First Aid & AED Training Course

The Real Cost of Delayed Emergency Response
• Common workplace accidents and sudden medical emergencies
• Consequences of delayed first aid intervention
• The importance of early CPR and AED use during cardiac arrest
• Business disruption, absenteeism, and legal exposure
• Lessons learned from real workplace incidents

Understanding the Role of the Workplace First Aider
• Responsibilities during workplace emergencies
• Protecting yourself and others at the scene
• Assessing risks before providing assistance
• Activating Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Effective communication during emergency situations

Casualty Assessment & Emergency Response
• Primary Survey (DRSABCDE approach)
• Casualty assessment techniques
• Monitoring casualty condition
• Infection prevention and control
• Recovery position and ongoing casualty care

CPR & Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Adult CPR techniques
• Safe operation of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Early defibrillation and survival outcomes
• Practical AED demonstrations and exercises
• Building confidence through realistic emergency scenarios

Managing Common Workplace Emergencies
• Choking management
• Severe bleeding control
• Burns and scalds
• Fractures and soft tissue injuries
• Shock management
• Medical emergencies including heart attack, stroke, asthma, seizures, diabetes, and allergic reactions

Practical First Aid Skills
• Bandaging and wound management
• Practical CPR and AED assessments
• Casualty handling techniques
• Workplace emergency simulations
• Instructor-led coaching and competency development

Organisational Responsibility & Safety Culture

• Employer and employee responsibilities
• Maintaining effective workplace emergency arrangements
• Reporting incidents and learning from emergencies
• Supporting organisational resilience
• Promoting a proactive safety culture

First Aid & AED Skills as an Ongoing Risk Management Activity
• Maintaining practical competence
• Regular refresher training and emergency drills
• Reviewing workplace emergency procedures
• Continuous improvement in emergency preparedness
• Embedding life-saving skills throughout the organisation

This course is suitable for individuals responsible for responding to workplace medical emergencies, including:

• Designated Workplace First Aiders
• Health & Safety Officers
• EHS Managers
• Supervisors and Team Leaders
• Facilities Managers
• HR Managers & HR Business Partners
• Emergency Response Team Members
• Security Personnel
• Hospitality Staff
• Manufacturing and Production Employees
• Construction Workers
• Office Employees
• Education and Childcare Personnel

No previous first aid experience is required.

Risk Management
Immediate first aid and early AED intervention can significantly improve survival rates, reduce the severity of injuries, and minimise the impact of workplace medical emergencies.

Legal Responsibility
Employers must assess workplace first aid requirements and ensure suitable first aid arrangements, equipment, and trained personnel are available.

Compliance
Training supports organisational responsibilities under Irish health and safety legislation while helping organisations maintain effective emergency preparedness.

Organisational Preparedness
Competent first aiders improve emergency response capability, increase employee confidence, and contribute to a safer working environment.

Participants will:

• Understand the role of a workplace first aider
• Carry out structured casualty assessments
• Perform effective CPR techniques
• Safely operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Respond to common workplace injuries and medical emergencies
• Manage casualties until professional medical assistance arrives
• Support workplace emergency preparedness and organisational compliance

Instructor-led practical training.

Includes:

• CPR practical exercises
• AED demonstrations
• Emergency response scenarios
• Hands-on first aid guidance
• Interactive workplace discussions

Delivered:

• Onsite at client premises, or
• Online Webinar

The course focuses on practical emergency response competence and workplace readiness.

This training supports employer obligations under:

• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 – Part 7: First Aid

Irish legislation requires employers to:

• Provide appropriate first aid equipment and facilities
• Ensure suitable emergency response arrangements are in place
• Provide trained personnel where required
• Maintain procedures for workplace medical emergencies

Samson Training delivers practical First Aid and AED training designed to strengthen workplace emergency response and reduce organisational risk.

Our approach emphasises:

• Practical hands-on learning
• Real workplace emergency scenarios
• CPR and AED competence development
• Experienced instructors with industry expertise
• Interactive coaching and continuous feedback
• Professional, engaging course delivery

We position First Aid and AED training as an essential component of workplace risk management, helping organisations improve emergency preparedness, protect their people, and support compliance.

Who should attend the First Aid & AED Training Course?
The course is suitable for employees nominated to respond to workplace emergencies, Health & Safety personnel, supervisors, managers, emergency response teams, and anyone wishing to develop life-saving first aid and AED skills.

Do I need previous first aid experience?
No. This course is suitable for beginners and those wishing to develop practical workplace first aid and AED skills.

Does the course include practical AED training?
Yes. Participants receive practical instruction in CPR and the safe operation of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Can the course be delivered onsite?
Yes. Samson Training delivers First Aid & AED training onsite throughout Ireland or at designated training venues.

Is this course suitable for all industries?
Yes. The course is suitable for manufacturing, construction, offices, healthcare, hospitality, education, logistics, retail, food production, pharmaceutical, and public sector organisations.