SPP Solutions and First Aid Training

New Resuscitation Guidelines 2010

 

SPP Solutions Ltd are Health and Safety Executive (HSE) registered and are able to offer a full range of First Aid courses in Havant, Portsmouth, Hampshire the South Coast and Nationally. We offer 3 day First Aid at Work, the new 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), Paediatric First Aid, 2 day Re-qualifying Courses as well as AED Defibrillator and Oxygen Therapy Training courses. SPP Solutions are able to deliver our 1st Aid courses according to customer needs and the requirements of your working environment.

 

First Aid regulations changed on October the 1st 2009 and what it means to you is that if you only needed Appointed Person (AP) training then you will need to look at your First Aid Risk Assessment as the Health and Safety Executive say that any business who used Appointed Persons will now have very little or no justification in using AP to provide First Aid. You will now have to do either the new 3 Day course or the new 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work course.

 

Resuscitation guidelines changed in Oct of 2010 introducing some subtle changes to the Basic Life Support Model. When calling for help the First Aider should also now ask for an AED as well as a First Aid kit. When checking breathing the First Aider is looking for normal breathing. Anything that is not normal breathing then he/she should start CPR. Compression depth is now 5-6cm at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. You should only stop CPR if the casualty makes meaningful signs of life, you are physically exhausted or professional medical help arrives. Breaths should be administered over 1 sec and not 2 with the emphasis on compressions. It is hoped that these subtle changes will have a dramatic effect on survival rates over time.

First Aid Accreditations

As we have mentioned we are fully accredited with the HSE for the delivery of First Aid training. We are also members of the Federation Of First Aid Training Organisations (FOFATO) FOFATO was formed in September 2007 by Ian Kershaw MBE (Ex-Head of  the First Aid Approval and Monitoring Section (FAAMS) within the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) from 1996-2007) at the request of  First Aid Training Providers.

 

First Aid Courses

 

HSE 3 day First Aid at Work course

This course is designed to give the end user an in depth knowledge of First Aid so that he/she can fulfill their First Aid responsibilities in the workplace in line with the First Aid at Work Regulations 1981.

Entry requirements

There are no academic requirements to join this course, however individuals should be of reasonable fitness and not afraid of the sight of blood.

 

Course structure

The course covers and expands on the following areas:

• Legal Framework
• Management of an Incident
• Breathing mechanism and Hypoxia
• Unconsciousness and Recovery
• Choking procedures
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
• Cardiac Arrest
• Circulatory System
• Heart Attack and Angina
• Fractures
• Soft tissue injuries and dislocations
• Wounds and bleeding
• Head Injuries
• Stroke
• Epilepsy
• Diabetes
• Poisoning
• Burns and Scalds
• Fainting
• Anaphylaxis
• Asthma

Assessment method

The course is continually assessed over the 3 days. There is a formal practical assessment on the last day of the course covering Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) Treatment of an Unconscious casualty, Treatment of wounds and bleeding. There is also a short question paper on the last day of the course comprising 20 multiple-choice questions.

 

Pass marks

To pass the practical element of the course candidates must show an understanding of the techniques being assessed (by an external assessor) and meet pre defined key areas in each process.

 

Course duration

3 Days (the qualification lasts for 3 Years) the HSE strongly recommend annual refresher training.

 

How much does the course cost?

The course costs £190 per person + VAT.

Download the 3 Day First Aid at Work Pdf here

 

HSE 1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work Course

This course is designed to give the end user a basic knowledge of First Aid so that he/she can assist a First Aider and fulfill their responsibilities in the workplace in line with the First Aid at Work Regulations 1981.

 

Entry requirements

There are no academic requirements to join this course, however individuals should be of reasonable fitness and not afraid of the sight of blood.

 

Course structure

The course includes and expands on the following areas:

• Acting safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Treating an unconscious casualty (including seizure)
• Choking
• Wounds and bleeding
• Shock
• Minor injuries
• Anaphylaxis
• Preventing cross infection, recording incidents and actions and the use of available equipment

 

Assessment method

The course is continually assessed over the day.

 

Pass marks

There are no set criteria however a pass / fail will be given by the tutor depending on how the candidate conducts him / herself during the day.

 

Course duration

1 Day (the qualification lasts for 3 Years)

 

How much does the course cost?

The course costs £70 per person + VAT

 

Download the Emergency First Aid at Work Pdf here

 

 

HSE 2 day Re-qualifying First Aid at Work course

This course is designed for people who are currently approaching the run out date of their 3 Day First Aid at Work qualification. Where first-aiders attend this course within three months prior to certificate expiry, the new certificate will take effect from that date of expiry. Retraining can be undertaken earlier than this three- month period, in which case the new certificate will take effect from the date the course is completed. Where retraining has not been undertaken before certificate expiry, it should be completed no more than 28 days beyond the expiry date. The new certificate will be dated from the expiry date of the previous certificate. If retraining is not completed by the end of this 28-day period, the individual will need to undertake a full FAAW course or EFAW course, as appropriate, to be re-established as a first-aider.

 

Entry requirements

You must have your original First Aid at Work certificate on day one of the course. If you cannot provide this and have not done your original training with us you will not be eligible to continue the training.

