First aid at Works including Burns

First Aid at Work Including Burns Online Training

Develop the knowledge and practical awareness needed to respond safely and effectively to workplace emergencies within healthcare and care environments.

This First Aid at Work Including Burns Online Training course is designed for healthcare professionals, carers, support workers, and workplace staff who may be required to provide immediate first aid support during medical emergencies or accidents.

The course helps learners understand basic life support, wound management, burns treatment, emergency response procedures, and effective communication during incidents.

Online First Aid at Work Including Burns Training for Healthcare Staff

This online First Aid at Work Including Burns training module provides healthcare workers with the essential knowledge needed to recognise emergencies, provide initial first aid support, and respond appropriately until further medical assistance arrives.

The course focuses on emergency response, burns management, CPR awareness, wound care, fracture support, incident reporting, and teamwork during emergencies.

Who Should Complete This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Nurses
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Senior Carers
• Care Home Staff
• Clinical Support Staff
• Allied Healthcare Professionals
• Workplace First Aiders
• Agency Healthcare Workers
• Community Care Workers
• Any staff member requiring first aid awareness training

Course Duration

• Approximately 1 hour online learning
• Self-paced training
• Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile
• 1 CPD point awarded
• Certificate issued on successful completion
• 6 months access from the date of purchase

Course Aim

The aim of this course is to provide healthcare and workplace staff with the knowledge and understanding required to respond safely to common medical emergencies, administer basic first aid, and manage burns and injuries effectively within healthcare and workplace settings.

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course learners will be able to:

• Understand the importance of first aid in healthcare settings
• Demonstrate awareness of basic life support procedures
• Recognise and manage common medical emergencies
• Apply wound care and bleeding control techniques
• Assess and provide initial treatment for burns and scalds
• Recognise fractures and musculoskeletal injuries
• Use medical equipment safely and appropriately
• Understand incident reporting and documentation requirements
• Communicate effectively during emergencies

Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to First Aid

Understand the role and importance of first aid within healthcare and workplace settings.

Topics include:

• Importance of first aid knowledge
• Legal responsibilities and duty of care
• Emergency response principles
• Personal safety considerations
• Assessing emergency situations

Module 2: Basic Life Support (BLS)

Develop awareness of life-saving interventions used during emergencies.

Topics include:

• Adult CPR awareness
• Child and infant CPR awareness
• Recovery position
• Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
• Emergency response procedures

Module 3: Management of Common Medical Emergencies

Recognise and respond to common medical emergencies safely.

Topics include:

• Choking management
• Seizure awareness
• Anaphylaxis recognition
• Asthma attacks
• Heart attack symptoms
• Stroke awareness
• Escalation procedures

Module 4: Wound Care and Bleeding Control

Learn how to assess and manage wounds effectively.

Topics include:

• Types of wounds
• Cleaning and dressing wounds
• Bleeding control techniques
• Direct pressure methods
• Elevation techniques
• Use of tourniquets

Module 5: Burns and Scalds

Understand how to assess and provide first aid for burns injuries.

Topics include:

• Burn classifications
• Assessing burn severity
• Cooling burns safely
• Sterile dressings and coverings
• Scald management
• When to seek urgent medical support

Module 6: Fractures and Musculoskeletal Injuries

Recognise and support common fractures and injuries.

Topics include:

• Recognising fractures
• Immobilisation techniques
• Supporting injured limbs
• Splinting awareness
• Soft tissue injuries
• Preventing further harm

Module 7: Medical Equipment and Devices

Develop awareness of commonly used emergency equipment.

Topics include:

• Oxygen equipment awareness
• Suction devices
• Safe handling of equipment
• Equipment safety checks
• Responding to equipment problems

Module 8: Incident Reporting and Documentation

Understand the importance of accurate documentation following emergencies.

Topics include:

• Incident reporting procedures
• Accurate record keeping
• Documentation standards
• Escalation and communication
• Legal and professional responsibilities

Module 9: Communication and Teamwork

Learn the importance of effective teamwork during emergency situations.

Topics include:

• Emergency communication skills
• Team coordination
• Working with emergency services
• Patient reassurance and support
• Handover procedures

Assessment and Certification

Learners will complete an end of course assessment to test their understanding of first aid awareness, burns management, emergency response procedures, and patient safety principles.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a First Aid at Work Including Burns Online Training certificate.

CPD Information

• 1 CPD point awarded
• Supports Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) continuing professional development requirements

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) CPD Requirements

It is necessary to complete 35 hours of relevant CPD within the three-year period since your last registration renewal or since joining the register.

Of these 35 hours, a minimum of 20 hours should be dedicated to participatory learning, involving activities that facilitate interaction with other professionals.

Why Choose This Course?

• Flexible online learning
• Designed specifically for healthcare and workplace staff
• Supports safer emergency response practices
• Improves confidence during medical emergencies
• Promotes workplace safety awareness
• Helps reduce risks of further injury or harm
• Instant certification on completion

Additional Information

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly:

Telephone: 0208 3266 704
Email: contact@trainhealthcare.com

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

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Strengthen your first aid awareness, improve emergency response knowledge, and support safer care and workplace environments with First Aid at Work Including Burns Online Training today.