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EHBO - Basisopleiding EHBO Oranjekruis

At DRTC, we understand the importance of providing proper assistance to people in need. The First Aid Basic Course (Oranje Kruis) is designed to train participants to competently provide first aid in a variety of emergency situations. This hands-on course provides essential knowledge and skills to act safely and effectively during accidents, illnesses, drowning incidents, and other emergencies.

Course duration: 3 days
Locations: Heerenveen, Vlissingen
Cost per student: From € 673,00 (excl. BTW)

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About this course

EHBO - Basic EHBO Oranjekruis

Introduction
Throughout the training, participants learn how to act quickly and effectively in medical emergencies. The course combines theoretical instruction with demonstrations and practical exercises, emphasizing lifesaving actions, communication with emergency services, and building confidence to handle crisis situations.

Objective
The objective of the First Aid Basic Course (Oranje Kruis) is to equip participants with the ability to responsibly provide first aid during accidents or medical emergencies. The training covers recognizing disorders of vital functions, stabilizing casualties, and performing first aid until professional help arrives.

Target group
The course is intended for anyone aged 16 and older who wishes to obtain a full First Aid diploma. It is ideal for both private individuals and professionals responsible for health and safety in workplaces or public environments.

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Practical info

Course content
The First Aid Basic Course includes the following subjects:

  • Human body knowledge: anatomy, physiology, and recognizing medical conditions
  • Vital function disorders: consciousness, breathing, and circulation problems
  • Local disorders and shock: wounds, bruises, bleeding, and shock management
  • Emergencies and accidents: burns, poisoning, electric shock, and drowning
  • Special skills: CPR and AED use, minor injury care, and bandaging techniques

Certification
Upon successful completion, participants receive the officially recognized First Aid Diploma issued by Het Oranje Kruis. This diploma certifies the participant’s competence in providing first aid safely and effectively.

Validity
The diploma is valid for two years. To maintain validity, refresher training must be completed within this period to ensure that all skills and knowledge remain up to date.

Practical information
Duration: 3 consecutive days
Class hours: 08:30 – 17:00
Examination: Starts at 13:00 on the final day
Participants: To be determined
Accreditation: Officially recognized by Het Oranje Kruis

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Day 1 - Life-Saving Techniques

Introduction to first aid principles and the role of the responder. Recognizing emergencies, assessing consciousness and breathing, controlling bleeding, placing victims in the recovery position, and managing shock. CPR and AED training.

Day 2 - Injuries and Wounds

Treatment of common injuries including wounds, fractures, burns, bruises, and eye injuries. Use of bandages and support materials. Managing choking, fainting, hypothermia, heat exhaustion, and minor accidents. Communication and reassurance techniques.

Day 3 - Scenarios and Examination Preparation

Practical scenarios involving multiple victims and various injuries. Integration of all skills, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure. Review of CPR and AED procedures. The day concludes with assessment and preparation for the official Oranje Kruis examination.

What's on the program?

  • Day 1 - Life-Saving Techniques
  • Day 2 - Injuries and Wounds
  • Day 3 - Scenarios and Examination Preparation
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Our Instructors

The faces behind the training

Our experienced instructors challenge you to push your limits and get the best out of yourself.
Our programme coordinators are available to answer all your questions and provide practical information about the training.

Mathanje den Boer-Besemer
Medical Instructor
Wendy Jansen-Nelen
Instructor

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Frequently asked questions

DRTC provides a wide range of accredited safety courses for the maritime, offshore, wind and industrial sectors.

  • STCW – including Basic Training, Advanced Fire Fighting, Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSCRB/FRB), Medical First Aid, Medical Care and Security Awareness.
  • GWO – Basic Safety Training (BST) and individual modules such as Working at Height, First Aid, Fire Awareness, Manual Handling, Sea Survival and Enhanced First Aid.
  • NOGEPA – Basic Offshore Safety, Helicopter Underwater Escape (HUET), Sea Survival, Fire-fighting and specialised refresher courses.
  • BHV/First Aid/VCA – Basic and refresher courses in Emergency Response, First Aid and Safety Certification for all sectors.

See the current course overview on our website or contact drtc@drtc.nl for advice on the right training for your needs.

For companies and individuals in all sectors (production, logistics, construction, and office environments) who wish to meet occupational safety requirements.

  • VCA: usually valid for 10 years
  • BHV: recommended or required annually by most organisations
  • First Aid: validity depends on the certification body, usually annual maintenance and reassessment within 2 years
    Exact validity details are listed per course.

Yes, we offer blended learning options combining online theory with a shorter practical session.

Bring valid identification and comfortable clothing. For forklift or aerial platform training, safety shoes are required. PPE will be provided where necessary.

For some courses, you can choose VAT exemption. This means the training will be invoiced without 21% VAT. The exemption applies only to recognised vocational training programmes that fall under official supervision by organisations such as ILT, OPITO, GWO, or NOGEPA.

Choose VAT exemption if you are taking the course for professional purposes or as a private individual without VAT deduction rights.
Choose including VAT if you are booking on behalf of a company that can reclaim VAT from the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration.

Your invoice will then state:
“Exempt from VAT under Article 11, paragraph 1, section o of the Dutch VAT Act 1968.”

Yes, at DRTC we provide online training and e-learning modules. For example, we offer the online Maritime Dutch Law Assessment.
If you are interested in a specific topic or module for online completion, feel free to contact us so we can explore what options are available.

Based on Artikel 5 Annuleringen

  1. DRTC applies cancellation terms when cancelling training courses. A distinction is made between “open courses” and “customized courses.” A quotation is always provided for customized courses.

  2. Customized courses can be cancelled free of charge up to 14 working days before the start of the course.

  3. For cancellations of customized courses made 14 working days or fewer before the start of the course, 100% of the course fee will be charged.

  4. Open courses can be cancelled free of charge up to 5 working days before the start of the course.

  5. For cancellations of open courses made 5 working days or fewer before the start of the course, 100% of the course fee will be charged.

  6. Open courses can be rescheduled free of charge up to 2 working days before the start of the course.

  7. If a participant fails to attend at the start of the course, 100% of the course fee will be charged.

In mutual agreement, additional options may be considered beyond those stated in these terms.

Contact us at +31 118 463 382 or email drtc@drtc.nl.