First Responder Refresher Course Description : Safety Management Systems

First Responder Refresher

Overview: The first responder refresher program is a 3 day program designed to refresh the experienced responder in his or her basic first aid skills.

Course Length: 24 hours

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this training the student will be familiar with:

Performing CPR
Utilizing an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
Managing airway problems
Using oxygen delivery devices and apply oxygen
Monitoring blood pressure and vital signs
Performing initial patient assessment and ongoing assessment until advances care arrives
Basic fundamental documentation of emergency medical care
Managing bleeding emergencies and splinting potential fractures and related injuries

Course Required By: This is required by the Bureau of EMS to renew the first responder's state certification.

Prerequisites: First Responder Certified

Written Exam: American Heart health care provider exam requires a minimum passing score of 84%. First responder final exam minimum passing score 74%.
Performance skills such as CPR, AED, bag valve mask, patient assessment, oxygen administration, soft tissue injury and airway management will need to be performed to complete the program.

Persons with physical limitations are not encouraged to participate but exceptions can be made due to certain circumstances. Ambulance rotations are voluntary and it is done locally only if slots are available. The rides consist of a 5 hour ride along on the ambulance in the pre-hospital environment.

Retraining: Bi-Annual refresher training is required.

Course Price: $424

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