Catastrophic Bleeds Course

1 Day - CPD Accredited Course

Catastrophic Bleeds Course – Overview

Catastrophic Bleeds Course – A basic knowledge of First Aid will not enable you to deal effectively with a traumatic, catastrophic bleed. Catastrophic bleeding is life-threatening and can kill in minutes, so having a fast and effective method of stopping bleeding is a must have skill. This course will equip the user with the necessary skills, knowledge and expertise on how to apply a Tourniquet (CAT, MAT, and SOFT T) and Haemostatic dressings (Celox/Quick Clot) in the event of an emergency. This course is accredited by the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) accreditation group.


RQF	Yes (Ofqual Regulated)
Level	CPD Certificate, accredited by the CPD accreditation group
Certificate Validity	1 year
Duration	1 day
Prerequisites	None
Assessment	The course Instructor is responsible for determining whether delegates pass or fail based on practical and oral assessment throughout the course, i.e. by observation and oral questioning, as well as the completion of a multiple-choice question paper at the end of the course. The Instructor will only award a pass if they believe that delegates have displayed the requisite understanding and competencies at the end of each session throughout the course and successfully completed the question paper.

Catastrophic Bleeds Course – What You Will Learn

The role of the First Aider
Health and safety (First Aid) regulations
Managing an emergency
Communication and casualty care
Accident recording and reporting
Changes to the guidelines

Recognising a catastrophic external bleed
Controlling a catastrophic external bleed
Catastrophic external bleed control measures
Casualty aftercare
Use of tourniquets (CAT/MAT/SOFT T)
Use of haemostatic products (Celox/Quick Clot)

The syllabus for this course meets the HSE and Resuscitation Council (UK) training recommendations the treatment of Traumatic Injuries: Control of bleeding; Haemostatic dressings; Use of a tourniquet.

Catastrophic Bleeds Course – Location + Duration

This course can be run in-house, or at a location of your choice for up to 12 delegates.

The HSE recommend at least 6 training contact hours for this course, which can be delivered in 1 day, or broken down into individual days/evenings to suit you.

Delegates must attend all sessions to be eligible for assessment, which is done by continuous observation and questioning during the course.

Who Should Attend?

The Catastrophic Bleeds course is targeted at First Aiders in all outdoor and remote activities, as well as those who work in high risk environments, such as: Construction; Equestrian; Agricultural; Saw Mills; Forestry; Tree Surgery; Farming; Game Shooting; Gun Clubs; Security et al.

Catastrophic Bleeds Qualification

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Catastrophic Bleeds CDP Certificate, which is valid for one year. This course is Regulated by Ofqual under their Regulated Quality Framework (RQF) and accredited by the FAA.

Cost

Our prices are hard to beat and we always work with you to ensure that you get the best training for your budget.

Give us a call (01865 664 999) today, or complete the quote request below and we will let you know what value we can add.

Advanced First Aid Courses

The following courses can be added to your Catastrophic Bleeds course to maximise the value and cost-effectiveness of your training:

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Our Courses

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This course covers everything you need to know on helping a sick, injured or ill child, prior to the arrival of the emergency services… more >

Annual Refresher Training

Employers are legally required to ensure their First Aiders are competent and maintain their skills throughout the three years in which their certificates are valid. This refresher training should be provided in the years when a First Aider is not initially qualifying or re-qualifying… more >

FAW Re-qualification

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CPR + AED (Defibrillation)

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Catastrophic Bleeds

Catastrophic bleeding is life-threatening and can kill in minutes, so having a fast and effective method of stopping bleeding is a must have skill. This course will equip the user with the necessary skills, knowledge and expertise on how to apply a Tourniquet (CAT, MAT, and SOFT T) and Haemostatic dressings (Celox/Quick Clot) in the event of an emergency… more >

Oxygen Therapy Admin

The Level 3 (RQF) Award in Oxygen Therapy Administration enables users to administer oxygen safely and effectively for casualties with breathing difficulties. Delegates will learn how and when to administer oxygen to a casualty and the safety concerns with carrying, storing and administering it… more >

Management of Anaphylaxis

The Level 3 (RQF) Award in Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis (EpiPen) qualification is designed to provide the necessary skills to manage casualties with anaphylaxis and ultimately performing effective basic life support if required until emergency assistance arrives… more >

Trainer Quality

All our trainers are qualified Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Assessors, meeting the First Aid Awarding Organisation Forum’s Assessment Principles for First Aid… more >

“Unfortunately in Farming, you do see these sorts of injuries. Now I know how to deal with them”

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A comprehensive fully illustrated training book to supplement the Catastrophic Bleed course is included in your training pack.

Regulated by Ofqual

Under their Regulated Quality Framework (RQF) and accredited by the FAA and FutureQuals.

Bespoke Courses to Suit You

We assess your needs and put together bespoke mixes of courses to best meet them. Delivered in-house, or at a location of your choice.

Costs You Will Like

We package as much training into the most cost-effective solution for you, aiming to beat any written quote.

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