Outdoor 1st Aid

 

Course Description: This course is designed for those working in the outdoor industry where First Aid may be needed in remote areas and response from the emergency services will be delayed. For example: tree surgeons, outdoor instructors, event marshals.

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What you can expect:

• A predominantly practical course.

• Scenario based assessments

• A short written assessment

  • To cover the following tops; dealing with emergency and non-emergency 1st Aid situations in an outdoor context, primary and secondary assessments, woudns and bleeding, hypovolaemic shock, head and spinal injuries, anaphylaxis, poisoning, resuscitation, disorders of respiration and circulation, incident management, chest and abdominal injuries, extreme heat and cold, eye injuries, bones, joints and muscle injuries, major illnesses, burns, bites and stings

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Who is it for / Pre-requisites: This is an OFQUAL regulated course for anyone that works in an outdoor setting or who wishes to validate their National Governing Body qualifications i.e. Mountain Training, British Canoeing, British Cycling. There are no pre-requisites for this course.

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Equipment:

• CPR Manikins

• AED Training Machines

• Demonstration resources

• Course booklets

• Stationary

• Scenario role play dress-up

• Tea, coffee and water

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Location: The location of the course will depend upon if it is an open course (venue provided by Venture Elements) or a private course (venue can be provided by the customer).

 

Accommodation:  Please contact us if you would like recommendations for accommodation.