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Basic Life Support and Safe use of an AED

Basic Life Support and Safe use of an AED Level 2 Qualification – Did you know that after a cardiac arrest, the chances of survival for a casualty decrease by 10% without CPR and defibrillation?

Basic Life Support and Safe use of an external defibrillator

It is important to have knowledge of Basic Life Support and the safe use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator).

Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the UK’s biggest killers, and yet statistics show that most of the British public are unaware of the life-saving difference they can make by performing CPR and defibrillation.

This qualification will equip learners with the necessary skills to administer Basic Life Support in a safe, prompt and effective manner.

Delivered directly in your workplace for up to 6-12 delegates for a group cost of only £585.00 (No Vat to be applied to this cost).

Call us on 0151 515 0416 and ask to speak with one of our Training Consultants to discuss your requirements.

Delivered in Liverpool, The North West and surrounding areas.

Who is this Basic Life Support and Safe use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training suitable for:

This Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (RQF) is a recognised qualification designed for individuals who have a vested interest or responsibility in providing BLS (Basic Life Support) during emergency situations that may require the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator).

Duration

4 hours

Basic Life Support and Safe use of an AED Training Half day course aims:

On successful completion of the Training course, delegates will be able to carry out basic life support with the aid of an AED unit to a competent and safe standard. Deal with incident safety management and know how to maintain and test the equipment used. Basic Life Support and Safe use of an AED – Course topics include:

  • Chain of survival
  • Assessing an incident
  • Casualty assessment
  • Managing an unresponsive casualty
  • Recovery Position
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR
  • AED safety considerations
  • Using an AED
  • Combining AED use with CPR
  • Using an AED on a child
  • Procedures for when Emergency Services arrive

Assessment and Certification:

The Qualification is nationally recognised and Ofqual regulated. This means that you can be rest assured that your training is of the highest quality. On successful completion of this course delegates will receive a Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) accredited certificate valid for 1 year.

What are the guidelines for Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) ?

Guidelines suggest rotation every 2 minutes. Ensure early help and early access to AED as a priority. Early defibrillation remains a priority: Defibrillation within 3-5 minutes can produce survival rates as high as 50-70%. Continue compressions post defibrillation – the AED will generally prompt you.

Please visit the Resuscitation Council UK for more information website for further information on having an Automated External Defibrillator in your business.

For more information on our training courses please email us. Or why not call us on 0151 515 0416 and ask to speak with one of our experienced training consultants.

 

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