First Aid at Work

Max Person: 12
Max Person: 3 Days (18 hours)

First Aid at Work - Course Overview

Gain the skills and confidence to become a fully qualified workplace first aider. This comprehensive First Aid at Work course goes beyond the basics, combining the essential 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work content with in-depth training on a wide range of workplace injuries and medical conditions.

Whether you're responding to an emergency or managing day-to-day risks, this course ensures you're prepared. It fully meets the requirements set out in the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 (Appendix 5), making it ideal for high-risk environments or larger teams.

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 a designated first aider in their workplace, ready to make a real difference when it matters most.

**NEW** This course is also available as a Blended First Aid at Work. The blended First Aid at Work course allows learners to achieve the full First Aid at Work qualification by successfully completing an eLearning course prior to attending only 2-days face-to-face training instead of the standard 3-days. The eLearning can be done at the learners own pace and can be completed in more than 1 sitting. The eLearning is designed to take 6-hours however this time differs depending on the learners IT skills and prior knowledge of the subject. For further information visit the Blended First Aid at Work page here.

Contents / Learning Outcomes

In accordance with Appendix 5 & 6 of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981

This First Aid at Work course gives learners the practical skills and knowledge needed to respond confidently to a wide range of workplace incidents. The training is split into two structured units, covering everything from life-saving techniques to managing serious injuries and medical conditions.

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;

Certification

On successful completion of the course, candidates will receive the Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate, a nationally recognised qualification that meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.

This certificate is valid for three years from the date of issue. To maintain certification, first aiders are required to complete a First Aid at Work Requalification course before their certificate expires.

Participants will leave the course feeling confident in their ability to respond to a wide range of workplace emergencies, equipped with the skills and knowledge to act effectively when it matters most.

Accreditation

This course is fully accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) and delivered in line with the standards set out in the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

FAIB accreditation ensures the course meets rigorous quality and compliance standards, giving employers confidence that their first aiders are trained to a nationally recognised level.

Facts and Further Information

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

*Location-Based Pricing (Inside the M25):

Group Booking (up to 12 learners): £2,197 + VAT
Individual Booking: £382 + VAT

Now Available:

This course can now be delivered as a Blended First Aid at Work option – combining online learning with in-person training. Visit here for further information.

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Further Information

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

*Location-Based Pricing (Inside the M25):

Group Booking (up to 12 learners): £2,197 + VAT
Individual Booking: £382 + VAT

Now Available:

This course can now be delivered as a Blended First Aid at Work option – combining online learning with in-person training. Visit here for further information.