Course Overview
The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require all employers to ensure their employees receive immediate attention if they are injured or taken ill at work. Having the correct first aid provision in place is not only a legal requirement but also essential for workplace safety.
The Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) is designed for individuals who wish to act as designated first aiders in their workplace. This comprehensive three-day course equips candidates with the essential skills and knowledge to manage a wide range of injuries and illnesses that may occur at work.
As a regulated qualification, this course enables employers to meet their legal obligations for first aid training without the need for lengthy due diligence checks.
What’s Covered?
Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
CPR and defibrillation
Managing an unresponsive casualty
Recovery Position
Choking
Burns and scalds
Wounds, bleeding, and shock
Broken bones, fractures, and dislocations
Seizures and epilepsy
Anaphylaxis
Asthma
Stroke
Heart attack
Minor injuries
This course content aligns with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) syllabus, ensuring the highest standards of training.
✅ Ofqual regulated
📅 3-day course
📜 Certificate valid for 3 years