Annual refresher training (BLS)
The HSE strongly recommends a refresher session once every year to maintain skills and knowledge
This is an annual 3hr refresher courses and, although not mandatory, these courses help maintain your basic skills and keep you stay up to date with any changes to first aid
This course is for people holding a current First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work certificate.
Outline
Course Content
- Assessing vital signs
- Stabilising an unconscious casualty (including seizures)
- Treating immediately life threatening conditions
- Basic Life Support & use of an AED (defibrillator)
- Recognising & treating bleeding, burns & shock
This course is certificated & valid for one year. Please note that this does not replace the Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualifications.