Outdoor First Aid | RQF Level 3

The RQF Level 3 Outdoor First Aid Course is designed for individuals engaging in outdoor activities, offering advanced training in managing emergencies specific to outdoor environments. Here's a concise overview:

1. Specialised Training: Tailored for outdoor enthusiasts, professionals, and leaders involved in remote outdoor activities or expeditions.
2. Comprehensive Skills: Covers assessing and managing injuries, trauma care, medical emergencies, and evacuation procedures relevant to outdoor settings.
3. Scenario-Based Learning: Simulated outdoor emergencies, providing practical application of skills in realistic scenarios encountered during outdoor pursuits.
4. Remote Environment Preparedness: Emphasis on handling emergencies where immediate medical assistance might be limited, focusing on adaptability and resource utilisation.
5. Hands-on Training: Practical sessions demonstrating wilderness-specific first aid techniques, including the use of specialised equipment.
6. Communication and Decision-making: Training in effective communication and teamwork during outdoor emergencies, fostering quick and coordinated responses.

This course equips outdoor enthusiasts, guides, and professionals with advanced first aid skills, preparing them to manage a wide array of outdoor emergencies in remote or challenging environments.

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The delivery of the RQF Level 3 Outdoor First Aid Course typically involves a combination of:

1. Classroom Sessions: In-person training covering theoretical aspects of outdoor first aid, including lectures, discussions, and presentations.
2. Practical Workshops: Hands-on sessions allowing participants to practice first aid skills specific to outdoor scenarios, utilising equipment and simulations.
3. Outdoor Simulations: Realistic scenario-based training in outdoor environments, replicating emergencies encountered during outdoor activities.
4. Interactive Learning: Engaging activities, group exercises, and case studies to reinforce learning and encourage interactive participation.
5. Qualified Instructors: Training facilitated by experienced and certified outdoor first aid instructors knowledgeable about outdoor emergency management.
6. Assessment and Certification: Evaluation of skills and understanding through practical assessments, quizzes, or examinations leading to certification upon successful completion.

This mixed approach ensures a comprehensive understanding and practical application of first aid skills tailored for outdoor settings.

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UNIT 1

OUTDOOR EMERGENCY ACTION

Module 1 Introduction

Module 2 What is outdoor first aid?

Module 3 First aid equipment

Module 4 Summon assistance

Module 5 Monitoring

Module 6 Scene survey

Module 7 Primary survey

Module 8 Secondary assessment

Module 9 Resuscitation and AED

Module 10 Disorders of respiration

Module 11 Wounds and bleeding

Module 12 Hypovolaemic shock

UNIT 2

OUTDOOR INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

DAY 2

Module 1 Incident management

Module 2 Bones, joints and muscle injuries

Module 3 Head and spinal injuries

Module 4 Chest and abdominal injuries

Module 5 Major illnesses

Module 6 Anaphylaxis

Module 7 Extreme heat and cold

Module 8 Burns

Module 9 Eye injuries

Module 10 Poisoning

Module 11 Bites and stings

Module 12 Written assessment and course closure

The outcomes of completing the RQF Level 3 Outdoor First Aid Course include:

1. Advanced First Aid Skills: Proficiency in managing a broad range of outdoor-specific injuries and medical emergencies encountered in remote settings.
2. Confidence and Preparedness: Enhanced confidence to assess, manage, and provide first aid in challenging outdoor environments.
3. Scenario Adaptability: Ability to adapt first aid skills to diverse outdoor scenarios and make informed decisions in remote or adverse conditions.
4. Effective Communication: Improved communication and teamwork skills essential for coordinating responses to outdoor emergencies.
5. Emergency Preparedness: Understanding evacuation procedures, resource improvisation, and utilising outdoor-specific first aid equipment.
6. Certification: Attainment of an accredited qualification demonstrating competence in outdoor first aid management.

Completing this course ensures participants are well-equipped to respond competently and effectively to a wide array of outdoor emergencies.

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The RQF Level 3 Outdoor First Aid Course is suitable for:

1. Outdoor Enthusiasts: Hikers, climbers, campers, and adventurers seeking skills to manage emergencies during outdoor pursuits.
2. Professional Guides: Outdoor leaders, expedition leaders, and instructors responsible for group safety during outdoor activities.
3. Workers in Remote Environments: Forestry workers, park rangers, and those working in remote or wilderness settings where immediate medical help might be limited.
4. Sports Coaches: Coaches involved in outdoor sports or activities requiring knowledge of first aid in outdoor environments.
5. Volunteers and Community Members: Individuals participating in community-based outdoor programs or volunteering in remote areas.
6. Professionals with Outdoor Responsibilities: Individuals whose roles involve outdoor responsibilities and the need for advanced first aid skills in such settings.

It's ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their ability to respond to outdoor emergencies where access to immediate medical assistance is limited.

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After completing the RQF Level 3 Outdoor First Aid Course, individuals may pursue further studies or complementary training, including:

1. Advanced Outdoor First Aid Courses: Specialised courses focusing on specific aspects like wilderness trauma, advanced rescue techniques, or extended wilderness medical training.
2. Wilderness Medicine Certification: Advanced programs offering in-depth knowledge in wilderness medicine, ideal for those aiming for higher expertise in outdoor medical care.
3. Leadership and Outdoor Education Courses: Studies in leadership, outdoor education, or adventure sports coaching, complementing first aid skills for leadership roles in outdoor settings.
4. Specialised Rescuer Certifications: Training in technical rescue skills, rope rescue, water rescue, or other specialized rescue techniques relevant to specific outdoor activities.
5. Medical Certification Programs: Pursuing medical certifications or courses in emergency medicine, paramedicine, or healthcare, enhancing medical expertise for outdoor settings.

Continued education allows individuals to deepen their understanding, broaden their skill set, and specialise further in managing emergencies in diverse outdoor environments

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