Compliance & First Aid Training Package - Vitae

Training Courses

First Aid

Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
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Level 3 Award In Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)

In line with guidance provided by the Health and Safety Executive, (HSE) the objective of this qualification is to support learners in learning to administer emergency first aid.

The course covers the roles and responsibilities of the first aider, how to assess an incident, and how to recognise signs and symptoms of injury and illness. It also covers first aid skills in CPR and use of an AED, providing first aid to a casualty who is choking and dealing with external bleeding and hypovolemic shock.

This qualification is usually achieved by taking a one-day classroom-based course, of which six hours are supervised and guided.

Upon completing this course, learners are fully qualified to act as emergency first aiders in the workplace for a period of three years, after which point they will have to re-take the course. Additionally, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.

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Assessment consists of two parts. The first is a practical observation, completed throughout the course of the delivery, which assesses learners’ ability to demonstrate first aid skills. The second is made up of written and oral questioning, in which learners must provide a short response to set questions, concerning underpinning knowledge of first aid.

Level 3 Award In First Aid at Work (RQF)

In line with guidance provided by the Health and Safety Executive, (HSE) the objective of this qualification is to support learners in learning to administer first aid in the workplace.

The course covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider, how to assess an incident, and recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness. It also covers first aid skills in CPR and use of an AED and assisting a casualty who is suffering from major injury and illness such as chest injuries, spinal injuries, and anaphylaxis.

This qualification is usually achieved by taking a three-day classroom-based course, of which 18 hours are supervised and guided.

Learners who complete this course are fully qualified to act as emergency first aiders in the workplace. It is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually, as this qualification lasts for a period of three years, at which point they will have to re-take the course.

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The two-part assessment for this qualification comprises a practical observation and a written and oral exam. The first is assesses learners’ ability to demonstrate first aid skills, and is completed throughout the course of the delivery. The second concerns underpinning knowledge of first aid, requires learners to give short responses to set questions.

Compliance & First Aid Training Package

Employers Nationwide need to ensure their legal obligation to provide, or ensure that there are provided, such equipment, training and facilities as are adequate and appropriate in the circumstances for enabling first-aid to be rendered to his employees if they are injured or become ill at work.

As its your duty as an employer to make provision for the first-aid, Vitae we can off you a ‘One-Stop’ Compliance and First-aid Training Package. This would include the following:

Needs Assessment
We can make a comprehensive assessment of first-aid needs appropriate the circumstances (hazards and risks) of your work place.

Information for employees
We can help you with locating the equipment including providing the required signage making staff aware of where the first aid equipment is.

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First-aid materials, equipment and facilities
When the assessment has been completed we can then advise you on the materials, equipment and facilities needed to make sure the level of cover identified as necessary will be available to employees at all relevant times. This will include ensuring all first-aid equipment, suitably marked and easily accessible, is available in all places where working conditions require it.

First-aid personnel
Where the first-aid assessment identifies a need for people to be available for rendering first aid, the employer should ensure that they are provided in sufficient numbers and at appropriate locations to enable first aid to be administered without delay should the occasion arise. Where 25 or more people are employed, even in low-hazard environments, at least one such person should be provided.

Health & Safety

Level 2 Award Safe Moving & Handling (RQF)

Suitable for new starters and refresher training, this qualification is an introduction to moving and handling activities for those who need specific training in manual handling. This course teaches learners that it is important for moving and handling must be carried out correctly, for a safe working environment to be maintained.

Subjects covered include the reasons for safe manual handling, manual handling risk assessments principles, types of equipment, and testing requirements associated with manual handling safety.

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This qualification takes 20 hours in total, of which 10 hours are recommended for guided learning.

TQT and GLH values are based on average learners, and assigned as guidance.

This qualification is assessed in two parts. The first part is a multiple-choice question examination, covering the breadth of the course syllabus and carried out within a 30-minute timeframe. The second part is a practical assessment.

Teaching, Assessing & Quality Assurance

Level 3 Award In Assessing Competence In The Work Environment (RQF)

This qualification is intended for individuals who assess occupational competence in an individual’s work environment.

This qualification takes 90 hours in total, of which 54 hours are recommended for guided learning. TQT and GLH values are based on average learners, and assigned as guidance.

Assessment is based on a portfolio of evidence which must cover all assessment criteria of the units selected. The portfolio of evidence is assessed and internally quality assured by the Centre.

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Level 3 Award In Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)

This qualification is intended for those who assess both occupational competence and vocational skills in various training environments, including workshops, classrooms and workplaces.

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This qualification takes 150 hours in total, of which 84 hours are recommended for guided learning. TQT and GLH values are based on average learners, and assigned as guidance.

Assessment is based on a portfolio of evidence which must cover all assessment criteria of the units selected. The portfolio of evidence is assessed and internally quality assured by the Centre.

Railway Training

Plant & Equipment

Plant Training for Construction Work Employees

Train your employees to use the right tools and equipment, so that they carry out construction work safely. Vitae Services Ltd provides in-depth plant training in Yorkshire, South Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Tailored to the needs of the client, courses are available for individual booking, or as a package.

Courses are available for the following:

  • Brushcutter/Strimmer
  • CAT Scanner
  • CBX
  • Cembre Clipping Machine
  • Chainsaw
  • Cobra/Robel
  • Generator
  • Hedge Trimmer
  • Impact Wrench
  • Iron Man ½
  • Pole Saw
  • Rail Drill
  • Rail Saw
  • Single Whacker
  • Sleeper Drill

Contact us today to renew existing tickets, or to book initial training, either at your workplace or at one of our training centres.

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Funded Training

Railway

Level 2 Track Maintenance

This program aims to engage adults and provide sufficient knowlege, skills and understanding that they need to prepare and train for employment or further education in the rail industry sector. This will cover:

Level 2 C&G NVQ Diploma in Railway Engineering Track Maintenance
Provide the learner with the understanding of track layout, operational procedures whilst working on the track, H&S aspects of the rail industry, manual handling techniques, how to carry out a track inspection and how to maintain the track itself.

Personal Track Safety (PTS)
This qualification is mandatory in the rail sector and allows the holder to gain access as well as work on the railway. This qualification is made up of e-learning, classroom participation and practical elements.

DC Conductor Rails (DCCR)
Any person going to walk or work “On or Near the Line” near to or adjacent DC Conductor Rails must be competent to look after their own safety in relation to 3rd and 4th rail areas.

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Upon successful completion of the course, the candidates will have the skills and knowledge and understand the behaviours required to work safely near or adjacent to DC conductor rails.

They will be able to describe the principles of the DC electrified system, identify the main components of the DC system and the hazards and risks associated with working DC conductor rail areas.

Track Induction (TIC)
To provide the basic underpinning knowledge of permanent way construction, components and working methods associated with maintenance, renewal, repair, adjustment and dismantling of permanent way assets. This course teaches the candidates how to use the tools and carry out the jobs for repair, renewals or maintenance of the railway.

Rail Track Practical Experience
The learners will gain practical skills and experience using variety of methods to maintain the railway infrastructure.

Level 3 Diploma In Engineering Technology

This course covers the following areas of the railway including track, overhead line, electrification, traction and rolling stock and signalling.

Those working within the occupation of Rail Engineering are responsible for the safe construction, installation, maintenance and renewal of The Railway to provide a safe and reliable railway for customers. The Rail Industry has a high level of safety critical work activities requiring a disciplined and responsible approach.

Duration depends on previous experience of the delegate and access to opportunities to gain the full range of competencies.

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