What Is the First Aid at Work Course?
The First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Irvine is a 3-day Level 3 qualification designed for workplaces where the risk of injury or illness is higher—such as construction, manufacturing, warehousing, and site-based operations. It provides in-depth first aid training, covering everything from secondary assessment and casualty monitoring to managing fractures, burns, and sudden medical conditions.
Across the three days, learners build the confidence and competence to respond appropriately to serious incidents and support a safer, more compliant workplace.
✅ Successful learners achieve an HSE-compliant Level 3 certificate valid for three years, confirming they are qualified to provide full workplace first aid support.
Who Is the Course for in Irvine?
This training is intended for appointed first aiders and staff who may need to take responsibility during workplace incidents—particularly in medium- to high-risk settings.
Ideal for:
- Construction and trades teams (sites, maintenance, FM)
- Warehousing, logistics, and distribution centres
- Manufacturing and engineering environments
- Utilities contractors and field-based teams
- Large retail operations with stockrooms and back-of-house risk
- Hospitality, events, and venues with higher footfall
- Education settings with practical areas (workshops, labs, sports)
- Facilities management and security teams
- Supervisors, shift leaders, and designated first aiders
- Teams progressing from EFAW to full FAW cover
What Will You Learn on the Course?
Over three days, the First Aid at Work course in Irvine takes you from essential emergency response to advanced workplace first aid. You’ll begin with core life-saving skills—such as casualty assessment, CPR, and AED use—then progress into the injuries and illnesses that are more likely to occur in higher-risk environments.
Key areas include:
- Managing the scene safely and carrying out casualty assessments
- Primary and secondary surveys, including monitoring and handover
- CPR, recovery position, and safe AED use
- Responding to choking, severe bleeding, and shock
- First aid for fractures, burns, head injuries, and chest injuries
- Managing spinal injuries and other serious trauma
- Responding to major illnesses such as heart attack, stroke, seizures, asthma, and diabetes
- Recognising anaphylaxis, poisoning, and eye injuries and taking appropriate action
By completing this accredited Level 3 First Aid at Work course, you’ll be prepared to deal with both minor incidents and life-threatening emergencies confidently and correctly.
Entry Requirements
There are no complex entry requirements. Learners must be 16 years or older, and no prior first aid experience is needed. The course is delivered step by step, building skills progressively across the three days.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment is completed throughout the 3-day course through continuous trainer observation, practical demonstrations, and short multiple-choice knowledge checks. This supportive method ensures you can apply the learning confidently in realistic workplace situations.
🎯 Not sure if you’ll pass? Don’t worry.
You’ll get support from your trainer throughout the course, access to free practice resources, and the option to retake assessments if needed. With our providers’ high pass rates, you can book with confidence.
Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?
Yes. After successful completion, you’ll be awarded a nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. The qualification is accredited, meets HSE expectations, and is valid for three years—supporting workplace compliance and providing reassurance that trained first aid cover is in place.
On-Site First Aid at Work Training in Irvine
If you are an employer, you can arrange on-site First Aid at Work training in Irvine for your staff. Trainers bring the required equipment to your premises, helping reduce travel and downtime while keeping teams trained together.
Benefits of on-site training:
- ✓ Train multiple staff together at your workplace
- ✓ Reduce travel time and minimise disruption
- ✓ Scenarios tailored to your industry and site hazards
- ✓ Better value for teams compared to individual bookings
- ✓ Flexible scheduling to suit shifts and operations
How to Get to the Venue
The First Aid at Work training venue in Irvine is based in the town centre, making it easy to reach by public transport or car. Irvine Railway Station provides a convenient travel option for learners commuting from across Ayrshire and Glasgow, while local bus routes connect nearby towns. If driving, Irvine is accessible via key routes such as the A78 and A71, with town-centre parking available nearby.
Popular Areas We Cover Near Irvine
The First Aid at Work course isn’t limited to the Irvine town centre. We regularly welcome learners travelling in from surrounding areas—particularly those working in higher-risk roles who need full workplace first aid cover.
Popular nearby locations include:
- Kilmarnock
- Kilwinning
- Stevenston
- Saltcoats
- Ardrossan
- Troon
- Prestwick
- Ayr
- Glasgow South
Wherever you’re based locally, booking onto this course is straightforward and convenient.
Other First Aid Courses in Irvine
We also offer other recognised first aid courses in Irvine, such as Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Paediatric First Aid. For the complete range, see our First Aid Courses in Irvine page.
You can also learn more about this qualification in general on our First Aid at Work course overview page.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is a UK marketplace for accredited workplace training, trusted by more than 100,000 learners. When you book your First Aid at Work course in Irvine through us, you’ll benefit from:
- ✓Workplace training expertise built over many years
- ✓Courses delivered by fully accredited providers
- ✓Certificates aligned with HSE expectations for compliance
- ✓Clear pricing with no hidden fees
- ✓Flexible payment options, including buy now, pay later
- ✓Support from our team throughout your booking journey
