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We've done a few bcuk First Aid courses with Forest Knight now and they've all been excellent so we've organised another one for this year.
If you need your HSE First Aid at work or you just want some more first aid skills this is a great value course that really focuses on our needs as bushcrafters and as responsible people.
COURSE DETAILS:
Course provider: Forest Knights.
Maximum numbers: 10
Date of FAC- 30th April - 3rd May 2010
Cost: £200
Below is a link for payment for this course, we have a minimum of 8 people for this course and i'll post in here as soon as the minimum is reached. (we have all we need and this course is going ahead :D)
Feel free to post any questions you may have in this forum or email info@bushcraftuk.com
Book here for your bushcraft uk - Advanced Explorer First Aid Course (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=KY3262SQWBJRL )
Please include your details:
Name, (inc forum name)
Address and contact number.
If you require an alternative payment method email us at info@bushcraftuk.com
4 Day advanced certificated course carefully designed for groups travelling to remote areas. This course exceeds the requirements for the HSE First Aid At Work Certificate. This course is recognised by all outdoor NGBs.
Itinerary
Day 1
Course Introduction
What is First Aid?
First Aid in the Outdoors
Responsibilities of the First Aider
Action in an Emergency
Primary Assessment
Secondary Assessment
Breathing & Circulation
Principals of Resuscitation
Hypoxia (wilderness setting)
Airway Obstruction / Airway Management
Day 2
Recap on Day 1
Disorders of Circulation
Disorders of Consciousness
Wounds & Bleeding
Incident Management
Bites & Stings
Expedition Hygiene
Day 3
Recap on Day 1 & 2
Burns & Scalds on expedition
Fractures & Spinal injuries
Poisoning
Incident ManagementForeign BodiesEvacuation Techniques
Effects of Heat & Cold
Day 4
Recap on Day 1 & 2 & 3
Casualty Management
Resuscitation Procedures
Incident Management
Assessments
Closing Address
This course will give you the confidence to be able to act appropriately in an emergency within the UK or beyond. At the end of the course you will receive your certificate that is approved by the HSE for first aid at work as well as all NGB such MLTE.
This course is self catering to maximise teaching time
Camping is not essential although some days training will finish quite late. There is plenty of space for camping whether in hammocks or tents.
Kit List
Please do not spend a fortune on the latest designer outdoor wear. This is not necessary and brambles etc may damage your shiny new kit.
It is important to remember that the weather in the UK is changeable at best. Our courses run in most conditions.
Therefore sensible outdoor clothing is important. You will be more comfortable in clothes that dry quickly.We can advise you if you are unsure.
Where possible choose natural materials.
You will need good footwear; walking boots or stout walking shoes is a good idea.However you may bring a pair of Wellington boots if it is wet. A spare pair of old trainers might be a good idea.
At least 3 pairs of socks.
A couple of Mid Layers. - Wool jumpers are more resistant to sparks than fleece.
Please do not wear Jeans, as these are slow to dry.
Poly cotton trousers are a good alternative x2.
Several changes of under wear.
A Waterproof – Windproof.Small tent Sleeping bag - preferably 3 season
Tent/Hammock/Shelter
Sleeping Bag
A cotton sleeping bag or a silk liner if you think you may not be warm enough.
Inflatable sleeping mat. Or a foam sleeping mat.
Knife, Fork, Spoon.Plate, mug, own drying up cloth.
Wash kit (Biodegradable Please) and Towel.
Personal First Aid Kit (Include plasters, pain killers, blister kit, tweezers and personal medication).
Women are also advised to bring sanitary products.
Sun block
Sunglasses.
Insect repellent
Note book and pencils
Water bottle
Torch with plenty of spare sets of batteries
Snacks etc.
Optional
Camp chair or piece of foam. Tree stumps lose their romance after a couple of days.
Camera, film and spare batteries remember there are no power sockets in the woods to recharge your gadgets.
Alcohol is not permitted on any Forest Knights course.
If you have any questions about equipment please do not hesitate to contact us.
Location
Forest Knights bushcraft school courses are held in the beautiful Sussex countryside not far from the historic city of Arundel. Our site is on the edge of the proposed South Downs National Park and contains a wide range of plants, animals and bird life
We are perfectly situated for easy travel from London and the major cities on the south coast like Brighton, Southampton and Crawley. Gatwick is less than 40 minutes away.
