Outdoor First Aid course (16-hour RLSS accredited)

The 16-hour Outdoor First Aid (OFA) course is suitable for individuals or groups that undertake activities outdoors and enables employers to meet their first aid needs assessment. After completing an RLSS UK OFA course, candidates receive a Level 3 Outdoor First Aid qualification. Candidates must be aged 16+ at the time of assessment.

This course will take place from 9am to 6pm (latest) each day.

To reserve your place, please complete the Booking Form using the button below; you can also pay the full course fee online using the ‘Get Tickets’ button below (or use the BACS details in the booking form, which will save me a handling fee!).

Course Details

The Outdoor First Aid (OFA) requires a minimum of 16 hours over 2 days of training and requires 100% attendance. The course will be delivered using a variety of methods including:
– PowerPoint presentations
– Flip chart exercises
– Guided group discussions
– Guided group activities
– Practical demonstrations and training (indoors and out)
The Outdoor First Aid (OFA) certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of successful completion of the course.

Topics Covered:

You will learn how to provide first aid in an outdoor environment to casualties, including the management of unconscious casualties, CPR, bleeding, shock, minor injuries, a variety of first aid related incidents and medical conditions in the outdoors. For full details on the course content see Outdoor First Aid (OFA) | RLSS UK and to view RLSS UK policies, please visit: RLSS UK Policies | RLSS UK

What to bring

– Photographic Identification (must be shown to the trainer on the first day of the course)
– Packed lunches (tea, coffee, squash and biscuits will be provided)
– Wear clothing suitable for the weather – we will be spending time outdoors!

Course Assessment

The competence of each learner is continually assessed by the trainer during the course. Learners will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the topics covered through written multiple-choice theory question paper as well as practical demonstrations of first aid skills (which will require you to perform at least some skills on the ground and outdoors).