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First Aid at Work Course in Kirkwall
Join an accredited 3-day First Aid at Work course in Kirkwall. Get certified to handle workplace emergencies with an HSE-approved Level 3 qualification, ideal for high-risk workplaces.
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Learning Options
In-house training: Host the course at your workplace for a group of employees.
- Minimises work disruption
- Tailored to your needs
- Flexible scheduling
What Is the First Aid at Work Course?
The First Aid at Work course in Kirkwall is a 3-day training programme designed for medium to high-risk workplaces such as construction sites, manufacturing facilities, and warehouses. It delivers in-depth first aid knowledge, covering situations ranging from fractures and burns to managing sudden illness and carrying out detailed casualty assessments.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
Over three days, the First Aid at Work course in Kirkwall guides learners through both essential and advanced workplace first aid skills. You’ll start with the fundamentals of assessing an emergency situation, protecting yourself and others, and performing CPR. The course then progresses into more complex situations, including dealing with fractures, burns, spinal injuries, chest injuries, and medical emergencies. This comprehensive 3-day First Aid at Work course prepares you to respond confidently to both minor injuries and life-threatening incidents.
Key areas include:
- Emergency scene management and casualty surveys
- CPR, recovery position, and AED use
- Managing bleeding, choking, and shock
- First aid for fractures, head injuries, chest injuries, and burns
- Responding to major illnesses such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, asthma, and diabetes
- Recognising and treating poisoning, anaphylaxis, and eye injuries
- Practical skills for workplace first aid training that go beyond the basics
By completing this accredited Level 3 First Aid at Work course, you will develop the confidence and competence required to respond effectively in workplaces where higher safety risks may be present.
Who Is the Course for in Kirkwall?
This First Aid at Work training is intended for individuals responsible for providing first aid in medium- to high-risk workplaces. It is suitable for employers who need to meet workplace safety regulations as well as employees who want to be prepared to handle serious incidents.
Ideal for:
- Construction & trades (sites, maintenance, FM)
- Manufacturing & engineering workshops
- Warehousing, logistics & distribution centres
- Utilities, energy, oil & gas contractors
- Hospitality, events & large public venues
- Large retail with back-of-house operations
- Education sites with labs/workshops
- Security teams and facilities management
- Supervisors, shift leaders, and appointed first aiders
- Teams upgrading from EFAW to FAW
Entry Requirements
There are no complicated entry requirements for this course. Participants must be 16 years or older, and no previous first aid knowledge is needed. The training is structured to guide learners from basic principles through to more advanced workplace scenarios step by step.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment on the First Aid at Work course takes place continuously across the three days and is conducted by your trainer. You will be evaluated through a combination of practical demonstrations, observation of your skills during exercises, and short multiple-choice questions. This supportive assessment approach ensures learners can apply their knowledge confidently in real workplace situations.
Your trainer will guide you throughout the course, and you will have access to free practice resources to help you prepare. If needed, you can retake assessments, and with our providers’ 100% pass rate, you can book with confidence.
Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?
After successfully completing the course, you will receive a nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. This qualification is accredited and HSE-approved, remaining valid for three years and confirming that you meet workplace first aid requirements.
On-Site First Aid at Work Training in Kirkwall
If you are an employer, you can arrange on-site First Aid at Work training in Kirkwall so your staff can train together at your workplace. Trainers bring all the required equipment directly to your location, helping reduce travel time and minimise disruption. Sessions can also be tailored to match your industry, using examples and scenarios relevant to the risks in your working environment.
Benefits of on-site training:
- ✓ Train your whole team together at your workplace
- ✓ Save travel time and reduce disruption
- ✓ Tailor scenarios to your industry risks
- ✓ More cost-effective for larger groups
- ✓ Choose dates and times that fit your schedule
How to Get to the Venue
The First Aid at Work training venue in Kirkwall is located near the town centre, making it convenient to reach by local transport or car. The venue is within easy reach of Kirkwall Airport and the main road routes across the Orkney Mainland, with parking available nearby.
Popular Areas We Cover Near Kirkwall
The First Aid at Work course is not limited to Kirkwall itself. Many learners travel in from surrounding communities across the Orkney Mainland, particularly those working in higher-risk industries that require full workplace first aid training.
Popular nearby locations include:
- St Ola
- Finstown
- Dounby
- Stenness
- Orphir
- Evie
- Tankerness
- Birsay
- Harray
- Holm
Wherever you are based in Kirkwall or the wider Orkney area, booking onto this course is simple and convenient.
Other First Aid Courses in Kirkwall
We also offer other recognised first aid courses in Kirkwall, such as Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Paediatric First Aid. For the full range, see our First Aid Courses in Kirkwall page.
You can also learn more about this qualification on our First Aid at Work course overview page.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is one of the UK’s leading marketplaces for accredited workplace training, trusted by more than 100,000 learners. When you book your First Aid at Work course in Kirkwall through us, you’ll get:
- ✓15+ years of experience in workplace training
- ✓Courses delivered by fully accredited training providers
- ✓Certificates that meet HSE requirements
- ✓Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- ✓Flexible payment options, including buy now, pay later
- ✓Dedicated support from our team throughout your booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
This course is ideal for those working in medium- to high-risk environments, such as construction sites, warehouses, factories, engineering facilities, hospitality venues, and large offices.
The First Aid at Work course runs for three days. Each day typically lasts around 6–7 hours, including breaks.
EFAW is a one-day basic course covering life-saving emergencies, while FAW is a three-day qualification with broader skills, including managing fractures, burns, and illnesses.
Yes — this is an HSE-compliant Level 3 course that fully meets UK workplace first aid regulations.
Training takes place at a central Kirkwall venue with convenient access from across the town. Full venue details are provided in your booking confirmation.
No. You don't need to do any prior training. Anyone aged 16 or older can enrol directly onto FAW.
You’ll cover everything in EFAW plus advanced topics such as managing fractures, burns, and eye injuries, dealing with medical conditions (asthma, epilepsy, diabetes), and conducting a secondary survey.
Assessment takes place across the 3 days through a mix of practical demonstrations, trainer observation, and a short multiple-choice test.
Don’t worry — you’ll get trainer support, access to free revision resources, and multiple opportunities to resit. Most learners pass on their first attempt.
The First Aid at Work course in Kirkwall typically costs around £199.99 per person. Discounts may be available for group or workplace bookings, and you can spread the cost with Klarna instalment payments.
Yes — many employers arrange on-site First Aid at Work training for groups. Trainers bring all equipment and tailor the course to your workplace risks.
Just bring photo ID and wear comfortable clothing, as you’ll need to practise CPR and recovery position techniques on the floor.
Your FAW certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue.
You’ll need to take a 2-day First Aid at Work Requalification course before your 3-year certificate runs out. If it expires completely, you’ll need to retake the full 3-day FAW course.
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