First Aid at Work Training Course (FAW)
HSE Compliant
3 Day Course
Valid for 3 Years
First Aid at Work Training Course
Duration:
3 Days (18 hours of in-person training)
Includes practical assessments and quizzes throughout the course
Certificate Validity:
3 Years
Ideal for:
Employees in medium- to high-risk work environments
First Aid at Work (FAW) Course – 3‑Day HSE Compliant Workplace First Aid Training in Birmingham and The Midlands
Our First Aid at Work (FAW) course is a comprehensive, in‑depth 3‑day workplace first aid qualification designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to respond confidently to a wide range of injuries, illnesses, and emergency situations in the workplace. Fully aligned with current Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance and legal requirements, this course is the ideal choice for employers operating in higher‑risk environments, where the likelihood of accidents or medical incidents is increased.
This includes industries such as construction, manufacturing, engineering, warehousing, transport, hospitality, and larger or more complex office settings where a qualified first aider is mandatory.
Why Choose Our First Aid at Work (FAW) Course?
This training provides much more than basic first aid. It offers detailed instruction, hands‑on practice, and realistic scenario‑based learning to ensure delegates leave feeling fully prepared to take charge in an emergency. Learners gain the confidence to assess risks, manage scenes safely, and deliver effective first aid until professional medical help arrives.
Key benefits of this FAW course include:
- Fully compliant with Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
- Ideal for high‑risk workplaces where advanced first aid skills are required
- Delivered by experienced, qualified first aid trainers
- Extensive hands‑on practice with realistic scenarios
- Certification valid for three years
- Supports employers in meeting legal workplace safety obligations
What the First Aid at Work Course Covers
Participants receive training in both essential life‑saving techniques and the management of a broad range of workplace injuries and emergencies, including:
Life-Saving Skills
- Adult CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
- Safe and effective AED use
- Primary and secondary assessments
- Managing an unresponsive casualty
- Recovery position
Serious Injuries & Medical Conditions
- Severe bleeding and wound management
- Burns and scalds (thermal, chemical, electrical)
- Fractures, sprains, strains, and suspected spinal injuries
- Shock and catastrophic bleeding
- Managing crush injuries
Illnesses & Emergencies
- Stroke, heart attack, and angina
- Asthma attacks and breathing difficulties
- Seizures and epilepsy
- Diabetes-related emergencies
- Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
Additional Essential Workplace First Aid Skills
- Workplace risk awareness
- Incident reporting and recording
- Safe casualty handling
- First aid responsibilities and legal obligations
Be Fully Prepared for Workplace Emergencies
Completing the First Aid at Work Course ensures your team is ready to act quickly and effectively when incidents occur—reducing risks, improving safety, and helping to safeguard the wellbeing of everyone in your workplace. With expert trainers and practical, hands‑on learning, this course provides everything needed for competent, confident first aid response.
For lower-risk workplaces or smaller teams, the 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course may be sufficient.
Who Should Attend:
This course is suitable for:
• Designated workplace first aiders
• Employees in medium- to high-risk work environments
• Anyone who wants comprehensive first aid training for professional or personal development
If your workplace has been identified as medium or high risk, or if your organisation requires advanced first aid cover, this is the course required to stay compliant.
Key Topics Covered:
- The role and responsibilities of a first aider
- Primary and secondary assessment of casualties
- CPR and safe use of an AED
- Management of unconscious casualties
- Treatment for choking, bleeding, burns, and shock
- Handling medical emergencies (e.g. heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, diabetes)
- Minor injuries and musculoskeletal conditions
- Record-keeping and accident reporting
Course Duration:
• 3 days (18 hours) of in-person training
• Includes practical assessments and quizzes throughout the course
Certification:
• On successful completion, participants receive a First Aid at Work Certificate, valid for 3 years
• Requalification is required before certificate expiry
• Annual refresher training is recommended
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
• Assess and manage emergency situations safely and effectively.
• Perform adult CPR and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
• Provide first aid to a casualty who is unconscious, including placing them in the recovery position.
• Manage life-threatening conditions such as choking, severe bleeding, shock, and burns.
• Administer first aid for minor injuries, fractures, sprains, head injuries, chest pains, and eye injuries.
• Recognise and respond to common medical emergencies including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes, seizures, and anaphylaxis.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of a workplace first aider.
• Maintain accurate incident records and follow workplace reporting procedures.