Enjoy a weekend or longer in our beautiful woods with 250 acres to explore you can leave the stress of modern city living behind and immerse yourself in the rewarding timeless world of bushcraft and survival.
To reduce our impact on the woodland environment we use a number of camping areas within the woods, each site has a unique character chosen to enhance the particular bushcraft skills on offer.
The nearest train station is Arundel on the main line from Victoria. Whatever your mode of transport you will be met and lead to our camp.
jonajuna
13-02-2010, 00:25
is the cost stated above correct as it is much cheaper than the same course on the forest knights site?
*ponders if can persuade work to pay for the course if i take the study time as annual leave.....*
Yep, it's a lot cheaper and well worth it
Yep, it's a lot cheaper and well worth it
x2. Excellent course.
jonajuna
14-02-2010, 19:45
time to take the boss out to lunch then! ;)
ditto! :D
narrowly missed out on the last one with redundancies at work.
cheers, and.
jonajuna
16-02-2010, 21:24
whats remaining space like? sent a please please please email to my boss lady today, but even if she is ok with it, i still have to get through a bit of red tape first (and they say its the public sector thats full of bureaucracy??? voluntary is at least as bad!), so could still be couple of weeks til funding is through
do you know if it can be invoiced?
Also interested, are there any spaces left.
Is the course suitable for someone with no prior first aid experience?
Thanks
Helen Back
18-02-2010, 13:32
I fancy this course too. Starting tomorrow I'm away for a while and might not be able to follow up on payments immediately (say 1st March).
What time does it start on the 30th?
I'm new to the site, do I need to be a paid-up member to attend?
How do I book a place?
Thanks,
Dean
jonajuna
18-02-2010, 20:03
well i wont be coming :( grrr ?££$$%^&*&%$£%%%£ yes thats cursing at my employer
hope its a success for all that do go, looks fun
Tony,
How do we book the course and are there any places left? This looks perfect and will make a great birthday present to myself :)
Nigel.
Tony - any news on places, as I may be interested now that my FAAW has lapsed.
Cheers,
Ag
jdlenton
10-03-2010, 01:12
I'm going to be up for this I'll pm you when i know from work
rainbowhands
10-03-2010, 19:51
Hi are there still places for this course, and sorry to repeat the questions, do you need previous first aid experience???
If a place is still available, I'd be very interested in attending. How do I go about booking a place?
Regards,
Scott
Sign me up! :) How do I apply?
OK, below is a link for payment for this course, we have a minimum of 8 people for this course and i'll post in here as soon as the minimum is reached.
Feel free to post any questions you may have in this forum or email info@bushcraftuk.com
Book here for your bushcraft uk - Advanced Explorer First Aid Course (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=KY3262SQWBJRL )
Please include your details:
Name, (inc fforum name)
Address and contact number.
If you require an alternative payment method email us at info@buscraftuk.com
What time does it start on the 30th?
I'm new to the site, do I need to be a paid-up member to attend?
How do I book a place?
Thanks,
Dean
It will start in the afternoon although you can be accommodated if you come later.
No you don't need to be a Full Member to attend this course, this special price is available to all members of bushcraft uk
I've added the payment link and information we need
goodjob
Also interested, are there any spaces left.
Is the course suitable for someone with no prior first aid experience?
Thanks
Yes, it's suitable for anyone from complete beginner to those wanting to renew their First Aid at Work Cert and beyond
Tone i have just sighed up for the first aid course and was wondering about the timings for the course, when it starts, what time do we need to be there by,do we have to be there the night before, and what time will it end on the monday, will all this be answered on the joining instructions?
Regards Ziggy
We've done a few bcuk First Aid courses with Forest Knight now and they've all been excellent so we've organised another one for this year.
If you need your HSE First Aid at work or you just want some more first aid skills this is a great value course that really focuses on our needs as bushcrafters and as responsible people.
COURSE DETAILS:
Course provider: Forest Knights.
Maximum numbers: 10
Date of FAC- 30th April - 3rd May 2010
Cost: £200
Below is a link for payment for this course, we have a minimum of 8 people for this course and i'll post in here as soon as the minimum is reached.
Feel free to post any questions you may have in this forum or email info@bushcraftuk.com
Book here for your bushcraft uk - Advanced Explorer First Aid Course (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=KY3262SQWBJRL )
Please include your details:
Name, (inc fforum name)
Address and contact number.
