Oxygen Therapy Administration

Who is this course aimed at:

This course is suitable for qualified First Aiders, Emergency First Aiders, dental practitioners and dental care professionals, nurses, healthcare professionals and others working in an environment where oxygen is available for casualty welfare

This training enables users to administer oxygen safely and effectively, for casualties with breathing difficulties. Delegates will learn how and when to administer oxygen to a casualty and the safety concerns with carrying, storing and administering it.

The course's awarding body is First Aid Awards (FAA). It is regulated by Ofqual and is SQA accredited. The qualification sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).

What this course will cover:

At the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Explain benefits of oxygen therapy

• Identify indications for the use of oxygen

• Explain contraindications prohibiting use of oxygen

• Explain dangers of using compressed gas

Outline health and safety rules for the:

• Use

• Storage

• Handling of oxygen

• Carry out operational checks in preparation for use of oxygen therapy equipment

• Identify when oxygen therapy is required

Administer oxygen using the required flow rate for the following oxygen delivery devices:

• Non re-breather mask

• Bag, valve and mask

• Administer oxygen to a patient in line with agreed ways of working

Course length:

A minimum of 6 hours. Candidates must be present for all the training hours without exception (some pre-learning may be required depending on prior experience).

We can arrange to adapt the course around your business providing it meets the minimum requirements,  Blocks of no less the 2hours and must be fully completed within 3 weeks of the initial start date. Contact us to discuss your business' needs.

Certification:

This qualification lasts for 3 years. To renew the qualification, learners will need to retake the full course. However, it is recommended that during the 3-year period, the learners attend annual refresher courses.

Assessment:

Summative practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor each day. This will be conducted by practical assessment, oral questioning and multiple choice. A three year Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (Level 6 in Scotland) will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. No external assessors are required.

Course size:

A maximum of 12 candidates are allowed and must be a minimum of 16 years of age. A certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment.

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Please note we prefer to deliver these course at the candidates place of work as it enables us to mould the training around their work environment. Alternative venues local to you can be arranged if required.