First Aid at Work Training (3 Days)

This Level 3 First Aid at Work training course (3 days) gives you the knowledge and skills necessary for you to successfully carry out your duties as a first aider.

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First Aid at Work Course

The First Aid At Work (FAW) Training Course, also referred to as the FAW course, is a 3-day course (1 day via distance learning and 2 days classroom) that covers a wide range of topics related to first aid. The course is designed for people aged 16+ who might need to provide first aid by responding to a wide range of accidents, injuries, and illnesses that they could encounter in their workplace.

This extensive level 3 first aid course meets the requirements specified in the Health and Safety Regulations (First Aid) 1981 and goes a step beyond the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course, qualifying you to work in high-risk workplaces.

The FAW course also covers emergency situation management and good effective communication in the event of an incident, whether it's a victim, eyewitnesses to the problem, or expert medical personnel who respond.

3 day first aid at work qualification

Did you know? The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) states that a first-aider must be appointed where there are more than five employees.

Who should take the FAW course?

The FAW course is ideal for organisations whose needs assessment has identified a requirement for additional first aid training. This might be due to having employees with a disability or a medical condition. It is ideal for those working in high-risk environments such as construction, manufacturing, warehousing, or healthcare.

What will I learn in the FAW course?

The FAW course will cover topics such as:

• how to assess an incident

• how to manage an unresponsive casualty

• how to administer CPR

• how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to carry out a risk assessment

• how to recognize and treat a variety of injuries and medical conditions, including:

• bleeding

• burns

• fractures

• heart attacks

• strokes

• seizures

• choking

In addition to the topics covered in an emergency first aid at work course, this course covers treatment for various injuries and medical conditions.

Full details regarding what you will learn in the 3-day First Aid At Work course can be reviewed in our topics covered section below.

What is the Difference between Emergency First Aid at Work and First Aid at Work?

The main difference between Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and First Aid at Work (FAW) is the depth of training. Emergency first aid at work is designed for low-risk workplaces, while first aid at work is designed for higher-risk workplaces. First aid at work also provides comprehensive training for those required to be designated first aiders within their workplace.

The First Aid at Work course is 3 days long (1 day via distance learning and 2 days in class), while the Emergency First Aid at Work is only 1 day.

The content of each course also differs, with the First Aid At Work course covering a wider range of topics such as dealing with an unconscious casualty, heart attacks and strokes, and spinal injuries. The emergency first aid at work course covers basic life support, choking, burns and bleeds.

First Aid Training

If you're looking for a more extensive course or work in high-risk environments, look at our 3-day first aid at work course. If you're looking to become a first aid trainer or instructor, then the First Aid at Work for Instructors course is right for you.

Assessment of first-aid needs

Employers have a legal responsibility to carry out a first-aid needs assessment. This will help them decide how many first-aiders they need, what level of training they need, and what equipment and facilities are required.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has provided guidance on conducting a first-aid needs assessment.

Annual Refresher

Under the current Health and Safety Executive guidelines, first-aiders are strongly recommended to take an annual refresher course to keep their first aid skills up to date. The annual refresher course is a great way to stay confident and competent in your first aid skills.

On-Site First Aid Training - Group Bookings

Booking for a large number of people? We provide on-site and in-house first aid and health and safety training at your location, workplace, school, or community group.

What's included:

• Time and cost-effective: no more transportation expenses, with discounts available for big groups.

• Bespoke training - tailored to meet your needs and work environment.

• Flexible: you may choose a day, location, and time that is convenient for you.

• Trusted Provider - Rated #1 First Aid training provider offering training that you can trust, with over 100,000+ learners trained by our highly qualified first-aid instructors

• Trusted First Aid Provider - Rated #1 First Aid training provider offering training that you can trust, with over 100,000+ learners trained by our highly qualified first-aid instructors

• We offer a wide range of first aid training courses to suit your needs: Including the 1-day emergency first aid at work (EFAW) course, paediatric first aid, first aid trainers course, and AED & CPR

Who is this course for?

Our 3-day First Aid at Work is perfect for most workplaces including high-risk environments such as construction sites or warehouses.

Individuals working in high-risk environments
Individuals looking to apply or renew their SIA licence
Individuals who want to be able to handle emergency first aid situations

Course content

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Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider

This topic will cover the roles and responsibilities of a first aider that you need to carry out in order to minimise the risk of infection to yourself and to others while providing first aid. You will also learn when the casualty's consent is required and when it can be assumed.

Assessing an Incident

You will learn how to conduct a scene survey, as well as, a primary survey of a casualty, and summon appropriate assistance based on the outcome of that survey.

Unresponsive Casualty

In this topic, you will learn when and how to deliver CPR and place a casualty in the recovery position. You will also learn how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure.

Choking

You will learn how to identify when a casualty is experiencing mild or severe choking and how to deliver first aid to them.

External Bleeding and Shock

You will learn to identify the severity of external bleeding and control it. You will also learn to recognise a casualty who is suffering from shock and administer first aid to them.

Minor Injuries

In this topic, you will learn how to administer first aid to a casualty with smalls cuts, grazes, bruises, small splinters, minor burns and scalds.

Conducting a Secondary Survey

You will learn which information to ask for when gathering a casualty history and how to conduct a head to toe survey.

Injuries to Bones, Muscles and Joints

You will learn to recognise suspected fractures and dislocations, sprains and strains and to administer first aid (including the application of a support sling or an elevated sling) to a casualty who has sustained these injuries.

Head and Spinal Injuries

You will learn to recognise and administer first aid to a casualty who has sustained a head or spinal injury.

