First Aid for Skiers and Snowboarders

Description

The First Aid for Skiers and Snowboarders course covers the Emergency First Aid at Work 6 hour syllabus adapted for skiing and snowboarding and will prepare you with the skills to help an adult or child in a medical emergency on the slopes. The course covers choking, bleeding, asthma, dislocations and so much more.

This course does not seek to replace regulated training and a practical course is required in order to meet HSE requirements for accredited training. This course is written in clear simple English and is an excellent first aid training package for people to gain invaluable knowledge at their own time and pace.

This is a convenient and easy way for businesses requiring an Appointed Person qualification to become first aid compliant. This course is an excellent first aid training package for those with English as a second language to prepare themselves to pass a practical first aid course. The content also serves as an excellent annual refresher covering the full HSE syllabus plus head injuries, heart attack, asthma and much more. This course fulfils all the criteria for an HSE Appointed Person first aid qualification.

The course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion. You will have continuous access to the course for 12 months.

It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real life situations. If you suspect serious illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice.

The author has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within the course, however this course is merely a guide and the author does not accept any liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies or for any mistreatment or misdiagnosis of any person, however caused.

The course material has been written by Emma Hammett, qualified nurse, first aid trainer and founder of First Aid for Life in conjunction with other medical and first aid professionals. If you have any queries concerning this course, please contact emma@firstaidforlife.org.uk

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