What Is the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
This EFAW training in Cumbria is a 1-day Level 3 first aid course for workplaces, designed for anyone who may need to act in an emergency. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll practise real-world scenarios and learn to provide immediate care until medical help arrives.
As a fully HSE-compliant qualification, it is widely accepted across various industries and suits the needs of small to medium-sized workplaces. You’ll develop skills in CPR, AED use, primary surveys, and handling incidents such as bleeding, choking, and shock.
✅ Completing the course not only meets health and safety requirements but also equips you to effectively safeguard colleagues and customers.
Who Is the Course for in Cumbria?
This Emergency First Aid at Work qualification is aimed at employees who may be the first to respond in a workplace emergency. It’s especially suited to roles where staff work closely with the public or face higher safety risks, such as retail, hospitality, education, and construction.
The training is ideal for small to medium workplaces in Cumbria, where one designated first aider can provide vital support before paramedics arrive. Employers also benefit, as this single-day course helps them meet legal health and safety requirements without incurring extensive downtime.
Completing the course ensures learners become trusted responders, giving organisations peace of mind that someone on site can act decisively when required.
How to Get to the Venue
By Train
The training venue is just a short distance from Carlisle Station in the city centre. You can reach it on foot in around 10 minutes or by taxi in under 5 minutes.
By Car
If you’re travelling by car, the venue is easily accessible from the M6 and other main routes into Carlisle. Several public car parks are located nearby, all within a few minutes’ walk.
By Bus
The training centre is well connected by local bus services operated by Stagecoach Cumbria. Frequent routes, including the 1, 2, 3, and 6, stop in the city centre close to the venue, making it easy to reach us from surrounding neighbourhoods.
What Will You Learn on the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
You’ll take part in practical, hands-on first aid training designed to give you confidence in real emergencies. The course combines demonstrations with scenarios, preparing you to act quickly in the workplace.
During the day, you will cover:
- How to carry out a primary survey (DRABC)
- Performing CPR and using an AED safely
- Responding to airway emergencies, including choking
- Managing bleeding control and treating shock
- Recording incidents and working with emergency services
By the end of the course, you’ll feel confident stepping in during emergencies and providing life-saving support when it matters most.
Entry Requirements
This course requires no prior experience — anyone can participate. Learners must be 16 years or older, and all techniques are taught step by step, allowing you to follow along confidently, regardless of your background.
How Is the Course Assessed?
The course is assessed through a mix of hands-on and written checks. You’ll complete a practical assessment to show you can apply what you’ve learned, along with a short multiple-choice test. Results are issued immediately, giving you peace of mind before you leave.
Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?
Upon completing the training, you’ll receive an HSE-compliant certificate valid for three years, confirming your status as a workplace first aider. The qualification is recognised across the UK, so it is accepted by employers nationwide as proof of training. A digital certificate is also provided, giving you quick and convenient access to your results.
On-site Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Cumbria
We can also deliver the Emergency First Aid at Work course on-site in Cumbria, making it easier to train your staff together at your workplace. This option is particularly useful for businesses seeking a convenient way to fulfil their health and safety obligations.
Key benefits of on-site training:
- ✓ Save travel time by training your team at work
- ✓ Tailored delivery to your workplace environment
- ✓ Same syllabus and HSE-compliant certificate valid for 3 years
- ✓ Cost-effective for groups
Areas We Serve Around Cumbria
The venue’s central location makes it easily accessible from nearby towns and suburbs. Popular locations nearby include:
- Kendal
- Penrith
- Workington
- Whitehaven
- Barrow-in-Furness
- Lake District
- Grange-over-Sands
Other First Aid Courses in Cumbria
We also offer other recognised first aid courses in Cumbria, such as the First Aid at Work (FAW) and Paediatric First Aid. For the complete range, see our First Aid Courses in Cumbria page.
If you’d like to learn more about this qualification at a national level, see our Emergency First Aid at Work course page.
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