Case studies

Paediatric First Aid

Paediatric First Aid training for Southport College staff

29 June 2026

The ability to respond quickly during a medical emergency can make a real difference. That is why staff from Southport College recently completed a practical Paediatric First Aid course with Allan Shaw First Aid.

Southport, Merseyside

Early years care

Workplace First Aid

Emergency First Aid at Work for students at Cronton Sixth Form College

27 April 2026

This week Allan Shaw returned to Cronton Sixth Form College to deliver an engaging Emergency First Aid at Work course for outdoor students in the Sport and Public Service department.

Cronton, Merseyside

Outdoor First Aid

Mountain bike first aid training in Bolton and Blackburn

28 March 2026

When you are guiding riders through forests, trails and technical descents, standard first aid training may not be enough. That is why Wave Adventure recently brought together mountain bike instructors, charity trustees and trainee outdoor leaders for a specialist two-day outdoor first aid course delivered by Allan Shaw.

Bolton, Greater Manchester; Blackburn, Lancashire

Mountain biking

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid training in Shropshire with bushcraft instructors

23 March 2026

Allan recently travelled to Shropshire to deliver a two-day outdoor first aid course at Spirited Adventure.

Shropshire

Bushcraft

Workplace First Aid

First Aid at Work training at Atlantic College, South Wales

5 February 2026

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

South Wales

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid for watersports at Liverpool Watersports Centre

4 February 2026

For over 15 years, Allan has delivered specialist First Aid for Watersports training at the Liverpool Watersports Centre.

Liverpool, Merseyside

Watersports

Outdoor First Aid

Practical Scout first aid courses in Southport and Stoke-on-Trent

20 January 2026

Twenty-four Scout leaders from Southport, Formby, and Crosby completed a weekend of practical Scout First Aid Courses with Allan.

Southport, Merseyside; Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire; Formby, Merseyside; Crosby, Merseyside

Scouting

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid at Kilnworx, Stoke-on-Trent, with an Everest record holder

16 January 2026

Last week, Allan delivered a 16-hour Outdoor First Aid course at Kilnworx Climbing Wall in Stoke-on-Trent.

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire; Everest / altitude

Climbing; Expedition; Forest school

Workplace First Aid

First Aid at Work for Len Wright Salads in Tarleton

9 December 2025

Ten employees from Len Wright Salads in Tarleton have completed a First Aid at Work course.The training helps keep their workplace safer for everyone.It also equips staff with skills to protect family and friends at home.

Tarleton, Lancashire

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid for Awesome Walls staff in Stockport

2 December 2025

Allan has been teaching first aid to Awesome Walls staff for over 25 years.The training began when Awesome Walls first opened its doors.Since then, Allan has worked with both staff and customers across several sites.These include Liverpool, Stockport, Stoke, and Sheffield climbing walls.

Liverpool, Merseyside; Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire; Stockport, Greater Manchester; Sheffield

Climbing

Professional Development

Continuing professional development: Wilderness Expedition Medicine at Glenmore Lodge

26 November 2025

Allan believes wholeheartedly in the value of continuing professional development. Over the past year, he has attended numerous courses with different providers, successfully completing both a First Responder qualification and a course in administering medicine.

Glenmore Lodge, Scottish Highlands

Expedition; Altitude / mountaineering

Expeditions

Expedition first aid with Withington Girls’ School in Eswatini

19 November 2025

When Allan led a two‑week expedition to Eswatini with students from Withington Girls’ School, Manchester, the journey was more than just an adventure. It was a test of resilience, teamwork, and the importance of first aid in remote environments.

Manchester; Eswatini

Expedition

Paediatric First Aid

Forest School first aid training in Ormskirk and Skelmersdale

6 October 2025

Forest School programmes are all about encouraging children to explore, take risks, and learn through outdoor experiences. However, this natural learning environment also brings its own set of challenges and responsibilities—especially when it comes to first aid. That’s why Outdoor Paediatric & Forestry First Aid training is so essential for Forest School practitioners.

Ormskirk, Lancashire; Skelmersdale, Lancashire

Forest school; Early years care

Workplace First Aid

MCA first aid course at Conwy Marina

19 September 2025

This week, Conwy Marina became a hub of essential maritime training as the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) First Aid Course was successfully delivered on behalf of Astronav.

Conwy, North Wales

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid for Duke of Edinburgh staff at Rainford High

23 August 2025

This weekend was busy and brilliant. Duke of Edinburgh staff from Rainford High School completed a two-day Outdoor First Aid course. The focus was simple. Build confidence, practice real skills and prepare for emergencies in the outdoors.

