Emergency First Aid at Work

The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider and how to assess an incident.

The qualification also covers first aid skills in CPR and use of an AED, providing first aid to a casualty who is choking and dealing with external bleeding and hypovolemic shock. The qualification supports/approves workplace emergency first aiders for a period of 3 years, after which point learners will need to retake the course.

Our emergency first aid at work course is delivered in a classroom setting over one day. All learners must have a basic understanding of English reading and writing. The minimum age to attend the course is 14. The class timings are usually 9am to 5pm. 

Each delegate receives a first aid training pack for their course. The training pack includes a course workbook, various types of bandages, wipes, gloves, face shields and more. Learners can use their pack during the course and then take it away to practice with after the course.

Topics Covered:

Our emergency first aid course covers the following topics:

• Aims and principles of first aid
• How to assess an incident
• Basic Life Support (CPR & basic use of an AED)
• Provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty
• Provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding
• Provide first aid to a casualty  who is choking
• Assessment and treatment of burns
• Assessment and treatment of minor injuries
• Record keeping