Assessing an emergency situation

• How to assess a scene safely
• Identifying hazards and protecting yourself and others
• Assessing levels of consciousness using AVPU/ACVPU
• Conducting a Primary Survey (DR ABC)
• Knowing when and how to call for emergency assistance

CPR and AED use

• Recognising cardiac arrest
• Adult CPR techniques
• Practical CPR training using manikins
• Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• AED pad placement and operation
• When CPR should be started and stopped
• Understanding the importance of early defibrillation

Recovery position

• Conducting a Secondary Survey
• Placing a casualty into the recovery position
• Monitoring breathing and ongoing casualty care
• Managing unconscious casualties who are breathing normally

Choking emergencies

• Recognising partial and complete airway obstruction
• Managing choking casualties safely
• Back blows and abdominal thrusts
• Practical choking management exercises using training equipment

Paediatric BLS option

Covers the same core life-saving principles but focuses on the management of infants and children:

• Paediatric CPR techniques
• Infant and child airway management
• Paediatric recovery position
• Infant and child choking treatment
• Differences between adult and paediatric resuscitation
• AED use in children and infants where appropriate

Anaphylaxis and Adrenaline Auto-Injector training

• Recognising the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis
• Common causes of severe allergic reactions
• Emergency treatment priorities
• Safe use of Adrenaline Auto-Injectors (AAIs), including EpiPen, Jext and Emerade training devices
• Monitoring and ongoing care while awaiting emergency medical assistance

This training is incorporated into all Adult and Paediatric BLS courses and reflects current best practice for managing life-threatening allergic reactions.