What Is the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course in Kirkintilloch is a 1-day Level 3 workplace qualification designed for individuals who may need to respond quickly during an emergency. Through practical demonstrations and scenario-based exercises, you’ll learn how to deliver immediate first aid until professional medical assistance arrives.
This nationally recognised, HSE-aligned course is suitable for small and medium-sized workplaces. It covers essential life-saving skills including CPR, safe AED use, primary assessment techniques, and managing incidents such as choking, bleeding, and shock.
✅ Completing this qualification helps organisations meet legal first aid requirements while ensuring someone on site can respond calmly and effectively in a crisis.
Who Is the Course for in Kirkintilloch?
This qualification is ideal for employees designated as workplace first aiders or those working in environments where immediate response may be required. It is particularly suitable for retail staff, hospitality teams, schools, offices, light industrial settings, and construction sites.
For businesses across Kirkintilloch and East Dunbartonshire, the course offers a practical way to meet health and safety obligations without extended time away from work. A single trained first aider can provide vital support until emergency services arrive.
Upon completion, learners become confident first responders, strengthening workplace safety and providing reassurance to colleagues and customers alike.
What Will You Learn on the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
The training day focuses on practical application, ensuring you leave with the ability to act rather than just theoretical knowledge. Sessions combine tutor demonstrations with hands-on practice in realistic workplace scenarios.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to:
- Deliver effective CPR and operate an AED correctly
- Communicate clearly with emergency services and record incidents appropriately
- Assist casualties experiencing choking or airway obstruction
- Conduct a structured primary survey using the DRABC approach
- Control bleeding and manage shock safely
By the end of the day, you will be prepared to step forward confidently and provide immediate care when it matters most.
How to Get to the Venue in Kirkintilloch
By Train
Lenzie Railway Station is the closest main rail connection, offering direct links to Glasgow Queen Street and surrounding areas. From the station, the venue can be reached by a short taxi ride or local bus service.
By Car
If travelling by car, Kirkintilloch is easily accessible via the M80 and A803. Local parking facilities are available near the town centre venue, making access straightforward for learners commuting from nearby towns.
By Bus
Regular bus routes connect Kirkintilloch with Glasgow, Bishopbriggs, Lenzie, and neighbouring communities. Services operated by First Bus and Stagecoach provide convenient town-centre stops within walking distance of the training location.
Entry Requirements
No previous first aid experience is required. The course is open to learners aged 16 and above, and all practical techniques are taught clearly and progressively so that participants can build confidence step by step.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment takes place during the training day through continuous observation of practical skills, alongside a short multiple-choice knowledge check. This ensures learners can both understand and apply the techniques covered. Results are confirmed promptly at the end of the course.
Will I Receive a Recognised Certificate?
Yes. After successful completion, you will receive an HSE-compliant Emergency First Aid at Work certificate valid for three years. The qualification is recognised across the UK and accepted by employers nationwide. A digital copy is also issued for convenient record-keeping.
On-Site Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Kirkintilloch
For organisations based in Kirkintilloch, we can deliver the EFAW course directly at your workplace. This option allows teams to train together while minimising disruption to daily operations.
Benefits of on-site delivery include:
- ✓ Practical examples tailored to your workplace risks
- ✓ Cost-effective training for groups
- ✓ Reduced travel time for your staff
- ✓ Same accredited syllabus and 3-year certification
Areas We Serve Around Kirkintilloch
Our centrally located venue makes training accessible from across the local area. Learners frequently travel from:
- Lenzie
- Bishopbriggs
- Milngavie
- Lennoxtown
- Twechar
- Stepps
- Glasgow North
Other First Aid Courses in Kirkintilloch
In addition to the Emergency First Aid at Work course, we also provide First Aid at Work (FAW) and Paediatric First Aid qualifications locally. View the full range of our First Aid Courses in Kirkintilloch page.
For a broader overview of the qualification itself, visit our Emergency First Aid at Work course page.
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