| First Aid courses for the Outdoors from PawPrint Medical | |||
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| Basic - Emergency - HSE 'at work' - Advanced - Expedition - Wilderness First Responder - Custom - about REC - about ME - where & when | |||
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level 1 | Basic First Aid A one day practical course focusing on first responder skills - the skills required to deal with a life-threatening incident when an experienced first aider is not available. The course involves plenty of hands-on practice including outdoor scenarios. [dates, prices and booking available here...] |
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| level 2 | Emergency First Aid A two day course which is recognised by the MLTB, BCU, RYA and other outdoor governing bodies. On this course we focus on dealing with incidents far from medical help with the minimal equipment you would carry while participating in or leading outdoor activities. Again the emphasis is on practical skills with plenty of hands-on practice including lots of outdoor scenarios. This course can be tailored to the requirements of special interest groups, for example climbers, mountain leaders, paddlesports instructors or divemasters. [dates, prices and booking available here...] |
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| level 3 | HSE Standard First Aid at Work This four day course is suitable for those requiring full Health and Safety Executive first aid training for the workplace and covers the HSE syllabus for first aiders at work according to the 1981 and 1997 regulations. This course trains the first aider to manage an incident until professional medical care arrives. Covering all the topics outlined for level 2, the subjects are explored in more depth, with an emphasis on gaining a good understanding of the fundamental principles. This course also covers the legal aspects of first aid including liability, recording accidents, RIDDOR, and first aid at work regulations. A two day refresher course for the HSE Standard First Aid at Work is also available. [dates, prices and booking available here...] |
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| level 4 | Advanced First Aid This two day course is designed for those working in remote areas. The focus is on consolidating the basics before building in advanced techniques such as airway management and cervical spine stabilisation. On this course we will discuss and practise the use of airway devices, suction, C-spine collars, blood pressure monitoring, fluid replacement therapy and oxygen therapy. We will discuss issues related to triage and managing complex incidents. We will also cover any topics requested by course participants such as high altitude medicine or dive medicine. By the end of the course the Advanced first aider will feel confident in controlling situations and instructing basic first aiders. [dates, prices and booking available here...] |
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| level 5 | Expedition First Aid This course is designed for expedition leaders or medics working in remote locations. The course explores complex topics involved with emergency care in the wilderness and requires a good pre-existing level of knowledge (REC level 4 or equivalent). Topics covered include extended care and monitoring, strategies for prolonged evacuation, psychological illness and care, altitude related illness, tropical diseases, gastrological disease and managing pre-existing illnesses. [dates, prices and booking available here...] |
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| WFR | Wilderness First Responder The First Responder certificate is growing in reputation as a global standard in training. This intensive 6 day Wilderness First Responder course takes the First Responder syllabus and applies it to remote situations where evacuation may be protracted and complex. The WFR course focuses on extending practitioners' basic knowledge of first aid through lectures (containing theory and practical sessions) and scenarios in which the techniques are applied. Treatment plans are concept-based to allow practitioners to apply them in diverse situations.
Practitioners are encouraged to gather data to enable an on-line doctor to make a diagnosis and direct basic treatment. The course develops the ability to gather and communicate medical and scene information and focuses on the following core competencies:
The course is designed for practitioners working in remote locations, for those with support from another more experienced medic or online support from a doctor. Practitioners have included Mountain Rescue teams, remote exploration team members and expedition leaders.
In order to attend the WFR course, students should hold an Advanced First Aid Certificate (such as the REC level 4) or equivalent and have outdoor experience.
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| custom made courses | Custom Made First Aid Our custom made courses can be focussed according to your requirements, and can include first aid, travel health or a combination of topics. Previous client groups have included: • ecologists working on remote sites throughout the Scottish Highlands
Custom made courses can be fully certified and certification will usually last two years. We provide a comprehensive course manual, and all courses are delivered by a fully qualified Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician who is also an active Winter and International Mountain Leader and Climbing Instructor. We provide courses for staff or customers of our client companies. Prices start from about £300 for a group of 12 people, but our quotes are always individually generated. If you would like to discuss your requirements please don't hesitate to contact us or fill in this enquiry form. |
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about REC | Rescue Emergency Care is a nationally recognised first aid training scheme, developed in Scotland by Dr Bob Phillips and Professor G Page. The scheme is popular throughout the UK due to a progressive practical approach which makes learning first aid lively, enjoyable, relevant and extremely valuable.
Courses are delivered by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) approved registered trainers, who follow an approved HSE training programme which includes the latest UK and European guidelines. Successful completion of the course will gain the participant a REC certificate which is valid for 3 years. |
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about ME | Medical Expertise is an organisation specialising in pre-hospital care training for rural and remote groups. Based in Berkshire, ME provides many excellent courses (including REC courses) both in the South West and further afield. ME has an extensive corporate client base and provides training for diverse client needs worldwide. PawPrint Medical is proud to have a close association with ME, and we have no hesitation in recommending any of ME's courses to our clients. Visit ME's website at www.medical-expertise.co.uk. | |
| where and when? | We provide courses at your workplace, club or local centre, or in locations around the UK (including Inverness, Glasgow, Windermere and Stamford) for individuals wanting to book onto a public course. To find out where your nearest course is, or to arrange a course please contact us. | ||