission land who require an First aid a work
qualification with an added forestry context.

The qualification includes practical elements undertaken in an outdoors environment.

Candidates need to be capable of performing first aid skills in an outdoor environment.

Pre-Requisites:

This qualification is aimed at those over 16 who are able to undertake the responsibilities associated with being an emergency first aider. Those under 16 may undertake the qualification, however they should not be relied upon by employers to be a responsible first aider.

Due to the language of the assessment, it is recommended that learners have sufficient command of the English language in order to understand the assessment and to undertake the recommended assessment methods.

Attendees will be required to demonstrate First Aid procedures as they would in a real work environment. This includes providing CPR to a casualty who is on the floor, therefore be physically capable of doing so.

Diversity, Equality & Inclusivity

Our staff at SPR have undergone training in safeguarding, diversity, equality, and inclusivity, including mental health, disability awareness and LGBTQ+ training.

We are committed to welcoming individuals of all races, colours, ancestries, religions, origins, ages, sexual orientations, disabilities, and gender identities.

Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.

 

Course content

First Aid at Work +F has been developed to meet the first aid training requirements outlined by the Health & Safety (H.S.E) and the Forestry Commission.

The course includes: 

• What is first aid?
• First aid in the a forestry setting
• Protecting a casualty in an outdoor
  environment
• Responsibilities of the first aider
• Primary survey
• Unconscious casualty management
• Resuscitation
• Choking
• Shock
• Wounds and Bleeding
• Management of catastrophic bleeding
• Minor burns
• Seizures
• Lyme disease
• Crush injuries
• Medical Conditions
• Major Injuries

Additional topics can be delivered on request although delivery time may need to be extended.

First Aid at Work +F

– Key points

• Regulated qualification
• Meets HSE requirements
• 19 Guided learning  hours ( 3 day )
• Valid for 3 years
• Certificate & Book included
• Assessed by MCQs and practical observation

DOWNLOAD : QUALIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS

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RYA First Aid |  First Aid at Work |  Open Courses

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