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

The First Response (First Aid) trainer started the session and literally within seconds had established a strong, warm, rapport with the delegates.
Lisa, Walsall
Over the years I have attended many first aid courses, however after this one I feel I have gained the most knowledge and feel confident when dealing with any first aid. Thank you.
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course
Kate, London
A huge thank you for arranging the first aid course for the bank. We had a wonderful time learning Emergency First Aid and we all passed. The trainer was interactive, passionate and fun. It was a great way of learning. Lunch was great too, and there was plenty of tea and coffee.
Emergency First Aid
Andy, Tipton
The course yesterday was the best first aid & manual handling course I have attended in over 35 years and I think this was mainly down to the way it was put over by the tutor.
First Aid course, AED & Manual Handling bespoke course.
Carlton, Solihull
I would just like to say I found the course well structured, and very informative with special emphasis on excellent presentation. The instructor Mr Brian Dennant was obviously very knowledgeable and experienced, he possessed excellent communicating skills and made the group and myself feel at ease from the outset. It was excellent; we all enjoyed the two days thoroughly. Thank you so much! Fantastic instructor, made me feel a lot more confident.
First Aid at Work Re-qualification course
Thomas, Solihull
An excellent course, very informative & well delivered. Brian was very knowledgeable and had a friendly approach....great dry sense of humour!
First Aid at Work
Amy, Solihull
Fab delivery, clear & concise with a good mix of practical & theory. Brian was a brilliant trainer and this really helps ease any nerves.
First Aid at Work course.
Dawn, accredited Childminder, Wolverhampton
I wanted to let you know that in 22 years, this was by far the best first aid course I have ever been on. The trainer (Glenn Hulse) was really thorough, his explanations and demonstrations were clear, and the course was good value for money because he delivered more than the 12 full hours, no time was wasted, and I came away confident that I can cope in an emergency
Paediatric First Aid Course
Lynda, Warwickshire
This is my 4th first-aid course & best by far. The teaching technique was excellent and it was easy to digest.
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid
Marie, Leicestershire school
I just wanted to pass on how much all the staff who attended enjoyed the excellent Defib training yesterday with Rod. We all found it interesting, informative and extremely well taught. Thanks to Rod, we all feel very confident that we would be able to deal with an emergency situation that required either CPR or use of a Defib. Many thanks
Defibrillator training
Lisa, Warwickshire
Tom was fab, witty & highly knowledgeable, He kept us on our toes. The course was excellent!
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course
Rebecca, Horsham, West Sussex
Dear Gareth & Lee, Thank you for the results and feedback. Your service has been exceptional from start to finish. We will be looking to run another course in the next 6-12 months. Kind regards Rebecca
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