This is an excellent course to equip learners in how to deal with Catastrophic Bleeding. You will learn, through practical application, how to apply different tourniquets, and haemostatic dressings, as well as how to pack a wound and bandage major bleeds. In addition, you will receive further practice in CPR and AED use. This 3 -hour workshop is aimed at those working in high-risk environments with a high possibility of medical incidents, such as: farming, working with heavy machinery, working in the security sector etc. It is also extremely beneficial for those living in remote areas where ambulance response times may be slow. A major bleed can quickly turn into a life-threatening situation if not dealt with appropriately. Learners must hold a valid First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work certificate to attend the course. This course can be bolted on to a First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work course. 

A range of subjects are covered including: 

• Equipment • Primary survey • Catastrophic bleeding • Haemostatic dressings • Tourniquets • Top-to-toe survey • Environmental issues • Handover to the emergency services

This course can be tailored to suit your work environment thereby making it both rewarding and relevant to participants.  Time will be spent practicing the important skills learnt, including first aid scenarios that are relevant to your specific work environment.