First Aid, CPR & AED Training

Course Overview

Defensive Driving Training Ltd. also offers First Aid, CPR & AED training and certification by N.S.C. This 6hr program has been designed using extensive research and educational testing to improve skill mastery and retention over the long term.

It is taught in a dynamic and hands-on way with industry-leading curriculum and content from the leader in Occupational First Aid training. This course's certification is credited by the National Safety Council U.S.A. It is strongly recommended both for inexperienced as well previously trained individuals, and lays the foundation for upward mobility in the safety field. It is the ideal training for your fellow employees.

Course Format

The course is presented in 6 hours of classroom training (theory & practical), which utilizes:

Course work book
Video presentations
Case studies
Interactive discussions
Quizzes
Multimedia presentations

A short multiple-choice assessment is completed before certification at the end of the training session.

Certification & Materials

Participants would receive the following:

Internationally recognized U.S. certification by N.S.C. in both First Aid, CPR & AED
N.S.C. First Aid, CPR & AED workbook
N.S.C. First Aid, CPR & AED quick guide manual, and instructional D.V.D.
N.S.C. First Aid Training Packet
First Aid Training Package which includes (1) 40-in. triangular bandage, (2) 4-in x 4-in gauze pads, (1) pair of gloves and (1) rolled gauze bandage

Certification Validity

First Aid certification valid for two (2) years
CPR and AED certification valid for two (2) years

Course Objectives

LESSON 1 - Emergency Response Basics

State how your actions can make a difference to a victim of injury or sudden illness
List the goals of helping a victim in an emergency
Identify how to contact Emergency Medical Services
List ways to be prepared in case of an emergency
Describe when consent is needed for helping a victim
List 6 steps to take in all emergencies
Describe when to call 811 and what information to give

LESSON 2 - Safety & Protection

List standard precautions you can take to prevent the transmission of disease
Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect yourself from infection
Demonstrate how to remove medical exam gloves

LESSON 3 - Assessment Skills

Describe how to perform the initial assessment of victim
Demonstrate how to check the victim for life-threatening problems
List the victim's history information to obtain
Describe how to perform a physical examination

LESSON 4 - Recovery Position

Identify the purpose of the recovery position
Demonstrate how to put an unresponsive breathing adult in the recovery position

LESSON 5 - Bleeding Control

Demonstrate how to control bleeding with direct pressure
Demonstrate how to apply pressure bandage
Explain when and how to use a tourniquet for severe bleeding
Describe how to clean and dress a minor wound
List signs and symptoms of wound infection
Identify when to seek medical attention for a wound
State when a tetanus booster is needed
Identify the care needed for different types of injuries
Describe the care for internal bleeding

LESSON 6 - Shock Management

List the causes of shock
Identify the signs and symptoms of shock
Describe the first aid for shock
Demonstrate how to put a victim in the shock position

LESSON 7 - Burn Care

Differentiate among first-, second and third-degree burns
Explain first aid for first-, second- and third-degree heat burns
Explain first aid for chemical burns
Identify first aid for electrical burns and shock

LESSON 8 - Bone & Joint Injuries

Demonstrate how to apply an elastic bandage
Identify first aid for types of bone, joint and muscle injuries
Explain how to use rest, ice, compression and elevation (RICE) for an injury
Describe different types of splints
Identify when it is appropriate to splint

LESSON 9 - Head & Spinal Injuries

Identify situations when a spinal injury is possible
Demonstrate spinal motion restriction for spinal injuries
Describe first aid for skull fractures
Describe first aid for general head wounds
Describe first aid for concussion

LESSON 10 - Sudden Illness

Describe the general signs and symptoms of sudden illness
List the general steps of first aid for sudden illness
Describe the signs and symptoms of a heart attack
List the general steps of first aid for a heart attack
Identify the first aid steps for some types of sudden illness

LESSON 11 - Poisoning & Bites

Decide when to call the Poison Control Center or 811 in case of poisoning
Identify first aid steps for victims of swallowed poison
Identify first aid steps for victims of inhaled poison
In industry settings, state the importance of gathering information on the location and effects of chemicals, the safety data sheets (SDSs) and other chemical emergency information, and the location of antidote supplies
Identify the steps of first aid for a victim with types of bites or sting
Determine the first aid for a victim of poison ivy, oak or sumac
List the causes of a severe allergic reaction
Describe first aid for opioid drug overdose
Demonstrate how to use an auto-injector to administer a life-saving medication

LESSON 12 - Environmental Emergencies

Describe the signs of a cold emergency
Describe the signs of a heat emergency
Identify the first aid for types of cold and heat emergencies
Describe what to do when a victim needs to be rescued from a dangerous situation
Describe what to do when multiple victims need first aid
Identify situations in which it is acceptable to move a victim
Describe how to move a victim when necessary

LESSON 13 - CPR & AED

Recognize when cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) are needed
Identify the links in the cardiac chain of survival
State when CPR is needed
Identify when and how rescue breaths are given along with chest compressions
Explain the importance of using a barrier device for rescue breaths
State when CPR can stop
Identify when and how hands-Only CPR (Compressions-only) can be given
Demonstrate how to give CPR to an adult, child and infant using the correct rate and depth of chest compressions
Identify when and how to use an AED
Demonstrate how to use an AED on an adult, child and infant

LESSON 14 - Choking Care

Identify correct choking care for a responsive adult, child or infant with a partially obstructed airway who can cough
Describe how to give abdominal thrust to a responsive, choking adult or child
Identify correct care for a choking victim who becomes unresponsive
Demonstrate how to provide choking care for a responsive adult or child

Benefits of First Aid Training

Life-Saving Skills

Learn essential skills that can save lives in emergency situations at work, home, or in public.

Career Advancement

Lays the foundation for upward mobility in the safety field and enhances your professional qualifications.

Workplace Safety

Ideal training for employees to ensure workplace safety and compliance with health and safety regulations.

International Recognition

Internationally recognized U.S. certification by the National Safety Council USA.