Following a review HSE accepts that some elements of workplace first aid training can now be delivered remotely via distance based IT methodology. We will be revising our guidance to reflect this change, and outline which elements must still be classroom based (which are those elements that require candidates “to administer first aid”) . Our guidance will include advice for employers on the requirements that need to be met to provide assurance that the computer based element of the training is fit for purpose. HSE guidance GEIS3 will be updated to reflect this change, however due to a publications prioritisation exercise, we are unable to advise when this will take place.
First Aid and Resuscitation Guideline Changes
Following the review of resuscitation guidelines by the
Resuscitation Council UK
in October 2015 employers need to be aware that a competent training provider should indicate by December 2016 that they train in accordance with these new standards. This does not mean that you have to retrain your existing first aiders if they still hold a current certificate. You may though wish to refresh the first aid skills of your existing first aiders which is strongly recommended in our
guidance
.
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