Course Summary
The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
require all employers to make arrangements to ensure
their employees receive immediate attention if they are
injured or taken ill at work. This includes carrying out a
risk assessment, appointing a suitable amount of first
aiders and providing appropriate first aid training.
However, having the correct first aid provision in the
workplace is not just a legal requirement, it is incredibly
important for the safety of all members of staff!
The QA Level 2 Award in First Aid Essentials (RQF) is
a regulated and nationally recognised qualification
designed for those who have a specific interest or
responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community
activities, to provide basic first aid in emergency
situations. Successful candidates will be equipped with
the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range
of first aid situations, including: CPR, choking,
What is covered on Course
The role and responsibilities of a first aider
Assessing an incident
Managing an unresponsive casualty
CPR and defibrillation
Recovery position
Choking
Seizures
Shock
External bleeding
Minor injuries
o Cuts, grazes and bruises
o Minor burns and scalds
Accident reporting
