Emergency First Aid at Work Plus - Course Overview

The Emergency First Aid at Work Plus course equips learners with the essential skills and confidence to act as a designated workplace first aider in low-risk working environments. It is designed for organisations where a needs assessment has identified Emergency First Aid at Work provision as suitable and complies with the Health & Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 (Appendix 6).

Building on the content of a standard Emergency First Aid at Work course, this enhanced programme includes an additional hour of training to cover a wider range of essential first aid topics.

The course also forms Unit 1 and Day 1 of the full three-day First Aid at Work qualification, providing a good foundation for those who may wish to progress further.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for employees who have been appointed as workplace first aiders in low-risk environments, such as offices, retail settings, and small businesses.

It is suitable for organisations requiring Emergency First Aid at Work provision, where a full First Aid at Work qualification is not necessary.

Contents / Learning Outcomes

In Accordance With Appendix 6 H&S (First-Aid) Regulations 1981

The role of the first aider
Importance of preventing cross infection
The need for recording incidents and actions
Use of available equipment
Assessing the situation & act safely in an emergency
Administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator
Administer first aid to a casualty who is:
- Unconscious (including seizures)
- Choking
- Wounded or bleeding
- Suffering from shock
Provide appropriate first aid for Minor Injuries (small cuts, grazes, bruises, minor burns, scalds & small splinters)

Additional Subjects

Administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering:
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Head injury
- Fractures
- Burns & scalds

Certification

Successful candidates will be awarded the Emergency First Aid at Work "PLUS" certificate valid for 3 years.

This qualification confirms that the learner is competent to act as a workplace first aider in low-risk environments and covers additional subject areas beyond the standard Emergency First Aid at Work syllabus.

Accreditation

Accreditation is provided by First Response First Aid Ltd in accordance with the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. The accreditation ensures that the course meets recognised national standards for workplace first aid, including appropriate course content, delivery, assessment, and trainer competence.

Although not a legal requirement, Ofqual-regulated certification can also be provided for this course at an additional cost per learner, should employers require a regulated qualification for internal or contractual purposes.

Facts and Further Information

Course Details

Duration: 1 day (7 hours)
Group Size: Up to 12 Candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor
Assessment Method: Activities, test paper, practical assessment
Pre-requisite: None required - open to all levels of experience

*For courses inside the M25, please note the price for a group is £845 + vat

Suggested Progression:

Recommended Annual Refresher Training
Mandatory Requalification every three years by re-taking a one-day course
Option to upgrade to the First Aid at Work 3 day course
Automatic External Defibrillation training

Course Reviews

Solihull MBC, Solihull
We would like to say a massive thank you to Dan Pedley. We are all in agreement that Dan Pedley's excellent training & fantastic lessons will not be forgotten. In fact, we are all in agreement that we did not want it to end. We have all learned more today than what has ever been taught before on previous first aid courses. So, thank you First Response First Aid, but more importantly thank you Dan Pedley for your supreme, first class training. Keep up the awesome work! August 2018
First Aid at Work
Jenny Carter,
Just completed a 3 day course with Mick, fantastic man, made everyone feel at ease great sense of humour, learnt a lot more then I thought when it came to the test would recommend to anyone to do it.
First Aid at Work course
Laura, Lichfield
We had the Fire Marshall training today with Keith, he was a great trainer. We have had some really positive feedback from the group and they all really enjoyed the training as a result.
Fire Marshall Warden Training
John, Birmingham
Positively presented course with the right balance of information and discussion.
UKATA Asbestos Awareness course
Worcestershire school
Having never taken a first aid course, it really helped me learn about helping someone whether a family member or a stranger. I now know what to do and how to deal with a potential life threatening situation. I thought Brian was fantastic.
Emergency First Aid Course including the Paediatric Element
Amanda, Solihull
I am writing to offer some feedback around the recent training that Nigel recently received courtesy of SMBC Early Years. Nigel has a training background himself and he came back from the course full of compliments for ‘Glenn' from First Response, he said the trainer was supportive, informative and very professional. He delivered the course at an even pace to cater for the participants learning need, he demonstrated patience when members in the group did not fully understand anything, the occasions for which were in themselves few and far between. The course was enjoyable and he certainly benefited from the updates that it included. We will be recommending your services.
Paediatric First Aid Training course
Dudzai, London NW11
Dave had a cheerful and interactive manner. The content was relevant and I feel informed and able to deal with an anaphylactic emergency.
Anaphylaxis and CPR Course
Julia Smerdon, Walsall
Great two days at Calderfields First Aid re-qualification Brian Dennant is an amazing trainer and person. Thank you for making me feel confident in First Aid ???? x
First Aid at Work re-qualification course
Sarah, Wolverhampton
I found this course engaging. The trainer was professional, but approachable and friendly allowing me to feel comfortable to ask questions and be involved. The use of videos helped to see real situations - GREAT IDEA !!
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course
Anneke, Warwickshire
Excellent refresher course taking into consideration our existing knowledge and experience
Anaphylaxis and CPR Course
Care Company, Walsall
"Following the People Moving and Handling course can you please pass on our feedback as to how much staff enjoyed the course and how helpful it was to them? The trainer was positive and knowledgeable. Thank you!"
People Handling
Kerry, Oldbury
Great course! Delivered by a lovely man, down to earth, spoke to us on a level, explained clearly making sure we understood before moving on...Thanks Mick
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course

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