Reanimation and use of the automatic external defibrillator (AED)
The first few minutes after cardiac arrest are a matter of life and death. Immediately starting with chest compressions doubles the chances of survival. This practical course teaches the basic techniques of resuscitation and how to use an external defibrillator (AED).
- 4 hours
- Price on request
- Dutch, French, English
- Attestation of participation
- SME portfolio, Training cheques, Sector fund
In-house
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Did you know that 400,000 people suffer cardiac arrest every year in Europe alone? 9 out of 10 times the outcome is fatal. The first few minutes after cardiac arrest are a matter of life and death. Immediately starting with chest compressions doubles the chances of survival. This practical course teaches the basic techniques of resuscitation and how to use an AED device. This will allow you to act correctly in the event of cardiac arrest and bridge the time until emergency services arrive.
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What do you learn?
This course is all about practice. You will learn the basic principles of resuscitation and discover how to operate a Category 1 Automatic External Defibrillator. With an AED device you cannot apply manual shocks and there is no screen to monitor the heart rate.
After some theory, you will practice heart massage and the use of an AED on a resuscitation dummy.
There is a maximum of 15 participants per course.
Learning programme:
Basic principles of resuscitation.
Resuscitation techniques.
Use of an AED device.
Practicing heart massage and AED use on a dummy.
Result?
After this course, you will have mastered the basics of resuscitation. You will learn how to operate an AED device. In concrete terms, this course will teach you:
How to apply Basic Life Support (BLS) including monitoring of vital functions, approaching the victim, alerting emergency services and applying resuscitation techniques.
Resuscitation and use of the Automatic Electric Defibrillator (AED) until emergency services arrive.
For whom?
This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to resuscitate and how to use the automatic external defibrillator (AED).
What does the law say?
As an employer, you are legally obligated to:
Make sure first aid is available in the event of someone falling ill or getting an accident at work.
Be able to transport the victim if necessary.
Call for emergency services if necessary.
This obligation applies to your own staff as well as others who may be present. It is also important to have the main telephone numbers and addresses of ambulance, taxi services etc. available immediately.
Mensura is listed by the Federal Public Service on Employment, Labour and Social Dialogue (FOD WASO) as an authorised institution to offer this course. More info >
Price
If your organisation is affiliated with Mensura External Service for Prevention and Protection at Work (ESPPW) and you have prevention units, you can pay with these as long as your balance is sufficient.
Subsidies
We qualify for all kinds of subsidies and financing options because we are certified by many government agencies and sector funds.
SME-Portfolio. Use these certification numbers in your request:
members of Mensura External Department for Prevention for Prevention and Protection: Mensura EDPB - DV.O105072
non-members: Mensura CONSULT - DV.O101943
Training cheques - Wallonia
Sector fund
Alimento
Constructiv
Volta
What is the difference between an initiation, a refresher course, and a basic course?
An initiation is an awareness training for all staff in your company. This ensures everyone reacts appropriately in the event of an accident. You do not receive an official certificate.
After a basic course, you receive a certificate and are then a first aider in your company. You retain that certificate on completion of the mandatory annual refresher course.
How many first aiders are needed in my organisation?
This is determined by the risk analysis.
Is something unclear? Then contact your external Mensura prevention adviser.
As an employer, are you allowed to organise a first aid training course yourself?
No. For first aid, you must use an accredited training centre; an in-house course is therefore not sufficient. As an accredited training centre, Mensura ensures that your first aiders acquire the correct knowledge and skills. You can also contact us for the compulsory refresher course.
What is the difference between an initiation, a refresher course, and a basic course?
An initiation is an awareness training for all staff in your company. This ensures everyone reacts appropriately in the event of an accident. You do not receive an official certificate.
After a basic course, you receive a certificate and are then a first aider in your company. You retain that certificate on completion of the mandatory annual refresher course.
How many first aiders are needed in my organisation?
This is determined by the risk analysis.
Is something unclear? Then contact your external Mensura prevention adviser.
As an employer, are you allowed to organise a first aid training course yourself?
No. For first aid, you must use an accredited training centre; an in-house course is therefore not sufficient. As an accredited training centre, Mensura ensures that your first aiders acquire the correct knowledge and skills. You can also contact us for the compulsory refresher course.
Also check out the general frequently asked questions, including on certification and payments >
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