What Is the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
This EFAW training in Greenock is a one-day Level 3 workplace first aid course built for anyone who may need to respond to an incident. With practical exercises and guided scenarios, you’ll learn how to give immediate support and keep someone safe while waiting for professional medical help.
The qualification is fully HSE-compliant and widely accepted across UK industries, making it a suitable choice for small to medium-sized workplaces. Throughout the day, you’ll develop essential skills such as CPR, safe AED use, carrying out primary surveys, and responding to common emergencies including bleeding, choking, and shock.
✅ By completing the course, you support workplace health and safety requirements while gaining the confidence to protect colleagues and customers when it matters most.
Who Is the Course for in Greenock?
This Emergency First Aid at Work qualification is designed for employees who may be the first person to respond when something goes wrong at work. It suits a wide range of roles, particularly in customer-facing settings or higher-risk environments such as retail, hospitality, education, care, and construction.
It’s a strong fit for small to medium workplaces in Greenock, where having a nominated first aider on site can make a real difference while waiting for emergency services. For employers, the one-day format helps support health and safety responsibilities without causing unnecessary disruption to day-to-day operations.
By completing the training, learners become confident first responders, helping organisations feel reassured that someone can act quickly and appropriately if an incident occurs.
How to Get to the Venue
By Train
The training venue is conveniently located for rail travel, with Greenock Central serving the town centre and offering straightforward connections via the Inverclyde Line. Depending on your arrival point, the venue is typically reachable on foot within around 10 minutes or a short taxi ride.
By Car
If you’re driving, the venue is easy to reach from key routes into the town, including the A8 and the nearby M8 corridor, with the A78 also providing access along the coast. Public parking is available in and around the town centre, with options within a short walking distance of the venue.
By Bus
Greenock is well served by local bus connections, with frequent services running through the town centre. Many routes stop close to the main shopping and civic areas, and Greenock Bus Station provides a central hub for arriving by bus from nearby communities.
What Will You Learn on the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
You’ll take part in practical, hands-on first aid training that builds real confidence for workplace incidents. The day blends clear demonstrations with guided scenarios, so you can respond calmly and effectively when time matters.
During the day, you will cover:
- Performing CPR and using an AED correctly
- How to complete a primary survey (DRABC)
- Dealing with choking and other airway emergencies
- Controlling bleeding, recognising shock, and providing immediate care
- Documenting incidents and communicating with emergency services
By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to step in quickly, provide essential first aid, and support others until professional help arrives.
Entry Requirements
No previous training is needed — the course is suitable for beginners and those wanting a clear refresher on core skills. You must be at least 16 years old, and everything is taught in a structured, step-by-step way to help you take part with confidence.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment is straightforward and designed to confirm you can apply the skills in realistic situations. You’ll be observed during practical activities and complete a short multiple-choice test, with outcomes confirmed on the day before you finish.
Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?
After successful completion, you’ll receive an HSE-compliant certificate that lasts for three years, confirming you meet workplace first aider requirements. It’s widely accepted across the UK and can be used as evidence of training with employers in any sector. You’ll also receive a digital version, making it easy to access whenever you need it.
On-site Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Greenock
We can also deliver the Emergency First Aid at Work course on-site in Greenock, helping you train multiple staff members at your own premises. It’s a practical choice for employers who want a straightforward way to support workplace safety duties without arranging travel for the whole team.
Key benefits of on-site training:
- ✓ Cost-effective for group bookings
- ✓ Delivery tailored to your workplace setting and typical risks
- ✓ Reduce travel time by training your team on-site
- ✓ Same syllabus and an HSE-compliant certificate valid for 3 years
Areas We Serve Around Greenock
With Greenock as a convenient base, on-site training can be arranged for teams across the surrounding area. Common nearby locations include:
- Gourock
- Port Glasgow
- Inverkip
- Wemyss Bay
- Kilmacolm
- Bishopton
- Renfrew
Other First Aid Courses in Greenock
We also offer other recognised first aid courses in Greenock, including First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid. To explore the full range, visit our First Aid Courses in Greenock 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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