Catastrophic bleed training
Also known as: life-threatening bleeding control, tourniquet training, bleed control
Nuco's Life-Threatening Bleeding Control course: a 3-hour course for first aiders in high-risk workplaces.
About the course
A catastrophic bleed can be fatal within minutes, long before an ambulance arrives. This is Nuco Training's Life-Threatening Bleeding Control course, for first aiders working in high-risk environments such as construction, forestry, agriculture and engineering. It's a 3-hour mix of theory and hands-on practice, including the dangers of using tourniquets and haemostatic products incorrectly. You'll need an in-date Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualification to attend. There's no formal exam: your instructor assesses you throughout and you receive a certificate of attendance. It doesn't expire, but Nuco recommends refreshing every 3 years. Groups of up to 12 people.
What the course covers
A practical, engaging course with hands-on practice throughout.
- Equipment and the latest guideline changes
- Recognising a life-threatening external bleed
- Control measures and equipment
- Manufactured and improvised tourniquets
- Wound packing techniques
- Haemostatic dressings
- Casualty aftercare
- Dangers of using tourniquets and haemostatic products incorrectly
Depending on the course there's a theory and practical assessment, leading to your certificate.
Format & delivery
- Duration: 3 hours
- Location: at our Meopham training centre or on your site
- Areas covered: Kent, London and across the UK
- Equipment: we bring all the training kit
Whether you're booking one person or a full team, we'll adjust the course to your site and your people's experience.
Who should attend
Nominated first aiders
Staff your first aid needs assessment calls for.
Teams
Groups trained together at our centre or on site.
Individuals
Anyone who wants to be ready to help.
We tailor our delivery and pace to the group. No two training sessions are the same.
Training in action
Content note. These photos show simulated blood from a realistic training scenario.
Reviews
What our trainees say
Very informative and engaging course that touched all the bases of Emergency First Aid for our Staff. They all said the course was “Excellent”. We will definitely be using Pole Position again for all our future Health and Safety needs.
Completed the level 3 first aid at work with Pole position and have nothing but good things to say about the training. Very informative and engaging course that touched all the bases of emergency first aid. Would definitely use Pole position again for our future Health and safety needs.
A very informative and perfectly tutored course. Peter is the perfect tutor and will walk you through all steps of a course for you to pass.
Catastrophic bleed training: your questions answered
How much does a catastrophic bleed course cost?
It depends on the number of delegates and whether we deliver at our Meopham centre or on your site. Group bookings are usually better value per person. Call 0330 122 4427 or send an enquiry for a clear quote with no hidden costs.
Where does the training take place?
On your site anywhere in Kent, London and across the UK, or at our training centre at Crab Tree Close, Meopham, Kent TN15 7JL.
Who accredits the course?
This course is delivered by a Nuco Training approved instructor.
Do I need a first aid qualification first?
Yes. You need an in-date Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work or Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification. We run both if you need one first.
What certificate do I get?
There's no formal exam. Your instructor assesses you throughout and you receive a certificate of attendance. It doesn't expire, but Nuco recommends refreshing every 3 years.
Can you train a whole team at once?
Yes. We regularly train groups and companies, at our Meopham centre or on your site. First aid courses take up to 12 people. Group and multi-course discounts are available, so contact us for a quote.
How does payment work?
Scheduled courses booked online are paid by card when you book. For quoted group or on-site training there's no deposit: payment is due 7 days before the course, or on the day.
Book catastrophic bleed training
Tell us how many delegates and where you'd like to train, on your site anywhere in the UK or at our Meopham centre. No deposit needed: payment is due 7 days before the course, or on the day.
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