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FRFA Awarded Gold Standard for Safeguarding Excellence
28-04-2025
FRFA Awarded Gold Standard for Safeguarding Excellence
FRFA Awarded Gold Standard for Safeguarding Excellence

First Response First Aid (FRFA) along with sister brands Impact Futures and The Childcare Company, has been awarded the prestigious Leaders in Safeguarding GOLD Award. With only a handful of training providers across the country have achieved this accolade,

Local Heartbeat Hero: Glenn's AED Training Transforms Communities
10-04-2025
Local Heartbeat Hero: Glenn's AED Training Transforms Communities
Local Heartbeat Hero: Glenn's AED Training Transforms Communities

A stark reality was brought to light after the untimely passing of an elderly resident in the small village of Chorley near Lichfield. Many locals didn't know how to use the community defibrillator, or perform CPR. Worryingly, they are not alone.

What It Means to Be a First Aider in 2025
06-03-2025
What It Means to Be a First Aider in 2025
What It Means to Be a First Aider in 2025

Knowing First Aid is like having a superpower. It’s about more than just grabbing a First Aid kit and sticking a plaster on a graze.

Supporting Our Veterans: FRFA's Commitment to Ex-Forces Recruitment
08-11-2024
Supporting Our Veterans: FRFA's Commitment to Ex-Forces Recruitment
Supporting Our Veterans: FRFA's Commitment to Ex-Forces Recruitment

At First Response First Aid (FRFA), we believe that those who have served our country deserve more than just our gratitude. They deserve meaningful opportunities to build rewarding civilian careers.

The Vital Importance of Paediatric First Aid Training in Schools
02-09-2024
The Vital Importance of Paediatric First Aid Training in Schools
The Vital Importance of Paediatric First Aid Training in Schools

Introduction to Paediatric First Aid In any emergency, it’s important to be prepared. This is especially true when children are involved. Safeguarding children's well-being is a top priority for teachers and staff in educational environments. Thorough training plays a crucial role in ensuring that employees are prepared for any medical situations involving students of all ages.

Manual Handling Training: What UK Businesses Need to Know
09-07-2024
Manual Handling Training: What UK Businesses Need to Know
Manual Handling Training: What UK Businesses Need to Know

Manual handling may not be the most exciting topic. However, it’s something you can’t ignore when running a business in the UK. Whether your team is lifting patients in a care home, shifting boxes in a warehouse, or just rearranging desks in a school, proper manual handling techniques are crucial if you want to adhere to health and Safety regulations, as well as minimise staff absenteeism due to unnecessary injury.