First Aid at Work Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire

07/10/2026

Not only do I deliver First Aid and Workplace Mental Health training, I’m also a Committee Member and service user at Grampian MS Therapy Centre

And I’ve been rather busy behind the scenes organising something BIG for the Centre...

Introducing The O₂ Spin Marathon!
30 SPIN BIKES
26.2 HOURS
ONE MISSION

Yes, you read that correctly.
26.2 HOURS, NOT MILES!

On 20–21 February 2027, we’re taking on a challenge unlike anything we’ve done before.

We have our very own World Champion, Colin Wallace
We have the spin bikes.
We have the venue, TEAM X.
And we have 26.2 hours on the clock.

Now we need YOU!

Watch the video. Turn the sound up. And see what we’re planning!
Do you want to find out more? Then check out the link in the comments.

I’d love my FAAW clients, contacts and followers to get behind us. Whether that's getting involved, supporting the event or simply sharing this post and helping us spread the word, it would mean a lot.

29/09/2026

🤯61,000 workers in Scotland.

That’s the estimated number experiencing work-related stress, depression or anxiety each year, according to HSE figures.

When we think about First Aid at Work, we naturally think about CPR, defibrillators, bleeding or someone becoming physically unwell.

But workplace health isn’t only physical.

Starting in November, I’ll be running a scheduled OPEN Workplace Mental Health (WMH) course every month at my Aberdeen training facility.

The monthly OPEN course is ideal for businesses that may only need one or two members of staff trained, rather than arranging a full private course.

Mental health training isn’t about turning people into counsellors. It’s about giving people the confidence to recognise when someone may be struggling, start a conversation, listen without judgement and know where to signpost them for appropriate support.

For larger teams, private half-day, one-day and two-day Workplace Mental Health training is also available, either at your workplace or at my Aberdeen training facility.

Is your workplace prepared?

Message me for upcoming dates and further information, or head over to my website to view all scheduled courses.

23/09/2026

Admin & Oxygen Day

Making the most of my time at Grampian MS Therapy Centre today
Oxygen Therapy AND getting all my 2027 course dates organised at the same time.

Who says I can’t multitask? 😂

11/08/2026

MORE AUGUST COURSE DATES ADDED!

Due to demand, I’ve added more OPEN First Aid course dates for August 🙌

If you’ve been meaning to get your First Aid qualification sorted, need to renew an existing certificate, or have members of your team who need trained, there are now some extra opportunities before the end of the summer.

📅 24th & 25th August 2026
Courses available include:
✅ Emergency First Aid at Work
✅ First Aid at Work – Requalification
✅ First Aid at Work – Blended
✅ Emergency First Aid at Work + Forestry

📍 Courses are held at the First Aid at Work Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire training facility in Aberdeen.

OPEN courses are ideal if you only have one or two members of staff needing training, there’s no need to organise a full private course for your workplace.

⚠️ Booking is essential and places are limited.

Book your place directly through the First Aid at Work Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire website, or drop me an email if you’re not sure which course you need and I’ll be happy to help.

🌐 firstaidatworkaberdeen.co.uk
📧 [email protected]
Making Training Fun, Engaging & Memorable.

24/07/2026

🍾 Friday drinks with the team! 😎

It's been another busy week of First Aid training, so I thought I'd treat the team to a wee drink...

Meet the stars of the show... Bob, Bob, Bob, and... Bob! 😂

✅ They never phone in sick.
✅ They never moan.
✅They don't mind practising CPR hundreds of times a week.
✅And they're always happy to help save lives!

All jokes aside, these 'Resusci Annes' have helped train hundreds of people over the years, giving them the confidence and skills to step in when someone needs help most.

Now... who's buying the next round? 🍾🥂🤣

Have a fantastic weekend everyone! 💚

P.S. HR have confirmed Bob, Bob, Bob and Bob are all getting Monday off. 😉

13/07/2026

🎧 Listen with the volume up! 🎶

💧🚽 WHAT COLOUR IS YOUR P*E? 🚽💧

Yes... we're talking about p*e! 😂

It might not be glamorous, but it's one of the easiest ways to check if you're drinking enough water.

So I thought I'd make learning about hydration a bit more fun...

