AED (Defibrillator) Awareness
Using an automated external defibrillator should be simple, however our training courses give the learners greater confidence to act quickly in an emergency.
AED (Defibrillator) Awareness Training Courses
This 2-hour Emergency AED Awareness training course can be run at your premises in Leeds, Bradford or anywhere across Yorkshire. It is designed to give all learners greater confidence in using a defibrillator in an emergency situation.
This training is part of the syllabus in all of our first aid at work and paediatric training courses, however, businesses would be prudent to ensure that every member of their staff knew how to use a defibrillator. It is an essential life skill.
Course Contents
- How to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- How to use an automated external defibrillator.
- Where to find your local CPADs (Community Public Access Defibrillators).
- How to access AEDs in an emergency.
How to Book
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Duration
2 hours
Timings
Flexible delivery to suit the workplace
Typically delivered as a short session (morning or afternoon)
Qualification
AED (Defibrillator) Awareness Certificate
Non-regulated, awareness-level training
Requirements
No prior first aid experience required
Suitable for all staff members
Workplace Risk
Suitable for all workplace environments
Particularly valuable in workplaces with higher footfall or increased risk of cardiac incidents
Supports emergency response where a defibrillator is available onsite or nearby
Ideal Audience
All employees
Workplace first aiders
Businesses with an onsite AED
Community groups and organisations
Course Content
Covers key life-saving skills including:
- CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
- Safe and effective use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- How to locate local Community Public Access Defibrillators (CPADs)
- How to access and use an AED in an emergency
Includes practical, hands-on training to build confidence
Reinforces the importance of early intervention in cardiac arrest
Statutory Compliance:
Supports workplace readiness, though not a standalone statutory requirement under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
Location
Our AED (Defibrillator) Awareness Training Course can be held either at your location or at our training centre.
For 3 or more learners we can also come to your venue.
If you have a smaller team then we can hold the day at our Leeds training centre at Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, Pudsey, conveniently located just off the ring road between Bradford and Leeds.