EOSH UK- Award in Basic Life Support (BLS)
The Award in Basic Life Support (BLS) provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies. This qualification focuses on the principles of Basic Life Support, including the assessment of an unresponsive casualty, maintenance of an open airway, effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Participants will learn how to act confidently and effectively in emergency situations, helping to preserve life until professional medical assistance arrives.
This qualification is evaluated using practical assessments and multiple-choice questions (MCQ). To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully demonstrate competence in practical skills and achieve the required pass mark in the written assessment.
The qualification has a recommended course duration of 2–3 days.
Note: However, the course duration may be increased to meet additional learning needs if required but not reduced.
The course modules for the Award in Basic Life Support (BLS) include:
• Introduction to Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Roles and Responsibilities of a First Responder
• Legal and Ethical Considerations in Emergency Care
• Scene Assessment and Personal Safety
• Emergency Action Principles and Casualty Assessment
• Recognition of Cardiac Arrest and Medical Emergencies
• Airway Management and Recovery Position
• Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) Procedures
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Adults
• CPR for Children and Infants
• Use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Choking and Airway Obstruction Management
• Communication and Handover to Emergency Services
• Infection Prevention and Control Measures
• Practical Skills Assessment and Scenario-Based Training
