3 Days (18 hours) 
Up to 12 
1481 First Aid at Work - Course Overview
Gain the skills, confidence, and knowledge to become a fully qualified workplace first aider. The First Aid at Work course provides comprehensive training that goes beyond the basics, combining the essential one-day Emergency First Aid at Work content with in-depth instruction on a wider range of workplace injuries and medical conditions.
This course is ideal for those working in high-risk environments or larger teams, and fully meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 (Appendix 5). Whether you’re responding to emergencies or managing day-to-day risks, you’ll learn how to stay prepared and act quickly when it matters most.
First Aid at Work Course Structure:
Unit 1: Emergency First aid in the Workplace
Unit 2: Recognition and Management of Illness and Injury in the Workplace
By the end of the course, successful candidates will be certified to act as designated first aiders, equipped to handle a range of workplace incidents and make a real difference in critical situations.
Blended Learning Options:
The Blended First Aid at Work course offers a flexible way to achieve the full qualification. Learners complete an interactive eLearning module before attending two days of face-to-face training (instead of the standard three).
The eLearning can be completed at your own pace—typically taking around six hours—and can be split across multiple sessions. Completion time may vary depending on your IT skills and prior knowledge of first aid.
For more details, visit the Blended First Aid at Work page here.
In line with Appendix 5 and 6 of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, the First Aid at Work course provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively to a wide range of workplace emergencies.
The training is divided into two structured units, covering both life-saving first aid techniques and the management of serious injuries and medical conditions, ensuring participants are fully prepared to handle real-life situations with confidence.
Unit 1 covers the following topics:
- Roles and responsibilities of a first aider;
- Cross infection;
- Recording incidents & actions;
- Use of available equipment;
- Assessing an incident;
- Unconscious casualties (including seizure);
- Cardio pulmonary resuscitation;
- Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator;
- Choking;
- Wounds and bleeding;
- Shock;
- Minor injuries (including small cuts, grazes and bruises, minor burns and scalds, small splinters);
Unit 2 covers the following topics:
- Secondary survey;
- Injuries to bones, joints and muscles (including spinal injuries);
- Suspected head and spinal injuries;
- Chest injuries;
- Burns and scalds;
- Eye injuries;
- Sudden poisoning;
- Anaphylaxis;
- Major illnesses (heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma & diabetes);
- Serious bleeding including:
- Embedded objects;
- Sucking chest wound;
- Amputations;
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will be awarded the Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate — a nationally recognised qualification that fully meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
The certificate remains valid for three years from the date of issue. To maintain certification, first aiders must complete a First Aid at Work Requalification course before their current certificate expires.
By the end of the course, participants will feel confident and prepared to handle a wide range of workplace emergencies, equipped with the essential skills and knowledge to respond effectively when it matters most.
This course is fully accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) and delivered in accordance with the standards outlined in the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
FAIB accreditation guarantees that the training meets strict quality and compliance requirements, providing employers with the assurance that their first aiders are qualified to a nationally recognised standard.
Course Details
- Duration: 3 days (18 hours)
- Group Size: Up to 12 candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor
- Assessment Method: Ongoing activities, written test, and practical assessments
- Pre-requisite: None required – open to all levels of experience
Suggested Progression:
- Annual First Aid Refresher Training (recommended)
- First Aid at Work Requalification Training (mandatory every 3 years)
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training
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