First Aid Automated External Defibrillation
Overview
Personal safety; Assessing the incident; Prioritises: DRAB check and sending for help; Unconscious casualty; Breathing and circulation; Resuscitation: Adults; Chain of survival; Introduction to the machine, Practical use of machine & application of pads; Voice prompts and appropriate responses; CPR & use of AED on casualty; General guidelines for using a defibrillator; Protocols and candidate practice; Special circumstances; Hand over to emergency services; Practical exercises
Duration
2-3 Hours
Maximum Number
8 People
Suitable For
Anyone who wishes to learn how to perform basic life support and use an automated external defibrillator
Pre-Requisites
None
Aims
To enable the candidate to respond in emergency situations involving the use of basic life support and automated external defibrillator
Teaching Methods
Classroom (PowerPoint, Handouts, Videos, Written Question Paper) Practical (Demonstrations, Hands On, Assessment of Competence)
Accreditation Options
Outcomes
In house Certification















