First Aid for Rugby - First Aid Course

Safety and fun are our wolves' top priority! Adequate first aid increases the safety of the athlete and can sometimes even prevent worse. In collaboration with Rugby Nederland, we organize a "First aid for Rugby First Aid" course. The aim of this training is to train participants in basic skills in the field of first aid on the rugby field for common injuries in rugby. We invite all our involved parents and volunteers to follow this training. Register via the form at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions, please contact Eline Hoogstra (06 - 1950 6435) or Jeroen Plat.

Practical information

Sunday April 21st from 9.30 am @ our SRFC field and the canteen of FC De Bilt.

Description

The aim of this course is to train participants in basic first aid skills on the rugby field for common rugby injuries.

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be able to:

- Ensure the safety of the emergency worker

- Primary course of action in “On-Field” assessment of injuries:

- Procedure in case of (suspected) neck injury

- Assessment of airway, breathing and circulation

- Recognizing difficulty in determining severity of injuries in acute stages (particularly in relation to head injury and concussion)

- Recognizing heart problems and performing resuscitation and using AED

- Appropriate primary action in case of (suspected) spinal problems in an emergency situation

- Understands the role of the rescuer in the “Chain of Survival”

- Appropriate primary treatment for common injuries to the extremities (including fractures, ligament injuries, muscle injuries)

- Carrying out a risk assessment and making a plan for potential emergency situations at sports facilities

The training includes both theoretical and practical activities, active participation is expected from all participants in all different parts

Target audience

Everyone (16 years and older) involved in the (direct or indirect) supervision of rugby teams. Physiotherapists, (sports) doctors, coaches, referees, parents or association-appointed care providers. No prior education is required.

Duration of training & preparation 9 hours contact – 10 hours self-study

All necessary resources and materials will be provided, before the start of the course the following programs must be followed via the website passport.worldrugby.org and completed with a certificate:

- First Aid in Rugby

- Concussion Management for the General Public

CostsThe costs for participation €85 per person are reimbursed by the sports agreement (municipality). However, participants must be tenner members of the association (in connection with insurance via Rugby Nederland).