Who is it for?
Workplace candidates who wish to be trained in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) machine
and do have a current first aid certificate. We also offer an
AED course for those who do not have first aid certificate.
Length
2 hours
Time
On request
Course content includes:
- Recap of personal safety
- Assessing the incident and patient
- DRABC check and sending for help
- Defibrillation (recognition of heart rhythms)
- CPR and use of AED on a casualty
- General guidelines for using a defibrillator
- Recording of information (sample report form)
- Handover to the emergency services
Qualification
AED certificate, valid for 1 year.
Pre-requisites
Candidates must be physically able to carry out the procedures detailed in the course outline and must attend all sessions to be eligible for assessment.
Notes
Candidates must hold a valid first aid certificate and be competent in CPR skills.