 

Course structure

The course covers and expands on the following areas:

• Legal Framework
• Management of an Incident
• Breathing mechanism and Hypoxia
• Unconsciousness and Recovery
• Choking procedures
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
• Cardiac Arrest
• Circulatory System
• Heart Attack and Angina
• Fractures
• Soft tissue injuries and dislocations
• Wounds and bleeding
• Head Injuries
• Stroke
• Epilepsy
• Diabetes
• Poisoning
• Burns and Scalds
• Fainting
• Anaphylaxis
• Asthma

Assessment method

The course is continually assessed over the 2 days. There is a formal practical assessment on the last day of the course covering Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) Treatment of an Unconscious casualty, Treatment of wounds and bleeding. There is also a short question paper on the last day of the course comprising 20 multiple-choice questions.

 

Pass marks

To pass the practical element of the course candidates must show an understanding of the techniques being assessed and meet pre defined key areas in each process. The multiple choice paper carries a pass mark of 75% (15 out of 20)

 

Course duration

2 Days (the qualification lasts for 3 Years) The HSE recommends annual refresher training.

 

How much does the course cost?

The course costs from £140 per person + VAT

 

Download the 2 Day Re-qualifying Course Pdf here

 

 

2 Day (12hr) Pediatric First Aid course

This course is designed for care workers including child minders, nannies, pre-school and nursery workers and people working with young children in general. The course is in line with the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and meets OFSTED criteria.

 

Entry requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements in order to attain this qualification; however candidates should be physically and mentally capable of carrying out the first aid techniques taught.

 

Course structure

To achieve a successful pass in this course, learners will be expected to:

• First Aid Priorities
• Regulations, Recording and Reporting
• Managing Incidents, Basic Life Support-Adult, Child & Baby
• Choking
• Casualty Examination
• Unconsciousness
• Anaphylaxis
• Fractures
• Control of Bleeding & Shock
• Asthma
• Eye and Ear Injuries
• Burns and Scalds
• Childhood Illnesses including Meningitis and Febrile Convulsions

 

Assessment method

The course is continually assessed over the 2 days.

 

Pass marks

To pass this course the candidate must prove, over the course of the 2 days that they have the knowledge and skill to be able to carry out and treat the conditions and techniques taught.

 

Course duration

2 Days (12hrs) the qualification lasts for 3 Years. The HSE recommend annual refresher training.

 

How much does the course cost?

The course costs from £120 per person + VAT

Download the 2 Day (12hr) Paediatric First Aid Pdf here

 

1 Day (6hr) Paediatric First Aid Course

This is a basic course and is suitable for Nannies Au Pairs, Babysitters, Parents and anybody who cares for infants and young children and wishes to join the voluntary part of the Ofsted Childcare Register (OCR).

 

Entry requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements in order to attain this qualification; however candidates should be physically and mentally capable of carrying out the first aid techniques taught.

 

Course structure

To achieve a successful pass in this course, learners will be expected to:

• First Aid Priorities
• Dealing with an Emergency
• Choking – Child and Baby
• Resuscitation (CPR) – Child and Baby
• Anaphylaxis
• Bleeding and Shock
• Burns & Scalds
• Eye & Ear injuries
• Fractures
• Childhood illnesses including Meningitis and Febrile Convulsions

 

Assessment method

The course is continually assessed over the day.

 

Pass marks

To pass this course the candidate must prove, over the course of the day that they have the knowledge and skill to be able to carry out and treat the conditions and techniques taught.

 

Course duration

1 Day (6 hrs) the qualification lasts for 3 Years. The HSE recommend annual refresher training.

 

How much does the course cost?

The course costs £70 per person + VAT

Download the 1 Day (6hr) Paediatric First Aid Pdf here

 

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Course

This course is designed to compliment the 3 Day First Aid at Work course and can be delivered in conjunction with oxygen administration. This gives the First Aider more versatility in the range of treatment available to him / her. The life saving statistics of the AED are well documented making deployment and knowledge of use invaluable. While the Resuscitation Council of the UK admit that no training is required to use an AED they do advocate training to ensure correct pad placement etc.

 

Entry requirements

There are no academic requirements to join this course, however individuals should be of reasonable fitness and not afraid of the sight of blood.

 

Course structure

The course covers and expands on the following areas:

• Chain of survival
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Heart Problems
• Abnormal Heart Rhythms
• Resuscitation with an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
• Unconscious patient
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Choking

 

Assessment method

The course is continually assessed over the day and there is a more formal question and answer session during the final practical assessment.

 

Pass marks

There are no set criteria however a pass / fail will be given by the tutor depending on how the candidate conducts him / herself during the training.

 

Course duration

3hrs (the qualification lasts for 1 Year)

 

How much does the course cost?

From £40 per person + VAT

Download the 3hr (AED) Pdf here

 

 

Oxygen Therapy Course

This course is designed to compliment the 3 Day First Aid at Work course and give the First Aider more versatility in the range of treatment available to him / her. This course can be given in conjunction with the AED course. Being able to safely administer oxygen therapy adds an extra dimension to the First Aiders repertoire.

 

Entry requirements

Candidates should hold an in date 3 day First Aid at Work qualification and should be of reasonable fitness and not afraid of the sight of blood.

 

Assessment method

The course is continually assessed over the 3hrs and there is a more formal question and answer session during the final practical assessment.

 

Pass marks

There are no set criteria however a pass / fail will be given by the tutor depending on how

the candidate conducts him / herself during the training.

 

Course duration

3hr  (the qualification lasts for 1 Year)

 

How much does the course cost?

From £30 per person + VAT

Download the Oxygen therapy Pdf here

SPP Solutions Limited are providers of quality First Aid Training in the UK.