First Aid at Work Course in Fareham

What Is the First Aid at Work Course?

The First Aid at Work course in Fareham is a comprehensive 3-day programme designed for workplaces with a higher risk of injury, such as construction sites, factories, and warehouses. This course covers a wide range of first aid techniques, from basic to advanced, including managing fractures, burns, illnesses, and conducting secondary surveys to assess injuries effectively.

What Will You Learn on the Course?

Over three days, the First Aid at Work course in Fareham provides in-depth first aid training. The course begins with fundamental techniques such as assessing emergencies, performing CPR, and ensuring your own safety. As you progress, the training expands to more complex scenarios like handling fractures, burns, chest injuries, spinal injuries, and responding to sudden illnesses. This course ensures you’re equipped to manage both minor injuries and critical situations confidently and effectively.

Key areas include:

• Emergency scene management and casualty assessments
• CPR, AED use, and the recovery position
• Managing severe bleeding, choking, and shock
• First aid for fractures, head injuries, chest injuries, and burns
• Responding to medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, and seizures
• Recognising and treating poisoning, anaphylaxis, and eye injuries
• Practical skills for advanced first aid in high-risk workplaces

By completing this accredited Level 3 course, you’ll gain the confidence to respond to serious medical emergencies in Fareham’s high-risk environments, ensuring your workplace is prepared for any situation.

Who Is the Course for in Fareham?

This First Aid at Work course in Fareham is ideal for those who are responsible for providing first aid in medium- to high-risk workplaces. It is particularly suited for both employers looking to meet their compliance obligations and employees who wish to gain comprehensive first aid skills to respond to serious workplace incidents.

The course is suitable for professionals in the following sectors:

• Construction, trades, and facilities maintenance teams
• Manufacturing and engineering staff working in workshops
• Warehousing, logistics, and distribution centre employees
• Energy, utilities, and oil & gas contractors
• Hospitality workers, event coordinators, and large venue managers
• Retail employees, especially in large operations with back-of-house activities
• Educational institutions with laboratories or technical workshops
• Security teams, site supervisors, and facilities management personnel
• Shift leaders, supervisors, and appointed first aiders
• Employees looking to upgrade from Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) to First Aid at Work (FAW)

Entry Requirements

To join the First Aid at Work course in Fareham, you must be 16 years or older. There are no other entry requirements, and no prior first aid knowledge is needed. The course is designed to take you step by step, from basic techniques to more advanced workplace scenarios, ensuring you can apply your skills with confidence when needed most.

How Is the Course Assessed?

Assessment for this course takes place over the three-day programme. You’ll be evaluated through a combination of practical exercises and a brief multiple-choice test. Your skills will be assessed as you demonstrate key first aid techniques, while your knowledge will be tested in the quiz. This supportive assessment method ensures you gain the practical skills and theoretical understanding needed to act confidently in workplace emergencies.

Will I Receive a Recognised Certificate?

Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll receive a nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. This accredited, HSE-approved qualification is valid for 3 years, ensuring you and your employer comply with health and safety regulations and have peace of mind.

On-Site First Aid at Work Training in Fareham

Employers in Fareham can arrange on-site First Aid at Work training for their teams, allowing you to train multiple staff members together, directly at your workplace. Trainers will bring all necessary equipment to you, reducing travel time and minimising downtime for your staff. These sessions can also be tailored to suit the specific risks of your industry, with practical, real-world scenarios designed to address the unique challenges your workplace faces.

Key benefits of on-site training include:

• ✓ Train your entire team together, at your workplace, for improved efficiency
• ✓ Minimise disruption to operations by saving valuable travel time
• ✓ Flexible scheduling to suit your business needs, with training times that work around your operations
• ✓ More cost-effective for larger teams with group booking discounts
• ✓ Tailored training scenarios that reflect your industry’s specific risks

How to Get to the Venue

The First Aid at Work training venue in Fareham is located in the town centre, making it easily accessible by public transport and car. Fareham Railway Station is just a short walk from the venue and offers good connections to surrounding areas. The venue is well-served by local bus routes, including services operated by First Group and Stagecoach, with bus stops nearby. For those driving, parking options are available at the Fareham Shopping Centre Car Park and West Street Car Park, both just a few minutes’ walk from the venue.

Popular Areas We Serve Around Fareham

While the First Aid at Work course is held in Fareham town centre, we frequently welcome learners from nearby areas. Many learners come from industries that require comprehensive workplace first aid coverage, especially those in high-risk environments.

Popular nearby locations include:

• Portsmouth
• Southampton
• Gosport
• Locks Heath
• Stubbington
• Titchfield
• Portchester

Whether you’re based in Fareham or the surrounding areas, booking onto this course is straightforward and convenient, ensuring an accessible training experience for all learners.

Other First Aid Courses in Fareham

In addition to the First Aid at Work course, we offer other accredited first aid qualifications in Fareham, such as Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Paediatric First Aid. To explore the full range of courses, visit our First Aid Courses in Fareham page.

To find out more about the First Aid at Work qualification, you can also visit our First Aid at Work overview page.

Why Choose Hurak?

Hurak is a leading provider of accredited workplace training, trusted by over 100,000 learners across the UK. When you book your First Aid at Work course in Fareham with us, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

• ✓ Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
• ✓ Flexible payment options, including buy now, pay later
• ✓ Dedicated support throughout your booking process and training experience
• ✓ More than 15 years of experience in delivering high-quality workplace training
• ✓ Certificates that meet HSE requirements, ensuring compliance
• ✓ Accredited courses taught by fully qualified instructors