If you require an alternative payment method email us at info@buscraftuk.com
4 Day advanced certificated course carefully designed for groups travelling to remote areas. This course exceeds the requirements for the HSE First Aid At Work Certificate. This course is recognised by all outdoor NGBs.
Itinerary
Day 1
Course Introduction
What is First Aid?
First Aid in the Outdoors
Responsibilities of the First Aider
Action in an Emergency
Primary Assessment
Secondary Assessment
Breathing & Circulation
Principals of Resuscitation
Hypoxia (wilderness setting)
Airway Obstruction / Airway Management
Day 2
Recap on Day 1
Disorders of Circulation
Disorders of Consciousness
Wounds & Bleeding
Incident Management
Bites & Stings
Expedition Hygiene
Day 3
Recap on Day 1 & 2
Burns & Scalds on expedition
Fractures & Spinal injuries
Poisoning
Incident ManagementForeign BodiesEvacuation Techniques
Effects of Heat & Cold
Day 4
Recap on Day 1 & 2 & 3
Casualty Management
Resuscitation Procedures
Incident Management
Assessments
Closing Address
This course will give you the confidence to be able to act appropriately in an emergency within the UK or beyond. At the end of the course you will receive your certificate that is approved by the HSE for first aid at work as well as all NGB such MLTE.
This course is self catering to maximise teaching time
Camping is not essential although some days training will finish quite late. There is plenty of space for camping whether in hammocks or tents.
Kit List
Please do not spend a fortune on the latest designer outdoor wear. This is not necessary and brambles etc may damage your shiny new kit.
It is important to remember that the weather in the UK is changeable at best. Our courses run in most conditions.
Therefore sensible outdoor clothing is important. You will be more comfortable in clothes that dry quickly.We can advise you if you are unsure.
Where possible choose natural materials.
You will need good footwear; walking boots or stout walking shoes is a good idea.However you may bring a pair of Wellington boots if it is wet. A spare pair of old trainers might be a good idea.
At least 3 pairs of socks.
A couple of Mid Layers. - Wool jumpers are more resistant to sparks than fleece.
Please do not wear Jeans, as these are slow to dry.
Poly cotton trousers are a good alternative x2.
Several changes of under wear.
A Waterproof – Windproof.Small tent Sleeping bag - preferably 3 season
Tent/Hammock/Shelter
Sleeping Bag
A cotton sleeping bag or a silk liner if you think you may not be warm enough.
Inflatable sleeping mat. Or a foam sleeping mat.
Knife, Fork, Spoon.Plate, mug, own drying up cloth.
Wash kit (Biodegradable Please) and Towel.
Personal First Aid Kit (Include plasters, pain killers, blister kit, tweezers and personal medication).
Women are also advised to bring sanitary products.
Sun block
Sunglasses.
Insect repellent
Note book and pencils
Water bottle
Torch with plenty of spare sets of batteries
Snacks etc.
Optional
Camp chair or piece of foam. Tree stumps lose their romance after a couple of days.
Camera, film and spare batteries remember there are no power sockets in the woods to recharge your gadgets.
Alcohol is not permitted on any Forest Knights course.
If you have any questions about equipment please do not hesitate to contact us.
Location
Forest Knights bushcraft school courses are held in the beautiful Sussex countryside not far from the historic city of Arundel. Our site is on the edge of the proposed South Downs National Park and contains a wide range of plants, animals and bird life
We are perfectly situated for easy travel from London and the major cities on the south coast like Brighton, Southampton and Crawley. Gatwick is less than 40 minutes away.
Enjoy a weekend or longer in our beautiful woods with 250 acres to explore you can leave the stress of modern city living behind and immerse yourself in the rewarding timeless world of bushcraft and survival.
To reduce our impact on the woodland environment we use a number of camping areas within the woods, each site has a unique character chosen to enhance the particular bushcraft skills on offer.
The nearest train station is Arundel on the main line from Victoria. Whatever your mode of transport you will be met and lead to our camp.
I'm in the process of clarifying with Wayne but i expect it's going to be about 10 in the Morning (meet at Arundel station) and it will finish at about 3:30 on the Monday. Previously people have been able to arrive the night before and set up ready for the next day, I'll check to see if this is still viable.
Helen Back, sorry, this contradicts what i've said above, i was wrong, i got confused because I arrived the day before last year :D if you let me know when you can get there we can check to see if it's viable (if you end up missing some)
Hi Tony,
Setting up the night before would be useful if I can. Also what is the deadline for payment? Payday is on the 25th so paying at the end of next week will give me breathing space.