Rainford, Merseyside

Expedition; Duke of Edinburgh

Expeditions

Allan returns from leading an overseas expedition in Borneo

23 August 2025

Allan has recently returned home after another incredible adventure overseas. This time, he led a group of teenagers and teachers deep into the wilds of Borneo.Now back in the UK, Allan is once again running First Aid courses that pass on the same skills he uses on expedition.

Borneo

Expedition; Altitude / mountaineering

Workplace First Aid

Flavourfresh complete workplace first aid training

25 April 2025

Over a focused three-day period, Allan Shaw Experience First Aid delivered multiple Emergency First Aid at Work training sessions for the team at Flavourfresh, a company based in Hesketh Bank near Preston.

Southport, Merseyside

Workplace First Aid

First aid training at Banks St Stephen’s

25 April 2025

At Allan Shaw Experience First Aid, we believe learning never stops – especially when it comes to saving lives. That’s why we were delighted to deliver a Paediatric and Emergency First Aid at Work course to the dedicated teaching and support staff of Banks St Stephen’s Church of England Primary School in Southport.

Southport, Merseyside; Merseyside; Banks, Lancashire

Early years care

Outdoor First Aid

Bangor University Canoe Club complete outdoor first aid training

26 December 2024

To close the year on a high note, Bangor University Canoe Club students participated in an intensive 16-hour Outdoor First Aid Course led by Allan Shaw. Over two action-packed days, the students gained essential skills to handle emergencies in challenging outdoor environments, with a particular focus on water-related incidents.

Banks, Lancashire; Bangor, North Wales; Greece

Canoeing / paddlesports; Expedition

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor expedition first aid with an international attendee from Greece

15 December 2024

How far would you travel for top-quality first aid training? For one participant, the answer was over 1,500 miles! This weekend, Allan Shaw hosted an Outdoor Advanced Expedition First Aid Course, welcoming attendees from diverse backgrounds, including scout leaders, canoe instructors, and a dedicated participant, Lampros, who flew in all the way from Athens, Greece.

Greece

Canoeing / paddlesports; Expedition; Scouting

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid training with Cheshire Wildlife Trust

5 December 2024

Tree surgeons, wildlife volunteers, and office staff from Cheshire Wildlife Trust recently completed an intensive 16-hour Outdoor First Aid & EFAW & Forestry Course led by Allan Shaw at their Bickley Farm base in Cheshire. As the Trust’s recommended first aid training provider, Allan has delivered multiple courses over the years, ensuring their teams are fully prepared for both office and remote outdoor scenarios.

Cheshire

Workplace First Aid

Catastrophic bleeding training in Leek, Staffordshire

1 December 2024

Staffordshire Police and Staffordshire County Council recently collaborated to host a vital Catastrophic Bleeding Course in Leek, led by Allan. With a significant investment in Big Bleed Kits—now distributed across pubs and restaurants throughout Staffordshire—the council aims to ensure public spaces are better prepared to handle life-threatening emergencies.

Leek, Staffordshire; Stafford, Staffordshire

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid for geology students

6 November 2024

Geology students from the Royal School of Mines at Imperial College London took part in a specialised Outdoor First Aid Course with Allan. The training was designed to prepare them for the unique challenges of fieldwork, ensuring they are equipped to handle emergencies during their degree.

Field geology

Outdoor First Aid

Preparing for Everest: Special Forces Altitude First Aid Training with Allan

5 November 2024

Earlier this year, Allan had the privilege of training British Army Special Forces staff for their upcoming expedition to Mount Everest. The two-day Altitude First Aid Course equipped them with life-saving knowledge and skills for tackling extreme conditions at high altitudes.

Everest / altitude

Expedition; Altitude / mountaineering

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid with Dales Paragliding Club

3 November 2024

Pilots from the Dales Paragliding Club in the Yorkshire Dales recently completed a tailored first aid course with Allan. Designed to meet the unique challenges of paragliding, the course combined standard first aid with sport-specific scenarios.

Paragliding

Expeditions

Nine-day World Challenge expedition to Croatia

31 October 2024

Allan recently guided a 9-day expedition to Croatia for World Challenge, giving students an unforgettable outdoor adventure. The trip combined trekking, kayaking, and wild camping, offering a perfect mix of excitement and skill-building.

Croatia

Expedition

Workplace First Aid

Emergency First Aid at Work for Wirral Met health and childcare staff

31 October 2024

Health and childcare staff from Wirral MET recently attended an Emergency First Aid at Work course delivered by Allan. This training equipped them with essential first aid skills they could use in emergencies and share with their students. The day combined hands-on practice with insightful discussions, leaving participants feeling confident and well-prepared.

