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Learn the Essentials of First Aid as a player, coach or suppoter, and prepare yourself to deal with First Aid Emergencies.

CPD Certified Training Approved by Skills for Care

The Emergency First Aid at Work 7 Hour Level 3 for Rugby Clubs (VTQ) course, referred to as EFAWRC, is a ProTrainings CPD certified qualification designed to adhere to HSE guidelines. The focus of this course is on providing quality training to meet industry standards.

This course spans a minimum of 7 contact hours, to be completed over a single day, with certification valid for a duration of 3 years. To maintain your certification, it is necessary to attend another EFAW 7-hour course for renewal.

EFAWRC is tailored for a broad spectrum of individuals within the rugby community, encompassing coaches, players, supporters, and those actively engaged in the sport. The course equips participants with crucial first aid knowledge to effectively address common injuries that may occur during rugby activities.

With safety and wellbeing at its core, EFAWRC is a valuable resource that empowers rugby enthusiasts to respond effectively to injuries, ensuring a safer sporting environment. The course is a testament to our commitment to promoting safe and responsible practices within the rugby community. In the spirit of continuous improvement, we remain dedicated to providing top-quality training experiences that benefit everyone involved in the sport.

Remember, first aid skills not only enhance safety on the rugby field but also in everyday life, making this course an investment in your well-being both on and off the pitch. We look forward to supporting you on this educational journey and are proud to be your partner in promoting health and safety within the rugby community.

The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.

  • Players
  • Coaches
  • Suppoters
  • Background staff
  • Anyone interested in learning life-saving skills

This course comes with 7.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this.

The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.

Unit 1: Emergency First Aid in the Workplace (credit can be given in some cases if already completed recently)

1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider

  • 1.1 Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider
  • 1.2 Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others
  • 1.3 Identify the need for consent to provide first aid

2. Be able to assess an incident

  • 2.1 Conduct a scene survey
  • 2.2 Conduct a primary survey of a casualty
  • 2.3 Summon appropriate assistance when necessary

3. Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty

  • 3.1 Identify when to administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • 3.2 Demonstrate CPR using a manikin
  • 3.3 Justify when to place a casualty into the recovery position
  • 3.4 Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position
  • 3.5 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure

4. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking

  • 4.1 Identify when choking is: - mild-severe
  • 4.2 Demonstrate how to administer first aid to a casualty who is choking

5. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding

  • 5.1 Identify the severity of external bleeding
  • 5.2 Demonstrate control of external bleeding

6. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock

  • 6.1 Recognise a casualty who is suffering from shock
  • 6.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock

7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries

  • 7.1 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with: - small cuts - grazes - bruises - small splinters
  • 7.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds

8. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected injuries to bones, muscles and joints

  • 8.1 Recognise suspected fractures, dislocations, strains and sprains
  • 8.2 Identify how to administer first aid for fractures, dislocations, strains and sprains
  • 8.3 Demonstrate how to apply a support sling and an elevated sling

9. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected head and spinal injuries

  • 9.1 Recognise a suspected head injury and spinal injury
  • 9.2 Identify how to administer first aid for a suspected head injury
  • 9.3 Demonstrate how to administer first aid for a suspected spinal injury

10. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with an eye injury

  • 10.1 Identify how to administer first aid for eye injuries involving: Dust/embedded objects