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First Aid at Work Course in Sheffield
Join an accredited 3-day First Aid at Work course in Sheffield. 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 Sheffield is a comprehensive 3-day training programme tailored for high-risk environments such as construction sites, manufacturing plants, and industrial settings. This course equips participants with in-depth first aid skills, including how to manage injuries like fractures and burns, address medical conditions, and perform secondary assessments of casualties.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
The 3-day First Aid at Work course in Sheffield provides comprehensive training, starting with the fundamentals and advancing to more complex emergency scenarios. You’ll begin by mastering emergency scene management and ensuring the safety of yourself and others, alongside learning CPR techniques. As the course progresses, you'll delve into more detailed subjects such as fractures, burns, spinal and chest injuries, and medical conditions like sudden illnesses. This course prepares you to respond to both minor injuries and life-threatening situations with confidence.
Key topics covered include:
- Managing emergency scenes and performing casualty assessments
- CPR techniques, using the recovery position, and operating an AED
- Handling bleeding, choking, and shock situations
- Providing first aid for fractures, burns, and head injuries
- Responding to major medical emergencies like heart attacks, strokes, and seizures
- Recognising and treating anaphylaxis, poisoning, and eye injuries
- Hands-on first aid skills specifically tailored to high-risk workplace environments
Upon successful completion of this accredited Level 3 course, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to manage serious incidents in high-risk work settings effectively.
Who Is the Course for?
The First Aid at Work course in Sheffield is ideal for those responsible for delivering first aid in workplaces with medium to high-risk environments. This training is valuable for both employers who need to meet legal requirements and employees who wish to acquire the skills necessary to handle workplace emergencies effectively.
Perfect for individuals working in:
- Construction, trades, and site maintenance
- Manufacturing plants and engineering workshops
- Logistics, warehousing, and distribution centres
- Energy, utilities, oil, and gas sectors
- Hospitality, event management, and large public venues
- Large-scale retail operations with back-end facilities
- Educational institutions with laboratories or practical workshops
- Security personnel and facilities management teams
- Shift leaders, supervisors, and designated first aiders
- Teams transitioning from Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) to First Aid at Work (FAW)
Entry Requirements
The First Aid at Work course in Sheffield has simple entry requirements. Participants must be 16 years or older, and no previous first aid experience is necessary. This course is designed to guide you step-by-step, from the basics to more advanced workplace first aid scenarios.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Throughout the 3-day First Aid at Work course, your progress will be assessed by your trainer using a variety of methods. You will be evaluated through practical demonstrations, skills observations, and short multiple-choice questions. This ongoing assessment ensures you are fully supported and able to apply your knowledge with confidence in real-world workplace settings.
You will receive continuous support from your trainer, access to free practice materials, and the chance to retake assessments if needed. With a 100% pass rate from our providers, you can book with total confidence.
Will I Receive a Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. This accredited and HSE-approved qualification is valid for 3 years, ensuring that both you and your employer meet all necessary compliance requirements, offering complete peace of mind.
On-Site First Aid at Work Training in Sheffield
As an employer in Sheffield, you can organise on-site First Aid at Work training for your team. Our trainers will bring all required equipment directly to your workplace, making it easy for you to stay compliant while minimising staff downtime and travel. These on-site sessions can be customised to address the unique risks and requirements of your specific industry, providing real-world scenarios relevant to your work environment.
Advantages of on-site training:
- ✓ Train your entire team on-site, saving time and resources
- ✓ Reduce travel and minimise disruption to daily operations
- ✓ Customised scenarios based on the specific risks of your industry
- ✓ Cost-effective option for training larger teams
- ✓ Flexibility to schedule training at times that suit your team
How to Get to the Venue
The First Aid at Work training venue in Sheffield is conveniently located in the city centre, offering easy access by both public transport and car. The venue is just a short distance from Sheffield Railway Station and well-connected by local bus routes, including services operated by Stagecoach and First South Yorkshire. There are also several city-centre parking options available for those driving.
Popular Areas We Cover Near Sheffield
The First Aid at Work course is not limited to Sheffield city centre. We regularly welcome learners from surrounding areas, especially those working in high-risk industries who need comprehensive workplace first aid training.
Popular nearby locations include:
- Rotherham
- Chesterfield
- Barnsley
- Doncaster
- Worksop
- Dronfield
- Hoyland
- Stocksbridge
- Penistone
- Hillsborough
Whether you're based in Sheffield or the surrounding areas, booking onto this course is easy and accessible.
Other First Aid Courses in Sheffield
In addition to the First Aid at Work course, we also offer other accredited first aid courses in Sheffield, including Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Paediatric First Aid. For the full list of courses, visit our First Aid Courses in Sheffield page.
To learn more about this qualification in detail, check out our First Aid at Work course overview page.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is a trusted leader in accredited workplace training across the UK, with over 100,000 learners relying on us. When you book your First Aid at Work course in Sheffield with us, you'll benefit from:
- ✓Over 15 years of expertise in delivering high-quality workplace training
- ✓Courses taught by fully accredited and experienced training providers
- ✓Certificates that comply with HSE regulations and workplace standards
- ✓Clear and transparent pricing with no hidden charges
- ✓Flexible payment options, including 'buy now, pay later'
- ✓Expert support from our dedicated team throughout the booking process
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Frequently Asked Questions
EFAW is a one-day introductory course designed to cover essential life-saving skills in emergency situations. In contrast, FAW is a comprehensive three-day qualification that covers a wider range of workplace incidents, including the management of fractures, burns, illnesses, and more advanced first aid techniques.
The First Aid at Work course runs over three days, with each day typically lasting between 6 to 7 hours, including breaks.
Yes, the course is HSE-compliant and provides a Level 3 qualification, fully meeting UK workplace first aid regulations.
Your FAW certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue.
No, prior training is not necessary. Anyone aged 16 or older can enrol directly onto the FAW course.
This course is perfect for individuals working in medium- to high-risk environments, such as construction sites, warehouses, factories, engineering facilities, hospitality venues, and large office settings in and around Sheffield.
The FAW course covers everything in the EFAW course, as well as more advanced topics, including how to manage fractures, burns, and eye injuries, dealing with medical conditions (such as asthma, epilepsy, and diabetes), and conducting a secondary survey of casualties.
Assessment is continuous over the 3-day course. You will be evaluated through practical demonstrations, observation by the trainer, and a short multiple-choice test to confirm your understanding and skills.
If you do not pass the assessment, don’t worry. You will receive support from your trainer, have access to free revision resources, and be given multiple opportunities to retake the assessment. Most learners pass on their first attempt.
The cost of the First Aid at Work course in Sheffield is typically £199.99 per person. Discounts may be available for group bookings, and you can also spread the cost with flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments.
The training takes place at a centrally located venue in Sheffield, easily accessible by public transport. The venue is close to Sheffield railway station and major bus routes, with parking facilities available nearby.
Yes, we offer on-site First Aid at Work training for groups. Our trainers will bring all the necessary equipment to your workplace and tailor the course to address the specific risks of your industry.
You only need to bring photo ID and wear comfortable clothing, as practical exercises, including CPR and the recovery position, will require you to work on the floor.
Before your 3-year FAW certificate expires, you must take a 2-day FAW Requalification course. If your certificate has fully expired, you will need to retake the full 3-day FAW course.
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