Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work

This course is aimed at those who act as an emergency first aider within the workplace. This would not qualify them for the 3 day first aid at work but would give enough knowledge to provide first aid until fully trained responders arrive on scene. The one day covers the following topics;

• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider 
• How to assess an incident 
• How to manage an unresponsive breathing/unbreathing casualty 
• How to manage a choking casualty 
• How to manage bleeding 
• How to manage a casualty in shock 
• How to respond to minor injuries 
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) 
• First aid kit

Eligibility

There is no age limit for this course however a good level of understanding and writing English is expected.

Delivery

Duration: 1 day

Assessment: Combination of practical demonstration of competence in emergency first aid procedures and a test of underpinning knowledge through verbal questioning or written assessment.

Valid: 3 years

This qualification must be renewed following 3years to continue qualifying as an Emergency First Aider

Progression Opportunities

• Level 3 First Aid at Work
• Level 3 Paediatric First Aid