What Is the First Aid at Work Course?
The First Aid at Work course in Merthyr Tydfil is a 3-day training programme built for workplaces where risks are higher, including construction sites, factories, and warehouses. It covers a broader, more in-depth range of first aid skills than a 1-day course, including secondary assessments and how to respond to injuries such as fractures and burns as well as a variety of workplace illnesses.
✅ Successful learners achieve an HSE-compliant Level 3 certificate, valid for three years, which proves they are fully trained to respond to serious incidents on site.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
Delivered over three days, the First Aid at Work course in Merthyr Tydfil develops your skills from core emergency actions through to more advanced workplace scenarios. You’ll start with how to manage an incident safely, assess a casualty, and carry out CPR with confidence. The training then moves into wider first aid responsibilities, covering injuries such as fractures, burns, head and chest trauma, and suspected spinal damage, alongside how to respond to sudden illness in the workplace. This 3-day First Aid at Work course is designed to prepare you for both minor incidents and serious emergencies.
Key areas include:
- CPR, recovery position, and safe AED use
- Emergency scene management, primary checks, and casualty surveys
- Managing choking, bleeding, and shock
- First aid for burns, fractures, and injuries to the head, chest, and spine
- Responding to major illnesses such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, asthma, and diabetes
- Recognising and treating anaphylaxis, poisoning, and eye injuries
- Practical workplace first aid skills that extend beyond the basics
By completing this accredited Level 3 First Aid at Work course, you’ll build the confidence and competence to respond effectively in demanding workplace environments where serious risks are present.
Who Is the Course for in Merthyr Tydfil?
This First Aid at Work training is intended for people who may need to take charge when a workplace incident happens in medium- to high-risk settings. It suits organisations that need to meet first aid compliance duties as well as individuals who want the confidence to handle more serious injuries and sudden illness at work.
Ideal for:
- Appointed first aiders, supervisors, and shift leaders
- Construction, trades, and site-based teams (maintenance, FM)
- Warehousing, logistics, and distribution environments
- Manufacturing lines and engineering workshops
- Utilities and energy contractors working on active sites
- Security staff and facilities management teams
- Education settings with practical areas such as labs and workshops
- Large retail sites with stockrooms and back-of-house operations
- Hospitality teams, events staff, and busy public venues
- Employees stepping up from EFAW to FAW
Entry Requirements
This course has straightforward entry requirements. You only need to be 16 years old or above, and you don’t need previous first aid training. The content is taught progressively, building from core principles to more advanced workplace scenarios in a clear, step-by-step way.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment on the First Aid at Work course takes place throughout the 3 days, guided by your trainer. You’ll be assessed through practical demonstrations, observed performance during activities, and short multiple-choice questions. This supportive approach helps you stay on track and shows you can apply your learning confidently in real workplace situations.
🎯 Not sure if you’ll pass? Don't worry.
You’ll get full support from your trainer throughout the course, access to free practice resources, and the opportunity to retake assessments if needed. With our providers’ 100% pass rate, you can book with complete confidence.
Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?
Once you successfully complete the training, you’ll receive a nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. The qualification is accredited and HSE-approved, and it remains valid for 3 years, giving both you and your employer clear proof of compliance and reassurance on site.
On-Site First Aid at Work Training in Merthyr Tydfil
If you’re an employer, you can arrange on-site First Aid at Work training in Merthyr Tydfil for a group of staff at your own premises. Our trainers bring the required equipment to you, helping your business meet first aid responsibilities while cutting down on staff travel and time away from work. Training can also be aligned to your sector, using examples and scenarios that reflect the real risks and routines of your workplace.
Benefits of on-site training:
- ✓Keep your team together by training at your workplace
- ✓Reduce disruption by limiting travel and downtime
- ✓Workplace-focused scenarios based on your industry risks
- ✓Better value when training larger groups
- ✓Select dates and times that suit your operations
How to Get to the Venue
The First Aid at Work training venue in Merthyr Tydfil is based in the town centre, making it straightforward to reach by public transport or by car. The venue is close to Merthyr Tydfil railway station and within easy reach of local bus connections via the main town-centre bus station, with parking options available nearby for those driving in.
Popular Areas We Cover Near Merthyr Tydfil
The First Aid at Work course isn’t limited to Merthyr Tydfil town centre. We regularly welcome learners travelling in from nearby areas, particularly those working in higher-risk environments who need full workplace first aid cover.
Popular nearby locations include:
- Dowlais
- Gurnos
- Penydarren
- Georgetown
- Abercanaid
- Troedyrhiw
- Pentrebach
- Aberfan
- Treharris
- Bedlinog
- Aberdare
- Hirwaun
- Tredegar
Wherever you’re based around Merthyr Tydfil and the surrounding Valleys, booking onto this course is simple and convenient.
Other First Aid Courses in Merthyr Tydfil
We also offer other recognised first aid courses in Merthyr Tydfil, such as Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Paediatric First Aid. For the complete range, see our First Aid Courses in Merthyr Tydfil 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 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 Merthyr Tydfil through us, you’ll get:
- ✓15+ years of experience delivering workplace training
- ✓Courses delivered by fully accredited training providers
- ✓Certificates designed to meet HSE requirements
- ✓Clear pricing with no hidden charges
- ✓Flexible payment options, including buy now, pay later
- ✓Support from our team from booking through to certification