Wirral, Merseyside

Workplace First Aid

Basic Life Support course for emergency dentists in Manchester

23 October 2024

Emergencies can happen anytime, even in the dentist’s chair. That’s why it’s vital for dental teams to have up-to-date life support skills. Today, Allan delivered a Basic Life Support (BLS) course for emergency dentists and nurses in South Manchester. With years of clinical training between them, the participants still discovered new, valuable insights during the session.

Manchester

Outdoor First Aid

16-hour first aid course for Scout leaders in Stafford

6 October 2024

Scout Leaders and permit holders from the Stafford County Team successfully completed an outdoor first aid course at Sherrats Wood Campsite in Staffordshire. This course provided essential first aid skills tailored for outdoor environments.

Stafford, Staffordshire

Scouting

Workplace First Aid

Emergency first aid course for sports club representatives

4 October 2024

Today, Allan delivered an Emergency First Aid at Work course to representatives of the University of Derby’s Students’ Union sports clubs. Twelve students participated in the course, each responsible for various student groups, including women’s football, futsal, hiking, climbing, and tennis associations.

Everest / altitude

Climbing; Expedition

Outdoor First Aid

Paddlesafe: 16-hour outdoor first aid course at Stanton Lake

30 September 2024

Watersports instructors from Hinckley Canoe Club successfully completed an outdoor watersports first aid course at Stanton Lake in Leicester. This course provided essential first aid skills tailored for outdoor and watersports activities.

Stanton Lake

Watersports; Canoeing / paddlesports; Paddlesports

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid for DofE staff from Trinity Academy, Halifax

26 September 2024

Duke of Edinburgh staff from Trinity Academy in Halifax attended a 2-day outdoor first aid course delivered by Allan Shaw. This course provided essential skills for those working in challenging outdoor environments.

Halifax, West Yorkshire

Duke of Edinburgh

Outdoor First Aid

Outdoor first aid at Astbury Watersports Centre

24 September 2024

Watersports instructors from Astbury Watersports Centre successfully completed a 16-hour outdoor first aid course at Astbury Lake. This course covered essential first aid skills tailored for outdoor and watersports environments.

Croatia; Borneo; Astbury, Cheshire

Watersports

Outdoor First Aid

Advanced overseas expedition course at Abbotsholme School

11 September 2024

Abbotsholme School in Derbyshire welcomed Allan back to run an advanced overseas expedition first aid course. The adventure sports staff participated in the two-day event, enhancing their first aid skills for challenging environments.

Everest / altitude; Rocester, Staffordshire

Expedition; Altitude / mountaineering

Paediatric First Aid

Paediatric first aid for Little Cherubs nursery staff

9 September 2024

Keeping children safe is every parent and carer’s priority. Paediatric first aid courses equip staff with essential skills to handle emergencies. Recently, Allan delivered a paediatric first aid course to the Little Cherubs Nursery staff from Morecambe and a nanny from Formby.

Formby, Merseyside

Early years care

Paediatric First Aid

First aid training at Holy Trinity Primary School, Oldham

2 September 2024

Today, Allan delivered an in-depth Emergency First Aid at Work course at Holy Trinity Primary School in Oldham. It was a productive day, with 24 staff members participating in two separate sessions.

Manchester; Oldham, Greater Manchester; Everest / altitude

Expedition

Paediatric First Aid

Paediatric first aid for Liverpool College nursery staff

30 August 2024

Today, Allan delivered a comprehensive paediatric first aid course to the nursery staff at City of Liverpool College. Nine dedicated staff members, responsible for caring for the children of college staff and students, participated in the training. The course was met with overwhelming approval, as the staff awarded Allan a near-perfect score of 539 out of 540 on their feedback forms—the single lost point attributed to the venue itself – which was their own venue!

Liverpool, Merseyside; Everest / altitude

Expedition; Early years care

Workplace First Aid

First aid training for Thornton College SEN staff

29 August 2024

For the past three days, Thornton College in Liverpool served as the venue for an intensive HSE First Aid at Work course, expertly delivered by Allan. This marks the second time Allan has conducted training at the college in recent years.

Liverpool, Merseyside; Everest / altitude

Expedition

Expeditions

14-day Atlas Mountains expedition in Morocco with Thirsk High School

14 August 2024

At the beginning of August, Allan led a 14-day expedition to the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. The team consisted of Allan as the leader, two school teachers, and 14 students from Thirsk High School in North Yorkshire, ages 15 to 17.

