Course Overview:

This Driver CPC module provides Basic First Aid Awareness for professional drivers who may be first on the scene of a road traffic collision or encounter medical emergencies while on duty.

It offers clear, practical guidance on how to recognise, respond to, and manage common first aid situations, empowering drivers with the confidence to act quickly, safely, and within the scope of their role — without requiring a formal first aid qualification.

This is not a certified first aid course, but it covers the essential life-saving skills that every driver should know.

What You’ll Learn:

• The responsibilities of a first responder at the scene of an incident

• How to conduct a quick scene assessment and ensure personal safety

• Basic emergency communication: calling 999 and giving accurate information

• Managing an unconscious casualty (DRABC protocol)

• How to check for breathing and signs of life

• The recovery position: when and how to use it

• CPR overview (adult only – non-practical, awareness-based)

• How to assist with:

  • Bleeding and wounds

  • Burns and scalds

  • Choking

  • Shock

  • Seizures

• What to do while waiting for emergency services

• First aid kit contents and basic vehicle emergency preparedness

Who Should Attend:

• HGV, LGV, and PCV drivers

• Delivery and long-distance drivers

• Fleet operators looking to improve duty-of-care provision

• Drivers who want to build confidence in emergency response situations

Course Benefits:

• Gain confidence to respond calmly to roadside emergencies

• Understand your legal and moral responsibilities as a driver

• Reduce panic and improve safety outcomes in critical situations

• Contribute to workplace safety culture

• Complement your CPC with a practical, life-saving skillset