HSE Offshore First Aid & Advanced First Aid Techniques Offshore

This HSE approved training programme is designed to meet the initial requirements for Offshore First Aiders as defined by the Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (First Aid) Regulations. The course is appropriate for personnel who will be designated First Aiders on Offshore installations. This additional elements of this course are designed for established First Aiders to achieve competence in advanced principles and techniques of Airway and Fluids management, and is suitable for personnel who require training to be able to provide advanced assistance to the Rig Medic.

There are no pre requisites for attending this training programme.

The course consists of classroom theory and practical exercise modules in first aid, and culminating in assessment by oral and practical examination of delegates against the required training outcomes

On completion of the course delegates will have knowledge and will be able to: Offshore First Aid: Offshore legislation and regulations. Apply Basic life support procedures and use and maintenance of oxygen equipment and Automatic defibrillators Control bleeding and manage the unconscious patient Recognise and treat shock, hypothermia, and immersion Recognise and treat minor illness Know of poisons encountered offshore Treat injuries, burns, scalds and inhalation of hot gases and smoke Explain correct personal hygiene requirements in the treatment of wounds Dress and immobilise injured parts and perform follow-up treatment, i.e. redressing Demonstrate correct transport techniques of the sick and injured, including helicopter transport and patient management during flight. Identify and be familiar with the contents of first aid boxes and their proper use Effectively communicate and delegate activity during an emergency Perform simple record keeping functions. Identification and safe use of Entinox Advanced First Aid Techniques Offshore: Causes of interruption to fluid balance Situations requiring fluid replacement Preparation of fluid replacement apparatus Management of fluid replacement Preparation of Advanced airway management equipment Advanced Airway Management Measuring and recording of vital signs