AShawExperience

30/04/2026

Two-day Outdoor First Aid training in real woodland conditions, covering trauma, burns, bites, and remote care, building the confidence to assess, adapt, and act effectively when you’re away from immediate help.

This week Allan travelled to South Wales to deliver a comprehensive First Aid at Work course at the historic Atlantic College

30/04/2026

Quiz time!

If blood soaks through the first bandage, what is the correct next step?

29/04/2026

Two-day Outdoor First Aid training tailored for mountain bikers, covering trail injuries, bleed control, trauma, and remote incident management, building the confidence to assess, treat, and manage casualties when help is delayed.

This week Allan travelled to Bolton to conduct first aid training specifically designed for Mountain Bikers.

29/04/2026

People travelled from across the UK for this. Two days of advanced, hands-on training covering everything from catastrophic bleeds to altitude illness. Real scenarios, real pressure, real skills you can rely on.

First aid instructors travelled from across the country, all the way to Leek, to take part in a 2 day REC ADVANCED First aid course.

29/04/2026

Our 1-day HSE Emergency First Aid at Work course equips staff with the skills to assess incidents, manage unconscious casualties, perform CPR, control bleeding and use AEDs. Meets statutory workplace requirements with certification valid for 3 years.

Allan Shaw provides realistic emergency first aid at work courses throughout Southport, Lancashire & Merseyside

28/04/2026

One-day Emergency First Aid at Work training for students, building real confidence through hands-on CPR, AED use, trauma care, and medical emergencies, giving practical skills that support future careers and everyday life.

This week Allan travelled to Bolton to conduct first aid training specifically designed for Mountain Bikers.

28/04/2026

Even healthcare professionals sharpen their skills. Hands-on BLS training at Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy, covering CPR, defibs, and real-world scenarios. Confidence comes from practice, not theory.

My recent Basic Life Support Course at Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy was a great success. Read about the course here

28/04/2026

When you’re far from help, basic first aid isn’t enough. This 16-hour course builds advanced skills for real expedition environments, from trauma and illness to altitude and tropical risks. Learn to take control when it matters most.

These Travel & Expedition First Aid Courses are a must for anyone going on an expedition. Allan Shaw is a highly experienced expedition leader

27/04/2026

Mental health support starts with awareness. Staff at Hugh Baird College trained to recognise signs, have better conversations, and support students with confidence. Simple skills that make a real difference.

These 4 hour mental health awareness first aid courses are a great introduction to mental health issues within your work environment.

27/04/2026

Mental Health in the Workplace courses help staff recognise common mental health issues, reduce stigma and support colleagues. Training covers stress, depression, appropriate language, self-care and workplace action plans to promote mental wellbeing.

The Qualsafe Level 1 Award in Introduction to Mental Health in the Workplace is a nationally recognised certification course.

27/04/2026

Be PREPARED
Are you a scout leader who needs to renew their first aid and don’t think an online course is worth the paper its written on? If so Allan runs open 16 hour outdoor 1st Aid & EFAW & F ( Forestry – big bleeds tourniquets and haemostats) once a month in Stoke, Leek and Southport. The qualifications cover all of the scout remit and much more and Allan has delivered these courses to scout leaders and scout teams throughout the north west and midlands.
If you or your scout group want a suitable course running contact Allan at ashawexperience@gmail.com

26/04/2026

Most workplaces are legally required to have first aid cover. Would yours cope in an emergency? Get trained in one day, meet HSE requirements, and gain the confidence to act when it matters.

For the most engaging Emergency First Aid at Work Courses in Southport. Allan Shaw has fantastic feedback from his first aid courses