Naloxone for Opioid Overdoses Online Training Course

OHS CERTIFIED NALOXONE TRAINING FOR WORKPLACE OPIOID OVERDOSES The Workplace Naloxone course, aligned with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards, aims to empower employees with the knowledge and skills to assist individuals during opioid overdoses, thereby enhancing workplace safety for all. IN THIS COURSE, YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT The course is fully narrative and AODA-compliant, and describes each chapter in a comprehensive manner using relevant images. You can stop the course at any time after you’ve begun it and pick up where you left off. A final test is offered to gauge your understanding at the end of the course. If you successfully pass this final test, you will get a completion certificate that will help you in your career. WHAT ARE THE KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES OF THE NALOXONE PROGRAM? Identify the signs of an opioid overdose. Understand the steps to respond effectively to an opioid overdose. Understand what Naloxone is and how it works. Learn how to administer Naloxone safely and effectively. Recognize potential hazards associated with the administration of Naloxone. Understand the purpose and implications of the Good Samaritan Act. OHS – WORKPLACE NALOXONE TRAINING FOR OPIOID OVERDOSES COURSE OUTLINE This Naloxone training program teaches employees how to recognize signs of overdose, administer naloxone (a medication that can reverse the effects of opioids), and take appropriate emergency actions. What are Opioids? EXAMPLES OF OPIOIDS The risks Opioid use The risks of opioid use The cause of an opioid use The signs of an opioid overdose The symptoms of an opioid overdose Opioids in the workplace Workplaces at risk Naloxone Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons How naloxone works CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION – OHS WORKPLACE NALOXONE TRAINING PROGRAM A certificate will be awarded to the participant for successfully completing the OHS Workplace Naloxone Training Program.