Ta,
Nigel.
That should be fine Nigel :D
All paid up - see you there!
Ag
I would like to come on this course.
Will try to book time off work tommorow.
Are there still places?
Yes, we've still got room for a few people :D You're very welcome to join the group.
Hi Tony,
Is there any possibility of setting up the night before? The train timetable to Arundel requires 4 changes starting at silly o'clock to have any chance of getting there on time on the day (and that's if there are no last minute unexpected delays or cancellations!:()
Yes, there's no problem with people coming the night before to set up, the only issue might be getting people to the site the night before from the train station
kazinnature
26-03-2010, 17:26
I'd really like to come aswell if there's anymore places but can't book until tomorrow
there's still a few places left so great to have you :D Tomorrow is fine goodjob
Yes, there's no problem with people coming the night before to set up, the only issue might be getting people to the site the night before from the train station
hmmm... so... stumbling around in hopeful proximity to what might possibly be something that sort of looks like the site, on my tod in the dark, not advisable then?
Tony: [I]hullo Jimbob, seems like you've had a bit of a nasty accident what with that drainage ditch, the falling log and some rusty old barbed wire?
Jimbob: er, yes, hmmm, that'd be right
Tony: bit ironic then, with this being a first aid course and all that...
:D It's just one of those things that needs to be arranged some how :neo2:
heh, I'll leave it to your ability to affect 'reality' Toneo :neo2:
Booked & paid for :)
I may need to travel down on Thursday as well as it's a 4 hour drive from here!
Looking forward to it.
Cheers,
Broch
Got it my end, thanks Broch goodjob
Paypal cash on it's way (at last!).
A Thursday arrival would be good for me too.
Ta,
Nigel.
Cool, that's come through thanks Nigel.
Wayne says there's no problem getting people on the Thursday night if needed.
Hi Tony will there be joining instructions sent to my address by forest nights ? I have payed in full on the 16th March and have not recieved anything through the post as of yet, plus will there be directions from Arundell as i am from the west country and will be driving up the night before to get ready for the course and do not know the area at all.
Regards Ziggy
yes, I'll be sending out the info for you all, hold tight :D
That's great news Tony goodjob
Bush Matt
08-04-2010, 14:58
Hi, just booked on to this. Reminded my boss that no one in the office had FAAW and he agreed that I should!
Tony - if you could email me any details that would be great.
Cheers, Matt.
will, do although it's going to be early next week now.
goodjob
Matt, you should have received the joining instructions etc today :D
kazinnature
16-04-2010, 09:07
Matt,
Are you driving or getting the train. If you are driving I would really appreciate a lift somewhere along the way, obviously I'd split the petrol costs. If you are driving but like your own company thats fine too :)
Bush Matt
18-04-2010, 11:04
Hi kaz, will be driving, no problem to give you a lift.
If anyone needs a lift from Cardiff or thereabouts going down on the Thursday evening drop me a line.
If anyone needs a lift from Cardiff or thereabouts going down on the Thursday evening drop me a line.
Similarly, driving down from Welshpool area Thursday afternoon.
Cheers,
Broch
kazinnature
19-04-2010, 09:33
Excellent, thanks Matt, will message you nearer the time to arrange
Currently in India on business, but hoping that I'll be able to get back when the ash finally drifts off....
I'll be coming from Brighton on the Friday morning for those who want a lift - although I'll be heading back to Bournemouth after.
Cheers,
A reminder for those that haven't yet sent in your forums for the course, please get them into us
Cheers
Tone
Are there any spaces left, or am I too late?
Thanks
No, you're not too late :D We've got a couple of spaces left
Hi Tony, just to check you've received my forms - sent 1st April.
Yes thanks mate, that came though fine goodjob
Just sent payment now.
Thanks :)
Forms? Bugger!
Is that the medical statement thingy? Where do I send it to?
Sorry!
yeah it is, info@bushcraftuk.com :D
kazinnature
26-04-2010, 15:10
Matt I have sent you a PM :)
Tony,
Any instructions on how we find the site on the Thursday evening? Or should we contact Wayne directly to discuss?
Cheers,
Broch
You're best talking to Wayne on this as he can make sure all's well depending on what time you're arriving etc
Any problems drop me a line.
Hi all.
Several people are planning on arriving on Thursday night. This is fine.
If you email me directly on info@forestknights.co.uk I can send you a detailed map of the area.
