AED Awareness Training

Course Aim

To equip delegates with the knowledge and practical skills to recognise cardiac arrest, administer effective CPR, and safely use an AED in line with workplace emergency procedures and legal requirements.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for all employees, especially those with first aid responsibilities or working in environments where an AED is provided for emergency use, including offices, construction sites, retail environments, schools, and public spaces.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:

• Understand the importance of early defibrillation in improving survival rates following cardiac arrest.
• Recognise the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest and understand when and how to call for emergency medical help.
• Demonstrate the correct procedure for performing basic life support (BLS), including adult CPR techniques (compressions and rescue breaths).
• Gain confidence in the safe and effective operation of an AED, including:
• Switching the AED on and following voice prompts.
• Correct placement of AED pads.
• Ensuring safety of the casualty and bystanders during defibrillation.
• Understand the importance of safety checks and precautions when using an AED.
• Learn post-use procedures, including:
• Incident reporting requirements.
• Equipment checks and maintenance after use.
• Supporting the casualty until emergency services arrive.
• Develop an understanding of workplace responsibilities for maintaining AED units, including storage, servicing, and ensuring accessibility.

Duration: Half Day

Certification: Successful candidates receive a certificate, valid for three years