First Aid at Work (FAW)
Blended Learning
First Aid at Work Course | HSE-Compliant Training for Workplace Emergencies
Our comprehensive First Aid at Work course provides essential life-saving skills for handling workplace accidents and medical emergencies. Ideal for high-risk industries like construction, manufacturing, and engineering, as well as general office environments.
Training is offered via blended learning through our Open Venue Public Courses—6 hours of interactive online eLearning, followed by two days of hands-on classroom training.
Alternatively, choose on-site training at your workplace, delivered either as a blended course or as three consecutive days of instructor-led practical sessions.
Who the First Aid at Work Course Is Suitable For
The First Aid at Work course is a nationally recognised qualification, ideal for individuals in higher-risk workplaces where comprehensive first aid training is essential. This includes environments such as:
Light engineering and assembly work
Food processing
Warehousing and logistics
Work involving dangerous machinery or sharp instruments
Construction and building sites
Chemical manufacturing
Packed with practical, hands-on activities, this course builds confidence to handle a wide range of emergencies both in and out of the workplace. You’ll also explore specific injuries, illnesses, and conditions relevant to your work environment—so you’re fully prepared for real-life situations.
About the First Aid at Work Course
Meets HSE Requirements
This course complies with Health & Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines and is suitable for workplace first aid training.Certification
Each participant receives a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years.Course Materials Provided
Every attendee is given a copy of the Emergency First Aid handbook to support learning during and after the course.Interactive and Practical
The course includes hands-on activities with time for questions and practice, helping participants build real confidence.Informal Assessment
There are no formal tests. Assessment is carried out in a relaxed, supportive environment throughout the session.
What You’ll Learn in the First Aid at Work Course
- Roles & Responsibilities of the First Aider
- Assessing an Emergency Situation & Prioritising Actions
- CPR & Using an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Managing an Unresponsive Casualty (Breathing)
- Choking
- Seizures
- Severe Bleeding & Shock (including internal bleeding)
- Burns & Scalds
- Minor Injuries (cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters)
- Fractures & Dislocations / Sprains & Strains
- Spinal Injuries
- Extreme Temperatures (heatstroke, hypothermia)
- Heart-Related Conditions (including heart attacks and angina)
- Poisoning
- Stroke
- Asthma Attacks
- Diabetic Emergencies
- Abdominal & Chest Injuries
How Much Does It Cost?
At Your Workplace
Flexible on-site training to suit your team. Pricing varies—contact us for a quote.
At Our Venue
£245 + VAT per person, including expert instruction, materials, and certification.
Duration
3 days 18 hrs of practical, trainer-led instruction (excluding breaks), in line with HSE guidelines or Blended option 2 days face-to-face and 1 day at home learning.
At Our Training Centres
Runs from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
On-Site Training
We can deliver this course at your workplace at a time that suits you.
Good To Know
HSE Compliant
Meets current Health & Safety Executive standards.
Certified for 3 Years
All delegates receive a three-year certificate.
Comprehensive
From CPR and controlling severe bleeding to responding to asthma attacks and allergic reactions, this training prepares you to handle any workplace emergency with confidence.
Practical & Supportive
Interactive, hands-on training in a relaxed setting.
Free Guide
Includes a take-home emergency first aid reference.
Perfect for beginners or as a refresher.
Certification & Accreditation
Every course we offer is subject to a thorough quality and compliance review to ensure it meets our high standards before certification is awarded.
Certified learners will receive their official certificates within 10 working days of successfully completing the course.
All our courses and certifications are fully aligned with the latest 2025 HSE guidelines, ensuring up-to-date and compliant training.
