First Person on Scene [FPOS] training has had another change, with a new qualification becoming available on 1st September 2020. This new version of First Person on Scene training has been moved to a level 3 qualification, [previously level 4], with a reduction in the guided learning hours and some changes to the assessment methods and criteria.
We have reached an agreement with a training partner in Ukraine to now offer our FPOS course in Kyiv.
Below, our director of training gives a brief overview of the changes to FPOS training for courses started after 1st September 2020.
First Person on Scene [level 3] (was First Person On Scene Intermediate) training is typically a five-day course aimed at those likely to be providing the initial care to a person injured or taken ill. The FPOS course is most relevant for people who are likely to be unable to call for professional medical backup, or that help will arrive in more than 20 minutes.
This is now a Level 3 qualification after the changes to the course duration [guided learning hours], and the assessment requirements.
Originally designed for community first responders working with the NHS, this course has become increasingly popular as an alternative to the traditional workplace first aid courses. Often used by people looking to meet the SIA’s requirements for first aid training, or just looking to expand their medical skills, the FPOS course has grown to be seen as a desired level of training. Due to Lazarus Training’s training approach [#trainforreal] the course is highly practical, focusing on building a confident approach to casualty management through scenario work involving casualty simulation.
The FPOS course covers:
There are three units to this new First Person on Scene level 3 course:
1- Emergency Care of Casualties for the First Responder
2- Recognising and Managing Trauma for the First Responder
3- Recognising and Managing Medical Conditions for the First Responder
Each, in turn, contains a number of learning outcomes
Unit 1- Emergency Care of Casualties for the First Responder
Understand the roles and responsibilities of the First Responder
Understand the assessment of conscious and unconscious casualties
Understand the principles of basic life support for adults, children, and infants
Understand the techniques used to manage the airway of casualties with a reduced level of consciousness
Understand recognition and management of life extinct
Understand the provision of supplementary oxygen
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty with a catastrophic hemorrhage
Understand the techniques used to manage choking casualties
Unit 2 Recognising and Managing Trauma for the First Responder
Understand the recognition and management of casualties suffering from burns
Understand the recognition and management of casualties with hypothermia and hyperthermia
Understand the recognition and management of the conscious near drowned casualty
Understand the recognition and management of casualties with musculoskeletal injuries
Understand the recognition and management of casualties with a head injury
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty with a spinal injury
Understand the recognition and management of casualties with wounds and bleeding
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty suffering from hypovolemic shock
Understand the recognition and management of casualties with a chest injury
Unit 3- Recognising and Managing Medical Conditions for the First Responder
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty who has been poisoned
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty suffering from allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
Understand the recognition and management of casualties with common respiratory problems
Understand the recognition and management of casualties with suspected cardiac conditions
Understand the recognition and management of casualties suffering from diabetic emergencies
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty having a seizure
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty suffering a suspected stroke
Understand the recognition and management of a casualty with suspected meningitis
This new First Person on Scene level 3 course is assessed in centre, this being done by gathering evidence that the participant has achieved these outcomes. Much of the evidence gathering is done via practical, simulated scenarios, but there is also some portfolio work to be completed.
As you would imagine, the above makes for a busy, but achievable week of training with some requirements for self-study and work in the evenings.
If you would like to know more about our FPOS courses in Ukraine, drop us a line or give us a call.