First Aid at Work (3-Day Course)

Comprehensive First Aid Training for Confident Emergency Response in the Workplace.

This 3-day First Aid at Work (FAW) course is a comprehensive training programme designed for individuals who are designated workplace first aiders, or who wish to gain a deeper level of first aid knowledge and confidence. The course provides a full spectrum of training, from life-saving emergency response to the management of a wide range of illnesses and injuries that may occur in a working environment.

The course also meets the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, and is suitable for a wide variety of sectors including healthcare, education, construction, hospitality, retail, and more.

Course Breakdown

• Day 1: Emergency First Aid at Work — covering life-saving interventions such as CPR, AED use, choking response, and managing an unresponsive casualty.
• Days 2 & 3: Extended First Aid — covering illness and injury management, including conditions such as stroke, asthma, diabetes, allergic reactions, and more.

Available as a Requalification (2-Day) Course

Already certified? If you’ve completed the First Aid at Work course within the last three years, you can take the 2-day requalification option to refresh your knowledge and remain compliant.

What You Will Learn

Core First Aid Skills

• The role and responsibilities of the first aider
• Obtaining consent and maintaining communication
• Managing an emergency situation
• The recovery position
• Resuscitation (adult CPR)
• AED (defibrillator) use: pad placement and responding to prompts
• Managing an unresponsive casualty

Medical Emergencies & Illnesses

• Asthma attacks
• Diabetes (low blood sugar)
• Seizures (adult)
• Stroke
• Fainting
• Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
• Chest pain (including heart attacks)
• Poisoning

Injuries & Incident Response

• Bleeding (minor and severe)
• Shock
• Burns and scalds
• Eye injuries
• Head injuries
• Spinal injuries
• Bone, muscle, and joint injuries (sprains, strains, fractures)
• Choking (adult)

Legal & Workplace Responsibilities

• Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
• Recording and reporting incidents
• First aid kit contents and maintenance

Who Should Attend?

Recommended for nominated first aiders in medium to high-risk work environments, or anyone looking to gain a full first aid qualification.

Why Choose This Course?

-Meets statutory first aid requirements
-Covers a wide range of emergencies and injuries
-Builds practical confidence through hands-on learning and real-world scenarios

Course Availability:
Available as a 3-day course for new learners or a 2-day requalification course for those renewing within 3 years. Delivered in-house or at open training venues.