First Aid News from Safety 1st

First Aid Training Continues

Following the Government uplifting on restrictions and in line with our awarding bodies Safety 1st are now able to deliver first aid training at your venue - following all safety protocols outlined by the Resuscitation Council UK and our awarding bodies. Our trainers will also adapt the training where necessary to ensure that any possible contamination is reduced by allowing alternative methods such as compression only CPR for example. Please contact us for further information.

Covid-19 First Aid Training for Keyworkers

Due to the spread of COVID-19 and the restrictions put in place Safety 1st have ceased all but essential face-to-face training. We are continuing to support our frontline keyworkers and where requested we can provide vital first aid training at your venue. Additional precautions are put in place. More information to follow.

Proposed changes to HSE approval - Lofstedt Review

The process of implementing the Lofstedt recommendations is proceeding steadily. HSE anticipates the publication of a public consultation document, focussing on (amendments to/changes to) the Approved Code of Practice.
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New First Aid Kit

There is now a new standard for the contents of a workplace First Aid Kit BS-8599 (effective from 30th June 2011). Employers will need to carry out a first aid assessment in order to satisfy their requirements.
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Compression only CPR

Compression only (hands-only resuscitation) CPR is a technique that involves chest compressions without artificial respiration.
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Update to Resuscitation Guidelines October 2010

European Resuscitation Council and the Resuscitation Council (UK) jointly pulished the new Resuscitation Guidelines 2010.
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