Course description
This forestry first aid course is a First Aid + F, forestry specific first aid training course.
The training course for forestry is tailored to include the topics required by the Forestry Commission. It also covers the emergency first aid at work course content.
Who is the forestry first aid course suitable for?
This one day first aid for forestry course is ideal for those working in the arboriculture and forestry industries who need to have the extra first aid knowledge required for the forestry profession.
What you will learn on the first aid for forestry course
Forestry first aid course participants will be able to gain the knowledge they need for first aid in forestry in an easy and straightforward way. Dealing with the current EFAW course contents but also learning about the added subjects which include, hypothermia and Lyme disease. Theoretical and practical first aid training combined to give those attending confidence to deal with anything.
Course contents
First Aid Kits- Airway Management
- Care of the Unconscious Casualty
- Resuscitation (2021 Guidelines)
- AED'S
- Choking
- Seizures
- Shock (includes use of Epipens)
- Wounds and Bleeding (Including severe bleeding)
- Burns
- Hypothermia
- Lyme disease
- Crush injuries
Assessment and certification
Certification for forestry first aid is dependent on successful practical and written assessment and certification will be through the FAIB and are valid for 3 years.
Course duration for forestry first aid
1 day (7 hours including breaks)
Costs for first aid for forestry course
Up to 6 people £510 plus VAT
Up to 12 people £650 plus VAT
All costs are fully inclusive of:
Onsite delivery, travel, forestry first aid course materials, books and accredited first aid in forestry certificates.
We work with each client individually so if you have any specific forestry first aid requirements please let us know prior to training.
Updated October 2023
