Forestry First Aid Update
Accreditation: SCJ Training Course (based on Forestry Commission Guidance) | Duration: Half Day
Course Description
This Forestry First Aid qualification is based on the Forestry Commission Guidance for those working with chainsaws, and is delivered in addition to either an Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualification. It is designed for those who work in remote areas with potentially dangerous machinery, including chainsaws and forestry equipment, who may need to provide first aid care to themselves or others in an emergency. Topics covered include: emergency planning in a forestry context; Lyme disease; electrocution including options in the event of a power line strike; crush injuries; hypothermia and hyperthermia; and catastrophic bleeding including an overview of tourniquets, emergency haemorrhage control bandages and haemostatic products. Assessment: Practical skills are assessed during the course. Certificates are valid for 3 years. A course tailored to your specific industry risk assessment can be arranged – please contact us to discuss your requirements. This first aid update can also be added to the EFAW or FAW courses and done at the same time.
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