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Course Contents

• BLS, Anaphylaxis, Fire Safety & Manual Handling Training

  This training is mandatory for all Healthcare Assistants and Nurses in Northern Ireland and also in the Republic of Ireland. 

  Course offerings may differ between NI & ROI.

  Areas covered by this training:

  Moving and Handling Patients

  • Current legislation, including HASAWA, RIDDOR, and LOLER
  • Spinal anatomy
  • People handling risks and how to prevent them
  • LITE risk assessment and task planning
  • Communication
  • Correct use of equipment
  • Falls awareness
  • Moving and handling in an emergency
  • Practical assessment
  • Pressure damage awareness

  
  

  Basic Life Support and AED Use

  • UK Resuscitation Council guidelines and Chain of Survival
  • Recognising a deteriorating patient and when to get help
  • Choking
  • DRSABCD primary survey
  • Scene safety
  • Level of responsiveness
  • Head tilt chin lift airway management
  • Recovery position
  • Effective Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Correct and effective use of an AED
  • Post resuscitation care

  
  

  Fire Safety

  • Employee and employer responsibility
  • Most common causes of fire
  • Fire Triangle
  • Means of escape and refuge points
  • Fire detection and raising the alarm
  • Medical oxygen, risks, storage and emergency procedures
  • Classification of fire
  • Firefighting equipment and use of fire extinguishers
  • Evacuation of healthcare facilities
  • Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP)

  
  

  Anaphylaxis

  • Recognition
  • Airway/ Breathing/ Circulation/ Disability/ Exposure (ABCDE)
  • Initial treatment
  • Patient Positioning

• CPI Safety Intervention Foundation Training (Formerly Called Mapa)

  Key Benefits:

  • Improved Safety for Staff & Service Users – reduces risk of harm during challenging or aggressive incidents.
  • Evidence-Based Approach – built on de-escalation, communication, and safe intervention techniques.
  • Confidence & Competence – equips staff to recognise early signs of escalation and respond appropriately.
  • Legal & Regulatory Compliance – aligns with health & safety, safeguarding, and duty of care obligations.
  • Reduced Incidents & Restraints – focus on proactive prevention and de-escalation rather than physical intervention.
  • Standardised Best Practice – provides consistent, accredited training across teams and departments.
  • Supports Wellbeing – lowers stress levels by giving staff the skills to manage difficult situations effectively.
  • Compulsory for HSE staff including agency staff in many acute settings
  • CPD Accredited – counts towards professional development and ongoing competency.

  Who It’s Suitable For

  • Healthcare Professionals – nurses, doctors, HCAs, allied health staff working with patients/service users.
  • Social Care & Community Staff – carers, support workers, domiciliary care teams.

  Why Choose This Training?

  • Tailored to real-world healthcare and social care environments
  • Practical, hands-on methods for emergency and high-risk interventions
  • Builds resilience, confidence, and a culture of safety

• CPI Safety Intervention Refresher Foundation, Advanced & Emergency Training

  Key Benefits

  • Enhanced Safety – Manage high-risk situations effectively and protect everyone involved.
  • Compliance Assured – Meets regulatory and organisational standards.
  • Incident Reduction – Lowers the chance of escalation, harm, or injury.
  • Confident Workforce – Staff feel supported and equipped to act under pressure.
  • Professional Development – CPD-recognised training supporting career growth.
  • Organisational Reputation – Demonstrates commitment to safety and best practice.

  Who Is It For?

  This advanced training is ideal for professionals who may face challenging or emergency scenarios, including:

  • Healthcare Staff who already have completed the original course and hold a valid certificate dated in the last 12 months – Nurses, HCAs, AHPs
  • Mental Health & Learning Disability Teams
  • Hospital Emergency & Security Response Teams
  • Residential & Social Care Staff
  • Community & Domiciliary Care Workers

  Why Choose This Training?

  • Tailored to real-world healthcare and social care environments
  • Practical, hands-on methods for emergency and high-risk interventions
  • Builds resilience, confidence, and a culture of safety