First Aid at Work Health and Safety Training Course

The First Aid at Work (FAW) course is designed to train participants to take responsibility for first aid in the workplace. It provides the skills, knowledge and confidence required to deal with a wide range of emergencies in line with an organisation’s first aid risk assessment and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations.

This is the qualification that should be held by designated workplace First Aiders.

DETAILS

Course Information

Who Is the Course For?

  • Anyone who requires the First Aid at Work qualification.
  • Employees appointed as workplace First Aiders in medium- to high-risk environments.
  • Those working in industries where a more comprehensive first aid qualification is legally required.

Course Content

Delegates will learn both theory and practical skills, covering:

  • Principles of First Aid
  • The role of the First Aider and legal responsibilities
  • Actions in an emergency and primary surveys
  • Breathing & circulation – recognition and support
  • Airway obstruction – managing choking incidents
  • Resuscitation (CPR) techniques
  • Treatment of bleeding (minor and severe)
  • Dressings & bandages – correct selection and application
  • Treatment of shock – recognition and management
  • Defibrillation techniques – safe and effective AED use

Assessment & Certification

  • Delegates will complete a written test and a practical assessment.
  • Successful candidates will be awarded the FAA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years.

Course Requirements

  • Duration: 3 Days.
  • Delegates must be physically capable of performing first aid tasks, including CPR.
  • Comfortable clothing is recommended for practical activities.

COURSE DURATION

3 Days

ASSESSMENT

Theory & Practical

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