First Aid at Work Course in Bexley

What Is the First Aid at Work Course?

In Bexley, the First Aid at Work course is delivered over three days and is designed for staff working in high-risk settings, such as construction, manufacturing, and large office environments. The programme develops advanced first aid skills, including how to treat burns, fractures, and sudden illnesses, as well as how to conduct detailed secondary assessments.

What Will You Learn in the Course?

The three-day First Aid at Work course in Bexley guides learners through both the essentials and more advanced aspects of workplace first aid. Training begins with how to approach and assess an emergency, safeguard yourself and others, and deliver CPR. From there, the focus shifts to handling a wide range of injuries and medical conditions, including burns, fractures, spinal and chest trauma, and sudden illnesses.

During the course, you will cover topics such as:

• CPR, safe use of an AED, and placing casualties in the recovery position
• Controlling bleeding, managing choking, and recognising shock
• Responding to medical conditions like asthma, diabetes, seizures, strokes, and heart attacks
• Providing first aid for burns, fractures, chest injuries, and head injuries
• Identifying and treating poisoning, eye injuries, and severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
• Carrying out effective scene management and structured casualty assessments
• Developing practical skills that prepare you for real workplace incidents

Completing this accredited Level 3 training in Bexley equips you with the confidence and capability to respond effectively to both routine accidents and life-threatening emergencies in the workplace.

Who Is the Course for in Bexley?

The First Aid at Work course in Bexley is intended for individuals who are nominated to provide first aid support in workplaces where accidents or health emergencies are more likely to occur. It benefits both employers seeking to meet health and safety compliance requirements and staff who want the confidence to handle serious incidents effectively.

This course is particularly relevant for:

• Education and training sites with workshops or science labs
• Large retail operations, including back-of-house and stockroom areas
• Construction, maintenance, and trade-based sites
• Manufacturing plants and engineering facilities
• Logistics hubs, warehouses, and distribution centres
• Hospitality, leisure, and events venues with large public attendance
• Utility providers, contractors, and energy sector workers
• Security personnel, facilities staff, and emergency response teams
• Supervisors, shift leaders, and appointed workplace first aiders
• Staff moving up from an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification

Entry Requirements

Getting started on the First Aid at Work course in Bexley is straightforward. The only requirement is that learners must be at least 16 years old. No previous first aid knowledge is necessary, as the course is designed to guide you step by step from the fundamentals right through to more advanced workplace first aid situations.

How Is the Course Assessed?

During the three training days, your progress is monitored through a combination of practical demonstrations, short written or multiple-choice tests, and observation by your trainer. This supportive approach ensures that you gain confidence while demonstrating your ability to apply skills effectively in real-world workplace scenarios.

Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?

Once you finish the training successfully, you’ll receive a Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate that is nationally recognised. This HSE-approved qualification remains valid for three years, giving both you and your employer confidence that workplace first aid standards are being fully met.

On-Site First Aid at Work Training in Bexley

Employers in Bexley can choose to host First Aid at Work training directly at their premises for groups of staff. All equipment is provided by the trainer, making it a convenient way to meet health and safety requirements while minimising travel and downtime. Sessions can also be tailored to reflect the specific risks of your industry, ensuring that the examples and practice scenarios are relevant to your team.

Benefits of choosing on-site training include:

• ✓ Reduce staff travel by holding the course at your own workplace
• ✓ Flexible scheduling so you can select dates and times that work best for your team
• ✓ Customised training scenarios that mirror the risks in your workplace or sector
• ✓ Cost savings when training larger groups together in one session
• ✓ Keep your staff learning together, encouraging teamwork and shared responsibility

How to Get to the Venue

The First Aid at Work training venue in Bexley is centrally located, making it straightforward to reach whether you travel by train, bus, or car. Bexley railway station is just a short walk from the town centre, offering regular Southeastern services that connect directly to London Bridge, Dartford, and Gravesend. For those arriving by bus, routes such as the 132, B12, 229, and 269 all serve Bexley High Street, providing easy access from nearby towns. If you’re driving, convenient options include the NCP Bexley Car Park and on-street parking along the High Street, both within minutes of the venue.

Popular Areas We Cover Near Bexley

The First Aid at Work course isn’t just for those based in Bexley town centre. Many of our learners travel in from surrounding areas, particularly those employed in higher-risk environments such as construction, manufacturing, logistics, and education. These nearby locations all fall within easy commuting distance:

• Sidcup
• Welling
• Crayford
• Eltham
• Erith
• Bromley
• Dartford
• Thamesmead
• Greenwich
• Blackfen

Whether you’re based in Bexley itself or in one of these neighbouring areas, attending this course is simple and convenient thanks to excellent local transport connections.

Other First Aid Courses in Bexley

In addition to the 3-day First Aid at Work course, we also offer other recognised training options in Bexley, such as Paediatric First Aid and the one-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course. To explore the full selection, visit our First Aid Courses in Bexley page.

You can also find out more about this qualification on our First Aid at Work course overview page.

Why Choose Hurak?

Hurak is a trusted platform for accredited workplace training, supporting more than 100,000 learners across the UK. When you book your First Aid at Work course in Bexley through us, you benefit from:

• ✓ Ongoing support from our dedicated team before, during, and after booking
• ✓ Clear and upfront pricing, with no hidden extras
• ✓ Flexible payment choices, including buy now and pay later options
• ✓ Courses run by trusted, fully accredited training providers
• ✓ Over 15 years of experience helping learners gain essential workplace skills
• ✓ Certificates that comply with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) standards