Emergency First Aid at Work +F

INTRODUCTION

Stay safe in the forest with this dedicated first aid training course.

OVERVIEW

If you work as part of a team in a forest setting, you’ll know there are specific dangers to look out for. In the event of an emergency, you will need the necessary skills and training to keep you and your colleagues safe.

THE FINER DETAILS

This is a full day course where you’ll learn the theory and practical skills to perform first aid until the medical professionals take over. This course builds on the required skills, knowledge and understanding from Emergency First Aid at Work to give you the critical breadth and depth you need in the Forestry industry. At the end of the course you’ll get a certificate of training in Emergency First Aid at Work +F.  Our course has been developed to comply with the Forestry Commission +F as per the First Aid at Work – Forestry Commission Policy and in consultation with Forestry Industry Safety Accord (FISA).

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is aimed at those who work in the forestry industry and need to learn how to respond to hazards and injuries that commonly occur in a forest setting.

WHAT WILL BE COVERED

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

• Recognise the common risks to forestry workers and administer first aid accordingly
• Contribute to and respond according to emergency response plans