What Is the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course in Gourock is a one-day Level 3 workplace first aid qualification designed for anyone who may need to respond during an emergency. The training focuses on practical, hands-on learning, allowing you to practise realistic scenarios and provide immediate care until professional medical help arrives.
This course is fully compliant with HSE requirements and is recognised across a wide range of industries. It is particularly suitable for small to medium-sized workplaces and covers essential skills such as conducting primary surveys, performing CPR, using an AED, and responding to incidents including bleeding, choking, and shock.
✅ Completing the course helps meet workplace health and safety obligations while giving you the confidence to protect colleagues and customers in an emergency.
How to Get to the Venue
By Train
The training venue is conveniently located close to Gourock Station, the town’s main rail hub. From the station, the venue can be reached on foot within a short walk or by taxi in just a few minutes.
By Car
If you’re travelling by car, Gourock is easily accessible via the A78 and surrounding coastal routes. There are public car parks available nearby, allowing you to park within easy walking distance of the training venue.
By Bus
The venue is well served by local bus services, with regular routes operated by McGill’s Buses connecting Gourock with Greenock, Port Glasgow, and surrounding areas. Bus stops are located close to the venue, making public transport a convenient option.
Who Is the Course for in Gourock?
This Emergency First Aid at Work qualification is designed for employees who may be required to respond first in a workplace emergency. It is particularly suitable for roles involving public interaction or increased safety risks, including retail, hospitality, education, and construction.
The course is well suited to small and medium-sized workplaces in Gourock, where having a single trained first aider can provide essential support until emergency services arrive. For employers, this one-day course offers a practical way to meet legal health and safety responsibilities without significant disruption to operations.
By completing the training, learners become reliable and confident responders, giving organisations reassurance that someone on site is prepared to act quickly and effectively when it matters most.
Entry Requirements
No previous first aid experience is needed to join this course. It is open to anyone aged 16 or over, with all skills taught clearly and step by step, ensuring learners can follow along with confidence whatever their background.
What Will You Learn on the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
This course delivers practical, hands-on first aid training designed to build confidence when responding to real-life emergencies. Through demonstrations and realistic scenarios, you’ll learn how to act quickly and effectively in a workplace setting.
Over the course of the day, you will learn how to:
- Carry out a primary survey using the DRABC approach
- Perform CPR and use an AED safely and effectively
- Respond to airway emergencies, including choking incidents
- Control bleeding and manage shock
- Record incidents correctly and liaise with emergency services
By the end of the training, you’ll feel prepared to step in during an emergency and provide vital, potentially life-saving support when it matters most.
Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?
Once you successfully complete the course, you’ll be awarded an HSE-compliant certificate that is valid for three years. This qualification confirms your role as a workplace first aider and is recognised by employers across the UK. You’ll also receive a digital copy of your certificate, allowing quick and convenient access to your results whenever needed.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment is carried out through a combination of practical and written elements. You’ll take part in a hands-on assessment to demonstrate your ability to apply the skills you’ve learned, alongside a short multiple-choice test. Results are provided immediately, so you’ll know the outcome before leaving the course.
On-site Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Gourock
We also offer the Emergency First Aid at Work course delivered on-site in Gourock, allowing your team to complete their training at your own workplace. This flexible option is ideal for organisations looking to meet health and safety requirements with minimal disruption.
Key benefits of on-site training:
- ✓ Convenient training delivered directly at your premises
- ✓ Course content adapted to suit your workplace setting
- ✓ HSE-compliant syllabus with a certificate valid for three years
- ✓ A cost-effective solution for training multiple staff members
Areas We Serve Around Gourock
Thanks to the venue’s convenient setting, learners can easily travel from surrounding towns and coastal communities. Commonly served areas include:
- Greenock
- Port Glasgow
- Inverkip
- Wemyss Bay
- Kilmacolm
- Skelmorlie
- Dunoon
Other First Aid Courses in Gourock
Alongside this course, we provide a selection of other recognised first aid training options in Gourock, including First Aid at Work (FAW) and Paediatric First Aid. To explore all available options, visit our First Aid Courses in Gourock page.
If you’d like to understand this qualification in more detail at a UK-wide level, you can also view our Emergency First Aid at Work course page.
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- ✓ Nationally recognised certificates accepted across UK industries
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