Please remember to bring some personal water and your first aid kits.
This will be a pretty much a non stop first aid course so make sure you have plenty of note paper etc.
My mobile is 07771540184.
I will be taking course materials to the woods throughout Thursday evening so no doubt will have a chance to meet up with the early arrivals.
I am really looking forward to this weekend. The last BCUK course was a real blast with students performing to a really high standard.
Excellent course.
Thanks certainly goes out to Wayne and everyone else who attended to make it both really good fun and very educational.
Fingers crossed it's a skill I never have to use....
I second that; thoroughly recommended.
Good company, good location, great course. Thanks again Wayne.
goodjob
My first time meeting those strange people from t'internet - great course and excellent company. How's your chest, Nigel?
Thanks, Wayne!
Bush Matt
04-05-2010, 22:10
Opened up the first aid kit at work today to realise I could bandage a finger with the contents but that was about it! New bits ordered for work and for me ...
Course was fantastic - instruction, company (my first bcuk event), location and value!
Hope to catch up with you all in the future, cheers, matt.
Good to know that you've had the same experience as the rest of us goodjob
Thanks Wayne for running this for us :D
kazinnature
05-05-2010, 11:07
Great course and company, learnt a lot, and come away feeling much more confident in administering first aid. Thanks again to Wayne.
And to Matt for the much appreciated lift.
Fantastic course, excellent tuition, great company; thoroughly recomended! If I'd been doing this in a classroom my mind would have wandered off-topic. Wayne's style and location kept me (mostly) focused from beginning to end and kept it great fun too.
Considering some of the sobering information learnt and the grounding realisations about oneself that came from this course I'd say taking a course like this is vital to anyone spending any serious time outdoors.
Nice one Wayne!
I can only agree with what the others have already said. Brilliant course, lovely location and very good company. I couldn't have asked for more. A big "thanks" to Wayne and all the guys who attended.
Also a couple of aplogies;
1: my snoring and coughing keeping anyone awake
2: to James for calling him a "pr*k", but then I was in character and his damn dog had just caused the crash!
3: to Joel for stepping on his hand :)
As for my chest it's not too bad. Shame I coughed up a lung at the "other" camp! DOH!
Just to let everyone know I have not yet received the certs. I fly out to Japan on Wednesday am so will visit the certification office on Tuesday to collect them.
A quick update on your certs. They are now living in my house when I return from Japan I will post them out. I beleive I need a current address from Karen.
Chris the Cat
18-05-2010, 17:50
Sorry to have missed this!
Heads up for the next one please Wayne!?
My best.
Chris
Ach, no worries about calling me a pr*k, Nigel, I should have kept a closer eye on that darn imaginary dog o' mine! :)
Bush Matt
01-07-2010, 16:52
Hi Wayne, did you get a chance to post the certificates? Not received anything yet? Cheers, Matt.
Bush Matt
01-07-2010, 17:24
I know we discussed private prescriptions for antibiotics if heading on a trip. These guys offer an online service (your order is reviewed by a physician before dispatch) which is quick and simple:
https://www.doctorfox.co.uk
Added ciproflaxcin and doxycycline to the kit.
Cheers, Matt.
All certs have been posted. So if you have not received them by Monday. Email me on info@forestknights.co.uk. and I will organise a replacement.
I know we discussed private prescriptions for antibiotics if heading on a trip. These guys offer an online service (your order is reviewed by a physician before dispatch) which is quick and simple:
https://www.doctorfox.co.uk
Added ciproflaxcin and doxycycline to the kit.
Cheers, Matt.
Matt, thanks for that. Off to see the Doc about our trip as soon as my certificate arrives! Unfortunately doctorfox doesn't supply Tinidazole (Guardia) or Co-amoxiclav (septicaemia & appendicitis) but useful source for a lot of other stuff.
Cheers,
Broch
rainbowhands
08-02-2011, 22:45
Hey any chance of a repeat of this one this year???
Louise
Dark Horse Dave
09-02-2011, 09:40
Hey any chance of a repeat of this one this year???
Louise
I'd be very interested too
(Hi Louise!)
yep :D I'll get dates up soon.
Pacman99uk
08-06-2011, 20:32
cant believe i missed this! put me down for the next one you guys do!
out of interest how long is the certificate valid for until you need to take a booster course? (in a work environment)
thanks,
-Warren
3 years currently then its a 2 day course as long as you stay current otherwise its the full course again.