First Aid Awareness for Construction Sites

This course provides comprehensive training on first aid awareness within construction site environments, focusing on the practical skills and knowledge required to respond effectively to workplace emergencies. Learners will explore key topics including hazard identification, legal responsibilities, emergency response protocols, Basic Life Support, CPR, and the management of injuries such as bleeding, fractures, burns, and head trauma. The course also emphasises the importance of timely intervention, proper reporting procedures, and maintaining a safe working environment. Designed in line with UK workplace safety expectations, this course supports individuals in developing confidence and competence to handle real life emergency situations on site.

Module 1: Construction Site First Aid Readiness and Responsibilities

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Identify high risk hazards on construction sites
• Understand UK legal requirements for workplace safety
• Recognise employer and worker responsibilities
• Explain the importance of first aid readiness
• Understand risks associated with delayed response

Module 2: DRABC Emergency Response Protocol in First Aid

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Understand the DRABC emergency response steps
• Ensure scene safety before providing aid
• Assess responsiveness and consciousness
• Check airway and breathing effectively
• Evaluate circulation and act accordingly

Module 3: Basic Life Support and CPR Core Skills

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Perform high quality chest compressions
• Understand rescue breathing techniques
• Use an AED safely and effectively
• Recognise cardiac arrest situations
• Apply CPR in emergency scenarios

Module 4: Hemorrhage and Shock Emergency Response

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Identify external and internal bleeding
• Apply pressure to control blood loss
• Recognise signs of shock
• Understand consequences of inaction
• Provide immediate stabilisation support

Module 5: Fractures and Crush Injuries Emergency Management

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Recognise signs of fractures and injuries
• Apply proper immobilisation techniques
• Identify crush injury risks
• Understand complications of improper handling
• Respond effectively to minimise further harm

Module 6: Workplace Electrical and Thermal Burns Management

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Identify types of burns including electrical and thermal
• Understand causes of workplace burn injuries
• Recognise hazards such as live wires
• Assess burn severity
• Apply appropriate first aid treatment

Module 7: Head Trauma Recognition and Emergency Response

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Identify signs of concussion
• Monitor physical and cognitive symptoms
• Apply the recovery position safely
• Understand risks of minor head injuries
• Follow correct reporting procedures

Module 8: Construction Site Incident Reporting and Response

By the end of this module, learners will be able to learn:

• Understand importance of incident reporting
• Identify risks of unreported incidents
• Document incidents effectively
• Recognise patterns to prevent hazards
• Improve safety through structured response systems