Duration 2 days – 16 hrs
Overview
This 2-day hands-on training course provides participants with essential skills and knowledge in occupational first aid, basic life support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). It is designed to equip individuals with the confidence and competence to respond effectively to medical emergencies in the workplace, including injuries, trauma, cardiac arrest, and environmental hazards. Through lectures, skills demonstrations, simulations, and return demonstrations, participants will develop the necessary life-saving techniques to act as first responders during emergency situations.
Objectives
- Understand the principles of first aid and basic life support
- Respond quickly and effectively to common medical emergencies in the workplace
- Perform high-quality CPR and operate an AED properly
- Manage victims of bleeding, shock, fractures, soft tissue injuries, and poisoning
- Apply bandaging and immobilization techniques
- Demonstrate appropriate rescue and transfer techniques
- Participate in emergency evacuation procedures
- Pass both the practical and written evaluations for certification
Audience
- Occupational health and safety officers
- Emergency response team members
- HR, admin, and facility staff
- Security personnel
- Company employees designated as first aiders
- Construction and manufacturing workers
- Anyone interested in acquiring certified first aid and CPR/AED skills
Prohibited to attend the training
- No presence of COVID-19 comorbidities
- Heart Problem
- Respiratory Problem
- Immunocompromised
- Pregnant
Participants manifesting flu-like sign and symptoms as follow shall likewise be prohibited to attend the training
- Fever
- Cough
- Cold
- Sore Throat
- Any condition that is found on the participants assessment form
Pre- requisites
- None required
- Physically able to participate in practical exercises (e.g., CPR, rescue transfer)
- Basic literacy in English or Filipino (for exam and written materials)
Course Content
Day 1: Core Concepts and Emergency Response
Introduction to First Aid and Basic Life Support
- Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
- Legal and ethical considerations
Emergency Action Principles
- Scene assessment
- Activating emergency response systems
- Primary survey (ABC)
Cardiac Emergencies
- Recognizing signs and symptoms
- Immediate response actions
Airway and Respiratory Emergencies
- Airway obstruction (choking)
- Breathing difficulties and management
Skills Training
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Operation
Managing Common Emergencies
- External bleeding & shock
- Soft tissue injuries
- Bone, joint & muscle injuries
- Head & spine injuries
- Fainting
- Heat & cold-related emergencies
- Poisoning
- Evacuation emergencies
Day 2: Practical Application and Assessment
Skills Training and Practice
- Bandaging Techniques
- Immobilization Techniques
- Rescue and Transfer Techniques
Skills Return Demonstration
- Hands-on performance of learned skills
- Instructor assessment of individual competency
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Written Examination
- Final assessment of theoretical knowledge
