The Emergency First Aid at Work for Forestry + (F) (EFAW+F) is an approved course. The course is designed to provide you with the skills that will enable you to give safe, prompt and effective first aid to a casualty at work following injury or illness. Our aim is to encourage you to have the confidence to use these skills when faced with an emergency situation whilst waiting for the arrival of the emergency services.
This Emergency First Aid at Work for Forestry + (F) Qualification is regulated by Ofqual.
The Emergency First Aid at Work for Forestry + F course is the minimum requirement for Forestry, Renewable, Construction, Utility companies and a Stalker working on Forestry Commission Land or in remote and hazardous environments.
We can deliver this 1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work for Forestry + (F) Level 3 Award course directly in your workplace, reducing your costs for staff travel and reducing time out of the business.
Delivered directly in your workplace for a group of up to 6-12 delegates – Call us on 0151 515 0416 to discuss your requirements and pricing.
Emergency First Aid at Work for Forestry + (F) Level 3 Award Qualification
Who is this course suitable for:
The Forestry Commission recommends that Forestry and Arboriculture workers complete additional training in addition to the standard HSE compliant workplace First Aid courses. The additional training is specifically designed for people who work in remote environments with machinery.
These courses are also suitable for Forestry and Fencing Contractors, Stalking Contractors, Arborists/Tree Surgeons and anyone working on Forestry Commission land or rural contracts.
Duration:
1 Day (7 Hours) – We are flexible with starting times to meet the needs of your business and you can discuss this at the time of your booking.
Course aims:
To provide you with the skills that will enable you to give safe, prompt and effective first aid to a casualty at work following injury or illness. Our aim is to encourage you to have the confidence to use these skills when faced with an emergency situation whilst waiting for the arrival of the emergency services.
Course Content:
Responsibilities and reporting
Assessment of the situation
Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
Basic hygiene in First Aid
Resuscitation and AED awareness
Anatomy
Minor injuries
Bleeding control
Burns
Choking
Epilepsy
Shock
Catastrophic Bleeding Control
Crush injuries
Effects of extreme cold
Lyme disease
Emergency planning and remote medical assistance
This Level 3 Training Award is fully accredited and is regulated by Ofqual.
For external useful information please visit the Health and Safety Executive website section www.hse.gov.uk/firstaid/index.htm
Further information from the Health and Safety Executive for Forestry Workers
Did you know: We can deliver the 1 Day Emergency First Aid Training directly in your workplace.
For more information on any of our First Aid Courses and how we can help you find the right training course for your business please email us. Or why not call us on 0151 515 0416 and ask to speak with one of our Training Consultants.