FIRST AID AT WORK
EFAW Level 3 - 1 Day course
FAW Level 3 - 3 Day course
The Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification enables a first-aider to give emergency first aid to someone who is injured or becomes ill while at work.
The Level 3 First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification covers a wide range of CPR and first aid skills, equipping the first aider to apply first aid to a range of specific injury and illness.
These qualifications are Ofqual accredited and valid for three years, making it suitable for all industries and enabling you to meet HSE requirements.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK 1 DAY OVERVIEW
Duration
Emergency First Aid at Work is a 6 hour course usually delivered 1 day.
Content
Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
How to manage a casualty who is in shock
How to assess an incident
How to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking
How to manage a casualty with a minor injury
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
How to manage a casualty with external bleeding
Entry requirements
Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of taking the assessment. No prior first aid knowledge is required.
Assessment
Emergency First Aid at Work is Trainer Assessed throughout the course and the assessment should determine a learner’s ability to act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs at work and to deal with a casualty. All Assessment Criteria in the units must be achieved.
Renewal
This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. The candidates should re-take this qualification prior to the certificate expiry date to remain qualified. Although not compulsory, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
FIRST AID AT WORK 3 DAY OVERVIEW
Duration
First Aid at Work is an 18 hour course split across multiple days.
This is usually 3 consecutive days.
Content
Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
How to manage a casualty who is in shock
How to assess an incident
How to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking
How to manage a casualty with a minor injury
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
How to manage a casualty with external bleeding
How to conduct a secondary survey
How to administer first aid to a casualty with burns and scalds
How to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected major illness
How to administer first aid to a casualty with injuries to bones, muscles and joints
How to administer first aid to a casualty with an eye injury
How to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected head and spinal injuries
How to administer first aid to a casualty with sudden poisoning
How to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected chest injuries
How to administer first aid to a casualty with anaphylaxis
Entry requirements
Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of taking the assessment. No prior first aid knowledge is required.
Assessment
First Aid at Work is Trainer Assessed throughout the course and the assessment should determine a learner’s ability to act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs at work and to deal with a casualty. All Assessment Criteria in the units must be achieved.
Renewal
This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. The candidates should re-take this qualification prior to the certificate expiry date to remain qualified. Although not compulsory, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.