Course Objectives:

Basic Life Support:

Participants will learn how to provide basic life support, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in emergency situations.

Understanding Emergency Medical Conditions:

The course will cover recognizing and responding to common emergency medical conditions, such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, allergic reactions, and respiratory distress.

Wound Care and Injury Management:

Participants will learn wound care techniques, including controlling bleeding, bandaging, and managing fractures or sprains before professional medical help arrives.

Choking and Airway Obstruction:

Instruction on identifying and responding to choking and airway obstruction incidents, including techniques for relieving airway blockages in adults and infants.

Emergency Scene Management:

Strategies for assessing an emergency scene, prioritizing care, and coordinating effectively with emergency medical services (EMS) will be covered.

Course Content:

Introduction to Emergency First Aid:

Understanding the importance of immediate response and the role of a first aider in emergency situations.

Basic Life Support (BLS):

Techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), clearing airway obstructions, and using an AED in cases of sudden cardiac arrest.

Medical Emergencies:

Recognizing and responding to medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, diabetic emergencies, and allergic reactions.

Trauma and Injury Management:

Assessing and managing injuries including wounds, bleeding, fractures, sprains, and strains until professional medical help arrives.

Choking and Airway Obstruction:

Identifying and providing immediate care for choking victims.

Emergency Scene Management:

Proper assessment of emergency scenes, prioritization of care, and effective communication with emergency services.

Duration:

The course is typically conducted over a period of 8 hour class, including theoretical lessons, practical demonstrations, and hands-on practice.

Who Should Attend:

The Emergency First Aid Fundamentals course is ideal for individuals who wish to learn basic first aid skills for personal knowledge, both on and off the range or as an initial step towards a more comprehensive medical training program.

Conclusion:

This course serves as a foundational step in building essential first aid skills and knowledge. Participants will leave equipped with the confidence and ability to provide immediate and effective assistance in various emergency scenarios.