First Aid for Horse Riders

First Aid for Horse Riders

Emergency First Aid at Work Covering the Full HSE Syllabus

Adapted for Horse Riders

Course Overview

The First Aid for Horse Riders course is designed to give you the theoretical knowledge needed to help someone injured in a riding accident whether on the road or in the countryside. We cover topics such as when to move someone and when to keep them still, what to look out for following a head injury, and how to help if you suspect they may have broken a bone.

Accreditation

This course fulfils all the criteria for Appointed Person First Aid training. However, a practical course is required in order to be a full First Aider.

Who Is This Course For?

• Horse riders
• Riding instructors
• Stable staff
• Anyone involved in equestrian activities

Course Format

The course consists of illustrated step-by-step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos, and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion.

Duration and Access

This course should take around 6 hours and you will have continuous access to the course for 12 months.

Important Information

It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real-life situations. If you suspect serious illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice.

Disclaimer

The author has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within the course, however this course is merely a guide and the author does not accept any liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies or for any mistreatment or misdiagnosis of any person, however caused.

Author Information

The course material has been written by Emma Hammett, Qualified Nurse, First Aid Trainer, and founder of First Aid for Life in conjunction with other medical and first aid professionals. If you have any queries concerning this course, please contact emma@firstaidforlife.org.uk

Course Contents

• Action in an emergency
• Unresponsive and breathing
• Recovery position
• Unconscious and not breathing
• Resuscitation
• Heart attack and angina
• Breathing problems
• Choking
• Drowning
• Asthma
• Anaphylactic shock
• Wounds and bleeding
• Shock
• Fainting
• Burns
• Breaks, sprains and dislocations
• Head injuries
• Skull fracture
• Spinal injuries
• Fitting / seizures / convulsions