HIGHFIELD AWARDING BODY FOR COMPLIANCE (HABC)

HABC Level 3 International Award in First Aid at Work and the Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator

COURSE DESCRIPTION It is a qualification aimed at providing candidates with the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills to support first aid and the safe use of a defibrillator in the workplace. This qualification is accredited and recognized internationally and has been developed to protect customers, staff, brand reputation and profits. This qualification is usually obtained by taking a 3-day (18 hours) classroom-based course.
PARTICIPANT PROFILE Designed for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card for job, regulatory or other requirements.
CERTIFICATION AND VALIDITY On successful completion of written and skills testing, the participants will receive the following:
  • HABC Course Completion Card valid for three (3) years
  • HABC Certificate
COURSE CONTENT
  • Roles and Responsibilities of the First Aider
  • Assessing an Incident
  • Managing an Unresponsive Casualty
  • The Respiratory System
  • Wounds and Bleeding
  • Shock
  • Seizures
  • Dealing with Minor Injuries
  • The Human Skeleton
  • Fractures and Dislocations
  • Sprains and Strains
  • Chest Injuries
  • Dealing with Minor Illness