OUTDOOR FIRST AID INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
Suitable for Mountain Bike Guides/Leaders and for Mountain Bikers that ride for leisure & pleasure AND anyone that requires a 16hr Outdoor First Aid Qualification.
Ed Oxley - Single Track Magazine, having attended the 2 day course at Whinlatter . "Inspiring."
Vital Signs were invited by Richard and Craig from Cyclewise Training, probably the leading Mountain Bike Training and Retail organisation in the country, to design and deliver Mountain Bike specific First Aid Courses at their training facility, Whinlatter, Keswick.
Suitable for Mountain Bike Guides/Leaders and for Mountain Bikers that ride for leisure & pleasure AND anyone that requires a 16hr Outdoor First Aid Qualification.
Ed Oxley - Single Track Magazine, having attended the 2 day course at Whinlatter . "Inspiring."
Vital Signs were invited by Richard and Craig from Cyclewise Training, probably the leading Mountain Bike Training and Retail organisation in the country, to design and deliver Mountain Bike specific First Aid Courses at their training facility, Whinlatter, Keswick.
We are delighted to be involved with Cyclewise Training and we aim to deliver the most appropriate and enjoyable course of its type in the country.
CYCLEWISE TRAINING CLASSROOM - WHINLATTER KESWICK
WHO iS THE COURSE SUITABLE FOR?
The course is designed to satisfy the rigorous requirements of all professional Mountain Bike Leaders/Guides, those riding for leisure and pleasure and anyone working in the outdoor industry who requires a 16 hr. Outdoor First Aid Certificate. This 16 hour course also satisfies the requirements of ALL the Outdoor National Governing Bodies for their instructor awards NGB`s). Suitable for MLTB, SPA, BCU, RYA, BOF, MIA, MIC etc. and is also very popular with those spending their leisure time in the outdoors.
The course is designed to satisfy the rigorous requirements of all professional Mountain Bike Leaders/Guides, those riding for leisure and pleasure and anyone working in the outdoor industry who requires a 16 hr. Outdoor First Aid Certificate. This 16 hour course also satisfies the requirements of ALL the Outdoor National Governing Bodies for their instructor awards NGB`s). Suitable for MLTB, SPA, BCU, RYA, BOF, MIA, MIC etc. and is also very popular with those spending their leisure time in the outdoors.
Vital Signs have developed this course specifically including the Mountain Bike environment. It is suitable for all mountain bikers, satisfies the requirements of all Mountain Bike Qualifications. Further, this 16 hour course also satisfies the requirements of ALL the Outdoor National Governing Bodies for their instructor awards (NGB`s).Suitable for MLTB, SPA, BCU, RYA, BOF, MIA, MIC etc.
This course is recognised by the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and has a unit structure: UNIT 2 - OFA2 (L/500/4376)
This course is recognised by the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and has a unit structure: UNIT 2 - OFA2 (L/500/4376)
THE TRAINING PACKAGE
2 x 8 hour sessions
Interactive hands on practical training delivered by highly experienced trainers with great practical experience of casualty care in remote areas.
One CPR training manikin per 2 participants
Easy to follow individual course booklet specifically written for the outdoor professional/enthusiast
A recognised certificate valid for 3 years
TEACHING ELEMENTS
a. The recognition & Monitoring of the signs of life - Vital Signs
b. A memorable and recallable systematic method of dealing with any incident.
c. Managing the unconscious casualty.
d. Treating external bleading.
e. The recognition & treatment of shock.
f. CPR and blocked airway resuscitation.
g. Treating the most common injury. Sprains, strains, fractures and dislocations.
h. Recognition and treatment of head/brain injuries.
i. How to manage the spinal injury.
j. Major injuries. Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis, Femur.
k. Common Mountain Bike Injuries
l. Helmet Removal
m. Body Armour - considerations.
n. Burns.
o. Common Medical emergencies including - Diabetes, Anaphylatic Shock, Asthma, Stroke, Epilepsy.
p. Obtaining a history - 90% of diagnosis is history! We need to be good at it!
q. Mechanism of injury, specifically relating to the mountain biker.
r. 4 hours of realistic outdoor scenarios.
DURATION: 2 days - 16 Hours - Typically 0900 -1800
2 x 8 hour sessions
Interactive hands on practical training delivered by highly experienced trainers with great practical experience of casualty care in remote areas.
One CPR training manikin per 2 participants
Easy to follow individual course booklet specifically written for the outdoor professional/enthusiast
A recognised certificate valid for 3 years
TEACHING ELEMENTS
a. The recognition & Monitoring of the signs of life - Vital Signs
b. A memorable and recallable systematic method of dealing with any incident.
c. Managing the unconscious casualty.
d. Treating external bleading.
e. The recognition & treatment of shock.
f. CPR and blocked airway resuscitation.
g. Treating the most common injury. Sprains, strains, fractures and dislocations.
h. Recognition and treatment of head/brain injuries.
i. How to manage the spinal injury.
j. Major injuries. Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis, Femur.
k. Common Mountain Bike Injuries
l. Helmet Removal
m. Body Armour - considerations.
n. Burns.
o. Common Medical emergencies including - Diabetes, Anaphylatic Shock, Asthma, Stroke, Epilepsy.
p. Obtaining a history - 90% of diagnosis is history! We need to be good at it!
q. Mechanism of injury, specifically relating to the mountain biker.
r. 4 hours of realistic outdoor scenarios.
DURATION: 2 days - 16 Hours - Typically 0900 -1800
DATES: Go here.
VENUE LOCATION: Go here.
COST INDIVIDUALS: £115.00 for all Cyclewise Training registered clients.
All others £130.00.
COST GROUPS: Discounts available. Please contact us for more information.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: None required
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?: A pen, outdoor clothing, Photo I/D and yourself! You may wish to bring a packed lunch. The Cafeteria at Whinlatter is normally open. More Pre-Course Info. here.
HOW DO I BOOK? Download a Booking Form here and return it with your payment. You can also book online Here. You can pay with a cheque, cash or BACS. Alternatively you can pay with a Credit/Debit Card using our secure online payment system here. If you prefer I can send you all details via traditional post.
COURSE DATA SHEET may viewed and downloaded here.
PRE-COURSE INFORMATION may be viewed and downloaded here.
If you have any questions about the course, you may find your answer here.
Alternatively, please contact us for a chat.
VENUE LOCATION: Go here.
COST INDIVIDUALS: £115.00 for all Cyclewise Training registered clients.
All others £130.00.
COST GROUPS: Discounts available. Please contact us for more information.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: None required
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?: A pen, outdoor clothing, Photo I/D and yourself! You may wish to bring a packed lunch. The Cafeteria at Whinlatter is normally open. More Pre-Course Info. here.
HOW DO I BOOK? Download a Booking Form here and return it with your payment. You can also book online Here. You can pay with a cheque, cash or BACS. Alternatively you can pay with a Credit/Debit Card using our secure online payment system here. If you prefer I can send you all details via traditional post.
COURSE DATA SHEET may viewed and downloaded here.
PRE-COURSE INFORMATION may be viewed and downloaded here.
If you have any questions about the course, you may find your answer here.
Alternatively, please contact us for a chat.