Chest Injuries

You will learn to recognise and administer first aid to a casualty who has a flailed chest or has sustained a penetrating chest injury.

Burns and Scalds

You will learn to recognise the severity of burns and administer first aid to a casualty who has sustained burns involving dry or wet heat, electricity or chemicals.

Eye Injury

You will learn how to administer first aid for eye injuries involving dust, chemicals and embedded objects.

Sudden Poisoning

You will learn to identify the routes that poison can take to enter the body, how to administer first aid to a casualty who is affected by sudden poisoning, and how to identify sources of information for treating those affected by sudden poisoning.

Anaphylaxis

You will learn to identify and recognise common triggers for anaphylaxis, as well as, administering first aid to a casualty suffering from anaphylaxis.

Major Illness

You will learn how to recognise the signs of and administer first aid to a casualty suffering from heart attack, stroke, epileptic seizure, asthma attack and diabetic emergency.

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Frequently Asked Question

What is a First Aid course?

This course will prepare you to provide immediate assistance to any person suffering from either a minor or serious illness/ injury. By knowing what to do in an emergency, First Aiders can potentially preserve someone's life.

Should I go for Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) or First Aid at Work (FAW) Training?

EFAW is a 1-day First Aid course that is designed to prepare you for emergencies in low-risk environments.

FAW on the other hand is a 3-day First Aid course designed to cover the training requirements for the official First Aider in an organisation. It is ideal for high-risk environments.

HSE recommends that at any given time if there are more than 25 individuals at a venue, the 3-day FAW course will be required to maintain the Health & Safety of both employees and the general public.

We recommend the 3-day FAW qualification to anyone where this is a feasible option because it includes the 1-day EFAW content and enables the first aider to recognise and administer first aid in more serious scenarios.

Is it a legal requirement to have a qualified First Aider at work?

Even though it is not a legal requirement to have a fully trained First Aider, a person should be appointed to take charge of the first-aid arrangements.

Depending on the workplace, a risk assessment should be conducted to determine the likelihood of First-Aid emergencies. For high-risk environments, it is recommended to have 1 First Aider for every 50 employees. If there is a change in ergonomics, the risk assessment should be updated.

What are the responsibilities of Employers regarding First Aid?

Under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and Approved Code of Practice (ACOP L74), employers must provide:

Adequate & Appropriate Equipment
First-Aid Facilities
Qualified personnel who can provide First Aid to workers if they get injured or become ill at work.

First-Aid regulations apply to all workplaces, including those with five or fewer employees, as well as for the self-employed.

Why is it necessary to have a First Aid kit?

Since emergencies are unpredictable, having an accessible & fully stocked First-Aid kit on any work site is crucial. An appointed person responsible for taking charge of First-Aid arrangements would also be needed.

What will I receive after completing the First Aid at Work course?

After successfully finishing the course, you will obtain a nationally accepted First Aid at Work qualification. Certification specifics depend on the training provider; some issue their own accredited certificates, while others might provide an RQF-accredited qualification for an extra fee, which is usually only necessary for First Aid trainers. Please reach out to us for more details.

How long is this Level 3 First Aid at Work Certificate valid for?

Your FAW Certificate is valid for 3 years from the date you completed your training.

Can legal action be taken against a First Aider?

It is highly unlikely that legal action will be taken against a First Aider given they follow best practices and have completed a legitimate First Aid qualification. However, you should check with your company's insurance providers whether they cover First Aiders' liability in their insurance policy.

4.8 course rating

1160 ratings

Gorvinder Mattoo

Hurak Learning

Mon July 08 2024

First aid training and SIA top up was delivered well by Abdiaziz. Was clear and easy to understand in the training he provided.

Raj Sidhu

Mon July 01 2024

Daziz is very nice tutor everything we learn from them we learn from first aid and physical intervention

Harry Dunne

Thu June 27 2024

Abdiaziz was really well spoken and clear, made the training much easier for me

Stefano Manzo

Abdiaziz was a good teacher and I have learned a lot things

Ahmed Abaaz

Tue June 25 2024

Amazing trainers and staff with a detailed course, the real life scenarios were very different to other courses and were much more informative and detailed compared to others

Imaad Hafeez

Amazing experience overall woth all the scenarios given, amazing trainers and staff, would recommend the course it is amazing

First Aid at Work Training (3 Days)

Course Features

Learning Options

Classroom

In-house

First Aid at Work Course

Who should take the FAW course?

What will I learn in the FAW course?

What is the Difference between Emergency First Aid at Work and First Aid at Work?

First Aid Training

Assessment of first-aid needs

Annual Refresher

On-Site First Aid Training - Group Bookings

Who is this course for?

Course content

Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider

Assessing an Incident

Unresponsive Casualty

Choking

External Bleeding and Shock

Minor Injuries

Conducting a Secondary Survey

Injuries to Bones, Muscles and Joints

Head and Spinal Injuries

Chest Injuries

Burns and Scalds

Eye Injury

Sudden Poisoning

Anaphylaxis

Major Illness

Learning options

4.8 course rating 1160 ratings

Gorvinder Mattoo

Raj Sidhu

Harry Dunne

Stefano Manzo

Ahmed Abaaz

Imaad Hafeez

No Booking fee

Approved providers only

Buying for your team?

Pay by invoice

Frequently Asked Question

What is a First Aid course?

Should I go for Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) or First Aid at Work (FAW) Training?

Is it a legal requirement to have a qualified First Aider at work?

What are the responsibilities of Employers regarding First Aid?

Why is it necessary to have a First Aid kit?

What will I receive after completing the First Aid at Work course?

How long is this Level 3 First Aid at Work Certificate valid for?

Can legal action be taken against a First Aider?

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