Life Savers: Bespoke Essential CPR & Defibrillator Awareness for Local Businesses

Target Audience: Employees and management of local businesses in Herefordshire & Worcestershire seeking foundational knowledge and practical skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use. Ideal for workplaces looking to enhance their emergency preparedness and employee safety.

Course Overview: There are over 60,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) in the UK each year.

• Research shows that survival rates are significantly improved when CPR and defibrillation are administered within 3–5 minutes of collapse.
• For every minute without treatment, the chance of survival drops by 10%

This concise, hands-on 2-hour session provides participants with critical awareness and basic practical skills in CPR and defibrillator use.

Designed specifically for the workplace, the course focuses on recognising a cardiac arrest, understanding the immediate steps to take, and confidently using a defibrillator until professional medical help arrives. Equipping your staff with these life-saving skills can significantly improve outcomes in an emergency, fostering a safer and more prepared work environment.

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Recognise the signs of a cardiac arrest.
• Understand the importance of immediate action in a cardiac emergency.
• Perform basic adult CPR (chest compressions).
• Identify when and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
• Demonstrate safe and effective use of an AED.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations of providing first aid in the workplace.
• Feel confident to act in a life-threatening emergency.

Booking: Please contact HWGTA for a bespoke quote based on your specific business needs and group size.