First Aid At Work

The HSE-recognised First Aid at Work training course provides a comprehensive set of practical skills needed by first aiders in most workplaces, giving both the ability and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies. It meets the standards required to help comply with Health and Safety (First aid) regulations.

This course is designed for people who want to receive our most thorough first aid training. It is most suited to those working in high-risk environments, such as building sites or warehouses.

To ensure you get the most effective learning experience, learners must be physically able to participate and we limit group size to 12 people. 

The course is delivered over three days and takes place in the classroom.   

Covers the following topics: 

•  Adult resuscitation (CPR)
• Allergic reaction
• Asthma
• Bone, muscle and joint injuries
• Burns and scalds
• Chest pains
• Choking adult
• Communication and casualty care
• Eye injuries
• Fainting
• Head injuries
• Defibrillator prompts and how to respond (theory based)
• Defibrillator pad placement (theory based)
• Low blood sugar
• Managing an emergency
• Minor and severe bleeding
• Poisons and what to do if someone has been poisoned
• Role of the first aider (including knowledge of health and safety regulations)
• Seizures
• Shock
• Spinal injuries
• Stroke
• Unresponsive adult

This course is suitable for people aged 16+ who might need to provide first aid by responding to a wide range accidents, injuries and illnesses that they could encounter in their workplace.

It is ideal for organisations whose risk assessment has identified a requirement for additional first aid training.

Mandatory entry requirements

Good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area.

Continuous observation by the trainer and written assessments. 

Classroom learning

Focused study away from the workplace

Face-to-face support with experienced trainers