Morocco; Thirsk, North Yorkshire

Expedition; Altitude / mountaineering

Workplace First Aid

First Aid at Work at Wirral Metropolitan College

9 August 2024

The last three days have seen Allan Shaw deliver a three-day First Aid at Work Course at Wirral Metropolitan College. This course brought back many happy memories for Allan, who spent 11 years of his teaching career working at the college from 1993 to 2004. There, he set up the first public services course in the country and also instigated the setting up of the outdoor sports course, both of which are still running today.

Wirral, Merseyside

Expeditions

15-day jungle expedition in Laos

25 July 2024

Last month, Allan led an exhilarating and challenging expedition for a school group trekking through the heart of Laos in Southeast Asia. As both an expedition leader and medic, Allan’s role was crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of the group while immersing them in the unique and enriching experiences that the Laotian jungle has to offer.

Laos

Expedition

Outdoor First Aid

Two-day REC advanced first aid course in Leek, Staffordshire

20 June 2024

From Scotland to Devon, Portsmouth to Penrith, Expedition Leaders, military personnel, and first aid instructors travelled all the way to Leek to take part in a two-day REC ADVANCED 1st aid course.

Leek, Staffordshire; Stafford, Staffordshire

Expedition; Scouting; Altitude / mountaineering

Workplace First Aid

Basic Life Support at Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy

17 June 2024

An engaging and informative course covering the basics of Life Support First Aid Introduction to Basic Life Support First Aid Understanding Basic Life Support (BLS) is crucial for everyone. Whether you are a healthcare professional or someone who simply wants to be prepared for emergencies, BLS skills can save lives. At Allan Shaw Experience First Aid, we aim to provide comprehensive, engaging, and practical BLS training. Our recent course at Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy Centre exemplifies this commitment. Basic Life Support Course at Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy Centre Recently, I delivered a Basic Life Support (BLS) course for physiotherapists, nursing, and administration staff at Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy Centre in Burscough, Lancashire. This is the second course I have conducted for them, and it was a memorable experience. Fun and Interactive Start The course began with a fun, card sort activity. We covered common ailments, injuries, and treatments. This activity divided the staff into two teams, sparking intense competition to see which team could get the most correct answers. It was a lively start that set the tone for the rest of the session. Evaluating Casualties and Safe Airway Position Next, we covered casualty evaluation and the safe airway position. Learning how to put someone on their side to ensure they can breathe better is vital. The participants practiced these skills with enthusiasm, understanding the importance of quick and correct action in emergencies. Hands-On CPR and Defibrillation Training The session then moved to hands-on CPR and defibrillation training. We undertook three stages of CPR, allowing the staff to practice on male and female dummies of various sizes, including babies. Each participant was given a dummy to practice breathing techniques, both mouth-to-nose and mouth-to-mouth. Most participants had never seen the mouth-to-nose before. Diverse Defibrillator Practice We then introduced seven different kinds of defibrillators, including one in Spanish to mix it up a bit. This variety ensured that participants could handle any defibrillator they might encounter in real life. The practice was engaging and educational, providing valuable hands-on experience. Mental Health Support We concluded the session with a discussion on mental health support. It’s essential to recognise the emotional impact of providing first aid, especially when outcomes are not as hoped. This discussion emphasised the importance of mental well-being for first responders. Feedback and Certification Certificates were promptly sent out after the course. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, including a review from the business owner, Jack Moulton. He said, “We’d like to say a huge thank you to Allan for providing our team with a very enjoyable first aid/basic life support training session. Fantastic knowledge and experience with the ability to keep us all entertained and engaged throughout. Thank you, Allan!” About Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy Centre Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy is a leading provider of specialist neurological physiotherapy and rehabilitation services in the Northwest of England. They specialise in treating people with neurological conditions such as Stroke, Brain Injury, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and Spinal Cord Injuries. Their dedicated team of neuro physios is committed to helping patients reach their fullest potential. The importance of Basic Life Support Training Basic Life Support First Aid is an essential skill set that can save lives. I strive to provide the best BLS training possible. My recent course at Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy Centre is a testament to my commitment to quality education. Join me for a session and gain the skills you need to make a difference in emergencies.

Lancashire; Burscough, Lancashire

Workplace First Aid

Mental health awareness first aid course at Hugh Baird College

17 June 2024

Do you or your organisation need Mental Health Awareness Training? The NUCO Level 1 Mental Health Awareness First Aid course is a great place to start.

Bootle, Merseyside

Workplace First Aid

Emergency First Aid at Work courses in Southport

25 April 2024

Do you or your organisation need Emergency First Aid at Work courses in Southport? With years of experience in the field of First Aid, Allan Shaw’s Experience First Aid Courses in Southport are educational, fun and engaging, with fantastic reviews!

Southport, Merseyside