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The Emergency First Aid at Work Awareness Course is ideal for businesses, especially in low-risk environments. This course covers all the core competencies outlined by the HSE, making it an acceptable workplace first aid course.

Completing this course allows you to be an appointed first aider in the low-risk workplace. It meets HSE workplace first aid requirements and aligns with the latest UK Resuscitation Council guidelines.

Event details:

Date: Tuesday 21st October 2025

Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm

Location: Ongar Business Centre, The Gables, Fyfield Rd, Ongar CM5 0GA

The course covers:

1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider

a. Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider

b. Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others

c. Identify the need for consent to provide first aid

2. Be able to assess an incident

a. Conduct a scene survey

b. Conduct a primary survey of a casualty

c. Summon appropriate assistance when necessary

3. Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty

a. Identify when to administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

b. Demonstrate CPR using a manikin (including the use of an AED device)

c. Justify when to place a casualty into the recovery position

d. Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position

e. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure

4. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking

a. Identify when choking is: - mild-severe

b. Demonstrate how to administer first aid to a casualty who is choking

5. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding

a. Identify the severity of external bleeding

b. Demonstrate control of external bleeding

6. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock

a. Recognise a casualty who is suffering from shock

b. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock

7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries

a. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with: small cuts, grazes, bruises, small splinters

b. Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds

Everyone who attends will receive a certificate and a first aid textbook.

About the host: David Hewitt, East Saxon Training

Founded founded by David Hewitt in 2020, East Saxon Training provides bespoke, engaging training and consultancy services across Essex, East Anglia, and surrounding areas. With over 30 years of management experience in healthcare, construction, and the charity sector, David delivers practical, memorable courses in areas such as first aid, fire safety, mental health awareness, and team development. Known for his clear, relatable, and confidence-building approach, David’s training goes beyond compliance, combining real-world insight with humour and interactive learning. He also volunteers with the Samaritans, reflecting his strong commitment to wellbeing and community support.

Find out more about David and East Saxon Training: https://www.eastsaxontraining.com/

This workshop is provided courtesy of Backing Essex Business. Fully-funded by Essex County Council and delivered by Let’s Do Business Group. Backing Essex Business (Formerly Back to Business Essex) is here to support business growth across the county, promoting economic growth and creating jobs, by providing free business support, access to finance and training.

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