Anaphylaxis first aid

Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) can kill without immediate first aid.

The UK is one of the top three countries in the world for incidence of allergies. An estimated 21 million adults suffer from at least one allergy and six to eight percent of children have a proven food allergy.

Who should attend?

Those who provide childcare and workplace first aiders who have to deal with those prone to anaphylaxis should also attend.

What you will learn

Prevention, recognition and treatment of severe allergic reaction including the use of auto-injectors and CPR.

Course content

  • Allergic reaction
  • Auto-injector
  • Communication and casualty care

  • Resuscitation (CPR all ages)
  • Primary survey
  • Unconscious casualty

Course duration

Half a day.