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Date: 18 February 2012
BHS Ireland First Aid Courses
BHS Ireland Two-Day Initial First Aid Courses have been organised for February 2012.
18 & 19 February at RDA Coleraine, Causeway Coast Arena
184 Castleroe Road, Coleraine BT51 3RW
27 & 28 February at Thornton Park Equestrian Centre, Thornton, Killsallaghan, Swords, Co Dublin
Each course starts at 9.30am until 4pm each day. Lunch is included in the price.
Initial - Two Day Course :
BHS Reg Instructors/Proprietors of BHS Approved Centres £95
Others £108
Please note these courses are designed to aid humans not horses.
To book a place return the booking form and payment to:-
Susan Irwin
BHS Development Officer for Ireland, 60 Windmill Road, Hillsborough, Co Down, BT26 6LX
Email: s.irwin@bhs.org.uk, Telephone:- 0044(0)2892683801, Mobile:- 0044(0)7808141079
First Aid in The Horse Industry
Training in First Aid is essential for anyone involved in the horse industry whether they are instructors, grooms, competitors, volunteers, fence judges etc. A recognised, up-to-date First Aid qualification is also a pre-requisite for inclusion on the Register of Instructors. General First Aid training can be accessed in Northern Ireland via the HSE (Health and Safety Executive) First Aid at Work courses. These take the format of an initial three-day course, with a two-day top-up required every three years. General First Aid Training can be accessed in the Republic of Ireland via an Occupational First Aid course under the HSA (Health and Safety Authority) FETAC Level 5 guidelines. These take the format of an initial three-day course, with a one-day top-up required every two years. However, these courses are very broad in outlook and largely geared towards providing first aid for a wide range of injuries and illnesses that may be encountered in the work- place.
NB - please note that the only course that is approved by the Health and Safety Executive (NI) or Health and Safety Authority (RoI) is the standard Health and Safety at Work First Aid or the Occupational First Aid Course. The HSE/HSA do not approve any industry specific three day courses so please be careful when deciding which first aid course to undertake. If you are in any doubt as to whether or not the course you are thinking of taking is accepted please call the Training Team on 02476 840510.
BHS First Aid
In response to industry demands, the BHS are providing courses which provide a basic overview of first aid procedures, but with a focus on the injuries that are most likely to be sustained whilst handling and riding horses. This course is appropriate for anyone who is involved in the horse industry, and will provide the basic information on what to do if you are 'first on the scene' of an accident. As with all such training, the emphasis will be on providing appropriate first aid help while professional help is sought.
From 1 January 2012, customers who want their first aid certificate to be recognised by the BHS for the Register of Instructors, Approved Centres or BHS examinations will need to obtain either the BHS First Aid course issued jointly by the BHS Ireland and Browne McKee Partnership or the full three day/two day refresher First Aid at Work or Occupational First Aid course. Please note, we do not accept any other type of first aid certificate that are equine specialised other than the BHS course.
The BHS Two-Day Initial First Aid Course
This course is for those who have never received any first aid training, or whose qualification has lapsed. Numbers will be limited therefore allowing ample time and opportunity to learn and practice the skills required. On completing the two-day course successful delegates will be provided with an ID card of achievement valid for two years. This must be updated biennially by attendance on a one-day refresher course.
The BHS One-Day Refresher First Aid Course
This course is available for those who already hold a First Aid qualification which they wish to update. Bi-annual attendance on a refresher course is a requirement for Instructors wishing to remain on the register unless they hold an up-to-date HSE First Aid at Work certificate. Anyone applying for a place on a one-day refresher course will be required to provide evidence of previous attendance at a First Aid at Work or BHS First Aid course. If this qualification has lapsed, they will need to attend a Two Day BHS First Aid Initial course.
First Aid At Work
It must be emphasised that the HSE First Aid at Work or HSA Occupational First Aid qualification may still be a requirement for employers, proprietors and instructors who have responsibility for other employees or staff on their yard/establishment.
If you are in doubt as to whether or not you should hold a First Aid at Work certificate, please contact the HSE for guidance – www.hse.gov.uk
If you are in doubt as to whether or not you should hold an Occupational First Aid Course please contact the HSA for guidance – www.hsa.ie.