🎶 A catchy song
😂 A funny stickperson
🚽 A toilet
💧 And a hydration colour chart you'll hopefully never forget!

⚠️ One thing I forgot to mention in the video...

Don't ignore that "pang of thirst!"

It's your body's way of saying:
"I'm starting to become dehydrated... please give me some water!" 💧

By the time you actually feel thirsty, dehydration has already begun, so don't wait until then to have a drink.

Remember...

✅ Colours 1–3 = Great! Keep it up!
⚠️ Colours 4–6 = Time to drink more water.
🚨 Colours 7–8 = Your body needs fluids urgently.

Have a watch... and then maybe go and grab yourself a glass of water! 💙💧

(And yes... you'll probably never look at the toilet the same way again! 😂🚽)

09/07/2026

I have KCR by Kim's KCR every week, and it is brilliant.......try it, and you'll understand what it is, how it works 💚

Kcr is a process and everyone is different, it can be a quick fix or a process.
You don’t go to the gym for a day and become fit, you have to build it up do the exercises and stay focused on the outcome. Your body has muscle memory and has to be trained to get back to being at its best. Simple
Just remember hiw you felt when you got up from the table after ur treatment as this is your aim. Strengthening ur muscles to support ur body in the right way.

09/07/2026

Missing person....please share.

Please, can you help!

Officers are asking for the help of the public to trace a 49-year-old man reported missing from Peterculter in Aberdeen.

Keith Gauld was last seen around 11 am on Monday, 6 July, in the Paddock area and reported missing on Thursday, 9 July.

He is described as white, around 5ft 8ins, of athletic build, with brown, greying hair. It is not known exactly what he is wearing but it may be a t-shirt, a fleece, jeans and walking shoes.

Keith is an experienced hill walker and has a white Citroen Berlingo, registration SM67 LPJ. He may have travelled to the Crathes area.

Sergeant Julie Nicol said: “Concerns are growing for Keith’s welfare and we need to make sure he is safe and well.

“We are asking anyone who has seen Keith or his car, or knows where he might be to get in touch.

“If Keith hears about this appeal I would ask him to get in touch with us or his family.”

Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 1157 of Thurs

09/07/2026

😲 Have You Ever Choked?
It's one of those situations that most of us never expect to face... until it happens.

Would you know what to do if a family member, colleague or customer started choking?

During my first aid courses, delegates don't just learn the theory, they get to practise the correct technique using the fantastic The Act Fast Anti-Choking TrainerLLC™. It allows everyone to safely experience what effective Back Blows & Abdominal thrusts feel like and build the confidence to act quickly in a real emergency.

A huge thank you to Stonehaven Engineering. for allowing me to share this photo from one of their recent training sessions.

💚 First aid isn't about remembering pages of information...
It's about having the confidence to step forward when someone needs you most.

Have you ever witnessed someone choking?
Share your experience in the comments below.👇🏽

07/07/2026

👶 Paediatric First Aid Courses – Saturday 18th July 2026 👶

Do you work with babies, children or young people aged 0–18 years? Or are you a childminder, nursery practitioner, teacher, teaching assistant, sports coach, foster carer or parent wanting to feel more confident in an emergency?

Join me on Saturday 18th July at my Aberdeen Training Centre for one of my engaging, hands-on Paediatric First Aid courses.

✅ Emergency Paediatric First Aid (6 Hours)
Perfect for many childcare settings and those wanting essential lifesaving skills.

✅ Paediatric First Aid – Blended
Complete the eLearning in your own time before attending the practical classroom session with me.

Certificates valid for 3 year on successful completion of course work.

You'll learn how to confidently deal with emergencies involving babies and children, including:
🩹 CPR
🩹 Choking
🩹 Severe bleeding
🩹 Burns & scalds
🩹 Seizures
🩹 Anaphylaxis
🩹 Meningitis
🩹 Head injuries..and much more.

📍 Venue: First Aid at Work Aberdeen -Training Facility
📅 Date: Saturday 18th July 2026

📲 Book your place by scanning the QR code on the image, or visit:
www.firstaidatworkaberdeen.co.uk

Places are limited, so don't leave it until the last minute!

Making Training Fun, Engaging & Memorable 💚