This course trains participants to deal with fire on an emergency basis in a pre-school or crèche. It emphasises the dangers of fire, the importance of prevention, the necessity of urgent action when fire breaks out and the necessary steps to take to ensure the safety of children in the event of an emergency. The course also includes an opportunity for participants to use fire extinguishers on a selection of simulated fires using a gas simulated fire demonstration unit.
This course will provide participants with the knowledge to conduct all manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury. The course will inform participants on the consequences of lifting incorrectly and on safe manual handling techniques.
A one day course which is suitable for Pre-Schools and Crèches. This course will give child-minders and anyone working with children the confidence to administer basic first aid to infants and children up to 8 years of age. Participants will gain the knowledge and practical skills to make an assessment of an emergency, call for appropriate assistance and be able to administer basic first aid until the arrival of more qualified help.