Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification is ideal for those working in lower hazard environments (e.g. shops, offices), with smaller teams (i.e. less than 50 people), where HSE guidelines specify staff should be EFAW qualified or where they are supporting colleagues who hold a full First Aid at Work qualification. It is nationally recognised and accredited to RQF level 3 (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) / SQF level 5 (Scotland).

The informative and enjoyable one-day course will equip learners with the skills and confidence to respond to a range of first aid incidents and emergencies.

Qualification details and validity

The Emergency First Aid at Work (England, Wales, Northern Ireland RQF level 3 / Scotland SCQG level 6) qualification is valid for three years. The course consists of six contact hours, including of practical and theoretical activities.

Course syllabus

The course syllabus includes… Responsibilities and reporting | Assessing the situation | Dealing with an unresponsive casualty| Basic hygiene in First Aid | Burns | Epilepsy | Resuscitation (including the use of a defibrillator) | Anatomy | Minor injuries | Bleeding control | Choking | Shock

Assessment and certification

Assessment is ongoing by the instructor, along with a multiple choice question paper, and a three-year qualification will be issued to those who satisfy the criteria. In addition, the HSE strongly recommend that all students undergo an annual refresher programme of three hours.

Age restrictions and group sizes

A maximum of 12 learners are allowed per instructor and must be a minimum of 14 years of age. An individual cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role. The qualification will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age.