Chemical First Aid at Work – What You Need to Know Read More

 Wednesday 27^th September 2023 @  2.00pm  Hybrid Meeting 

Chemical First Aid at Work – What You Need to Know

Learning what to do following a chemical accident is an essential skill for all those who handle chemicals. It is essential to understand the epidemiology of chemical injuries. When an incident occurs employees should be able to identify dangers at the scene & keep themselves safe. They should be able to manage solid and liquid chemical injuries to the skin and/or eyes, the inhalation of chemicals or needle-stick injuries. They should understand the value and limitations of their organisation’s Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and how to report adverse events.

Tom Hewes, PRU Medical

Tom Hewes worked as a paramedic in an ambulance in Cardiff city centre for four years, then alone in a Rapid Response Vehicle for a further four years, before becoming a Team Leader in Wales’ first Hazardous Area Response Team. During his career, he has attended many difficult situations, and successfully led his team at two major incidents. In 2015 Tom became a lecturer at Swansea University. He is now Senior Lecturer and the Programme Director for the BSc in Paramedic Science. He will be presenting in person at the venue.

IQ Building, University of Wales Trinity St Davids, Swansea Marina Campus SA1 8AL

Directions to IQ building, University of Wales Trinity St Davids, Swansea Marina Campus SA1 8AL – turn off Fabian Way, A483 by Sancta Maria Hospital, turn right at roundabout, along Langdon Road; turn left at T junction along Kings Road and drive past the ICON Building – park in the first Trinity St Davids car park on the right hand side – Please make sure to register your car in reception of IQ Building, and confirm which room we are holding the meeting.

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