Farmer First Aid Course
An essential first aid for farmers training event, supported by the Ribble Valley Community Safety Partnership.
Lunch and refreshments included.
Delivered by F3A Farming & Forestry First Aid, this practical 3.5-hour course covers:
- The aims of first aid, scene safety and the role of the First Aider
- Assessing a casualty using the Primary Survey
- Recovery position for an unresponsive but breathing casualty
- CPR for an unresponsive, non-breathing casualty using current Resuscitation Council UK guidelines
- Safe use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Treatment of crush injuries, amputations, impalements and severe bleeding
The course is split into two parts:
Part 1: Basic Life Saving Skills - Patient assessment & CPR training
Part 2: Scenario Training - Role-play of common farm accidents with hands-on experience dealing with realistic farming incidents
Training is delivered by qualified healthcare professionals registered with the HCPC and experienced instructors.
Places are limited, so early booking is essential.To secure your place, please contact: laura.simpson2@lancashire.gov.uk.
Events and activities are not organised by Ribble Valley Borough Council unless stated otherwise. Neither is Ribble Valley Borough Council responsible for the event or accuracy of the information provided. If you are under 18, ask your parent/guardian before taking part in any event or activity.