Safe Hands First Aid Training Ltd

10/04/2024

10/04/2024

On Friday my team, alongside members of Martyn Day MP, Fiona Hyslop MSP and Michael Matheson MSP’s teams, undertook First Aid training through Safe Hands First Aid Training Ltd

The training covered several important areas, including CPR, recovery position, burns, bandages, bleeding and anaphylaxis. Victoria is a fantastic, accredited trainer who makes the course content engaging and memorable.

The training was held at Laurieston Bowling Club. They are the only free-to-hire venue in the village capable of hosting over 100 guests, and for social event bookings are one of the few in the local area with an extensive beer garden.

A huge thank you again to Victoria at Safe Hands Training and Laurieston Bowling Club for the use of their facilities.

26/03/2023

Our next 3 day First Aid at Work course (designed for anyone in higher risk working environment such as outdoors, woking with chemicals or machinery, or working from height), runs from 12th-14th April 2023. Follow this link to find out more or book a place -

A comprehensive first aid course for individuals who wish to act as a first aider in their workplace. Covers life-threatening emergencies, injuries and illnesses in the workplace. 3 day course Certificate valid for 3 years Ofqual regulated

26/03/2023

There are still have a couple of places left on our next Emergency First Aid at Work course - Stirling, Friday 31st March 2023. This course covers all your HSE compliance for the workplace and gives you a regulated and accredited certificate which is valid for 3 years. Follow this link to find out more or book a place - https://safehandsfirstaidtraining.co.uk/catalogue/1-emergency-first-aid-at-work/

06/02/2023

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19/07/2022

With these extreme high temperatures it’s especially important to stay hydrated. Make your own rehydration solution using 1L of drinking water (or cooled, boiled water) and add 6 tsp sugar/sweetener, 1/2 tsp salt plus 50ml lemon juice. Try also substituting half the water for coconut water.

Look out for signs of heat exhaustion - headache, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, excess sweating, cramps in limbs or stomach, nausea, no appetite, excessive thirst, faster breathing or pulse, temp over 38 degrees. Kids can become drowsy and floppy.

If you suspect heat exhaustion - lay down in the shade, give/take frequent sips or fluid or rehydration solution, remove excess clothing and allow natural cooling. DO NOT sponge infants down with tepid water as they could become hypothermic.

If the person becomes dry and flushed and stops being able to sweat, you will need to call 999 and cool them rapidly by whatever means possible.

Take precautions if you’re out in the sun - make sure you have access to shade, wear a hat and sunglasses, keep your fluids up, avoid alcohol.

Remember sunburn is a radiation burn and the first aid response is the same as for any other burn - cool for at least 20 minutes under cool RUNNING water, avoid using oils, fats, lotions and potions. Seek medical attention if needed (larger than their hand, blistering, signs of heat stroke etc). Sunburn in the young and the elderly should always be checked out just in case. Once cooled you could apply a burn dressing or clingfilm to minimise risk of infection.

22/11/2021

Need to renew your First Aid at Work qualification but don't have the time to attend 2 days in the classroom? This blended course allows you to gain the same regulated qualification but complete some of the learning online in your own time which makes it a more flexible option for individuals and businesses alike. Book a place on our next scheduled course (face-to-face session 13.12.21). Follow this link to view all our latest courses - https://safehandsfirstaidtraining.co.uk/upcoming/

22/11/2021

Another busy week of training at Forth Valley Chamber of Commerce and a CPR course for Forth Physio.

10/10/2021

We all have mental health whether we’re thriving or struggling but sometimes life’s challenges can seem unbeatable. If things seem too much or you’re finding it hard to cope, even if you’re worried about someone else, take the first step and get help now: https://www.mind.org.uk/need-urgent-help/
https://giveusashout.org
https://www.samaritans.org/
https://clearyourhead.scot
https://www.mind.org.uk/need-urgent-help/using-this-tool

When you’re living with a mental health problem, or supporting someone who is, access to the right information is vital.

10/10/2021

Take the opportunity this to think about your own mental wellbeing and how you look after it. https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/how-to-mental-health

10 practical ways to look after your mental health.

09/10/2021

Support this Sunday. This year’s theme is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’. The past 18 months have been pretty hard for most of us, but for those who are facing the biggest challenges anyway, life has been even tougher.

11/09/2021

Today is World First Aid Day. HSE say as a minimum, every workplace should have a first aid kit and a person to take charge of emergency arrangements. If you're unsure about your First Aid provision there is a useful FAQ section on HSE website -https://hse.gov.uk/firstaid/faqs.htm

Why not use World First Aid Day as an opportunity to check whether your workspace is ready to go? We've got you covered - visit our website for information on updating your First Aid qualifications and what to look for when choosing a training provider.
https://safehandsfirstaidtraining.co.uk/need-to-know/

All our training is risk assessed and covid-compliant, following guidance from our regulatory body and Scottish Government. All learners are issued with their own equipment for the duration of the course and will have minimal contact with each other.

11/08/2021

Our next 1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work course is on 1st September 2021, 9.00am - 4.30pm, Arnotdale House, Falkirk.

We have a couple of places left - message / email with your contact details if interested.

info@safehandsfirstaidtraining.co.uk

11/02/2021

A couple of places left on our next '2 Day First Aid at Work Refresher' 22nd & 23rd February 2021. This course is for anyone with a full 3 Day First Aid at Work certificate who needs to requalify. Cost £170, regulated and accredited, valid 3 years. Our venues are all risk- assessed and training is Covid-secure. This is a regulated first aid qualification for the workplace and is HSE compliant. Send us a message or email if interested: info@safehandsfirstaidtraining.co.uk.

04/11/2020

How are you today? Today is National Stress Awareness Day. Check out our blog for tips and resources on managing your stress levels.

Hello, how are you today? It’s ‘National Stress Awareness Week’ this week (2nd-6th November).  Stress is your body’s way of responding to excess demand or threat. A certain amount of stress can be useful in some situations but while this reaction is normal, it can […]

16/10/2020

Proud to support

Bystander CPR saves lives but understandably people may be reluctant to help becasue of the risk of Covid. Find out how to perform Covid-safe CPR if you need to.

16/10/2020

On we’d like to remind you that is still is as important as ever. Simple skills really do save lives and with 80% of people who go into cardiac arrest being in their home or with someone they know - it really could be someone you care about. Takes 5 minutes today to ‘get hands on’ with some quick and easy online learning.
https://www.resus.org.uk/get-involved

Find out how you can support Resuscitation Council UK’s crucial work in resuscitation and CPR awareness and education.

16/10/2020

Read our latest blog on first aid for a heart emergency.

Could you tell the difference between angina, a heart attack and a cardiac arrest? Here’s a quick guide to recognising and responding to a heart emergency. Angina Angina happens when the arteries (largest blood vessels) around the heart become narrower and there is less space […]