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First Aid Kit

First Aid Training Courses

Acton Jennings has acquired validation from nationally known training bodies to provide a number of accredited training courses, face to face at our premises or at your premises. 

Please get in touch for more infomation or to book a training course. 

First Aid at Work

The First Aid at Work training course, which conforms with HSE guidance, provides a comprehensive set of practical skills needed by first aiders in most workplaces, giving both the ability and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies. It meets the standards required to help comply with Health and Safety (First aid) regulations.

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Course description

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Who should attend?

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This course is designed for people who want to receive our most thorough first aid training. It is most suited to those working in high-risk environments, such as building sites or warehouses.

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Delegates must be aged 18 or older to attend this course.

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Candidates need a basic command of English (defined as Level 2). While we are often able to provide support to people who do not have English as a first language, our ability to do so is limited by the time available and the number of people who require assistance. We may be able to make special arrangements if requested in advance. Please contact us if you need any guidance.

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On-site training options - contact admin@actonjennings.com

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Need to requalify? - We deliver First Aid at Work Requalification courses

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What are the different learning styles for this course? 

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Style of learning

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Classic learning is entirely training centre based, this course would require 3 days in the training centre.

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What topics are covered on a First Aid at Work course?

  • Adult resuscitation (CPR)*

  • Allergic reaction

  • Asthma

  • Bone, muscle and joint injuries

  • Burns and scalds

  • Chest pains

  • Choking adult

  • Communication and casualty care

  • Eye injuries

  • Fainting

  • Head injuries

  • Defibrillator prompts and how to respond (theory-based)

  • Defibrillator pad placement (theory-based)

  • Low blood sugar

  • Managing an emergency

  • Minor and severe bleeding

  • Poisons and what to do if someone has been poisoned

  • Role of the first aider (including knowledge of health and safety regulations)

  • Seizures

  • Shock

  • Spinal injuries

  • Stroke

  • Unresponsive adult​

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*You may have seen, that the Resuscitation Council UK has recently changed its guidance for adult CPR, reverting back to giving 2 rescue breaths after 30 chest compression's. This is due to the reduction in COVID-19 prevalence, thanks to the vaccination effort, and new evidence around the likelihood of catching COVID-19 from procedures, such as CPR.

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We  have looked at this information and decided that we will be following the Resuscitation Council UK and are bringing back rescue breaths for adults to our advice and teaching. 

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Assessment and certification

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Assessment

Continuous observation by the trainer and written assessments.

For those doing Blended learning, there will also be online knowledge checks.

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Certification

Successful candidates receive a certificate, valid for three years.

Emergency First Aid at Work

 

This one-day course will help you meet your regulatory requirements if your risk assessment indicates that first aid training covering emergency protocols only is sufficient for your workplace.

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Course description

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Who should attend?

This course is designed for people who want to receive training in emergency first aid. It is especially suited for nominated first aiders in smaller, low risk working environments, such as small offices. The course covers first aid protocols for adult casualties only.

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Delegates must be aged 18 or older to attend this course.

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Candidates need a basic command of English (defined as Level 2). While we are often able to provide support to people who do not have English as a first language, our ability to do so is limited by the time available and the number of people who require assistance. We may be able to make special arrangements if requested in advance. Please contact us if you need any guidance.

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On-site training options – contact admin@actonjennings.com

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How long is an Emergency First Aid at Work course?

The course lasts one day and takes place in the training centre.

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What topics are covered in an Emergency First Aid at Work course?

This course provides basic life saving first aid skills and knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations, covering:

  • Adult resuscitation (CPR)*

  • Burns and scalds

  • Choking adult

  • Communication and casualty care

  • Defibrillator prompts and how to respond (theory based)

  • Defibrillator pad placement (theory based)

  • Minor and severe bleeding

  • Role of the first aider (including knowledge of health and safety regulations)

  • Seizures

  • Shock

  • Unresponsive adult

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*You may have seen that the Resuscitation Council UK has recently changed its guidance for adult CPR, reverting back to giving 2 rescue breaths after 30 chest compressions. This is due to the reduction in COVID-19 prevalence, thanks to the vaccination effort, and new evidence around the likelihood of catching COVID-19 from procedures, such as CPR.

 

Assessment and certification

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Assessment

Continuous observation by the trainer and written assessments.

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Certification

Successful candidates receive a certificate, valid for three years.

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