First Aid at Work Training (3 Days)

3-day First Aid At Work Training – Level 3

This three-day First Aid At Work Training  Level 3 Course is aimed at businesses who need their members of staff trained in first aid. The First Aid for workplace (high-risk) is designed to equip participants (workplace staff) with essential skills and knowledge to provide immediate assistance in emergency situations.

This comprehensive program covers a wide range of first aid techniques, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), treating wounds and burns, managing fractures and sprains, and responding to choking incidents.

Participants will learn how to assess and prioritise injuries, use first aid equipment effectively, and communicate with emergency services.

The course also addresses specific workplace hazards and how to respond to them, ensuring that learners are prepared for various scenarios they may encounter on the job.

We will teach both the theory and the practical aspect of this course to your staff, at your workplace.

Attendees will gain confidence in their ability to act swiftly and appropriately in medical emergencies.

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a level 3 first aid at work certificate valid for three years, meeting workplace first aid requirements and potentially saving lives in critical situations.

This course gets your team ready to serve officially as a trained first aider for dealing with injuries and illness at your jobsite if dangerous things sometimes happen there.

📚Popular: 1 Day Emergency First Aid Training / 2 Days Paediatric First Aid Training.

Course Information:

• Course Duration: 3 days
• Course Level: Level 3 Award
• Certificate: 3-year certificate
• Max Delegates: 12
• Practical: Yes
• Course Mode: Face to Face/ Blended
• Accreditation Options: Non-Accredited (Caring for Care Certificate) / Accredited (Qualsafe Award)✅

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What is Qualsafe Accreditation?

Qualsafe Accreditation means that a training course meets the official standards set by Qualsafe Awards, a UK organisation that oversees first aid and safety training. Qualsafe Awards is regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual), ensuring courses meet the national standards set by the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)

This means the course:

• Is checked for quality
• Is taught by trained and experienced instructors
• Has clear tests to check what you’ve learned

Certificates from Qualsafe accredited courses are nationally recognised by employers and regulators across the UK.

First Aid at Work Course Outline

This onsite three days first aid at workplace training course covers:

1. Introduction to First Aid at Work

• Overview of the course
• Importance of first aid in the workplace
• Legal and regulatory framework

2. The Law Relating to First Aid

• Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations
• Employer and employee responsibilities
• First aid requirements in the workplace

3. Unconsciousness (Including Seizures)

• Recognising signs of unconsciousness
• How to safely manage an unconscious person
• Seizure management and when to seek medical help

4. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Basic principles of CPR
• Hands-only CPR vs. full CPR
• Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• When and how to administer CPR

5. Choking, Shock, Wounds, and Bleeding

• Identifying choking hazards and how to perform the Heimlich manoeuvre
• Recognising and treating shock
• How to treat different types of bleeding (minor, severe, internal)
• Wound care and infection prevention

6. Minor Injuries

• Treatment of cuts, bruises, and sprains
• Managing minor burns and bites
• Assessing and treating small injuries safely

7. Bone, Spinal, and Muscle/Joint Injuries

• How to recognise fractures, dislocations, and sprains
• Spinal injury first aid techniques
• Immobilisation and proper handling of injured areas

8. Chest Injuries

• Recognising chest trauma and its potential causes
• Treating rib fractures, punctured lungs, and other chest injuries
• When to seek emergency medical help

9. Burns and Scalds

• Recognising the severity of burns and scalds
• First aid treatment for different types of burns (heat, chemical, electrical)
• How to prevent further injury and reduce pain

10. Eye Injuries

• Identifying eye injuries (chemical burns, foreign bodies, blunt trauma)
• Proper first aid for different types of eye injuries
• When to seek medical attention

11. Poisoning

• Recognising the signs of poisoning (ingestion, inhalation, skin absorption)
• First aid treatment for poisoning (including common household substances)
• How to handle an unconscious or breathing victim

12. Prophylactic Shock

• Understanding prophylactic shock and its causes
• Signs of shock and how to manage it
• Preventative measures and treatment for shock victims

13. Major Head Injuries

• Recognising the signs and symptoms of head injuries
• How to safely handle suspected head injuries (including concussion)
• Importance of monitoring and seeking immediate medical care

14. Stroke and Heart Attack

• Recognising the signs of a stroke and heart attack
• Immediate first aid actions for stroke victims
• How to assist someone having a heart attack and when to call emergency services

15. Epilepsy, Asthma, and Diabetes

• Understanding epilepsy and seizure management
• First aid for asthma attacks (including use of inhalers)
• How to recognise and treat diabetic emergencies (hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia)

16. Conclusion

• Summary of key points
• Importance of maintaining a first aid kit in the workplace
• Final assessment and certification process
• Course Completion
• Review and practical demonstration of key skills
• Final exam or assessment (theory and practical)
• Issuance of certification upon successful completion

This outline covers important first aid topics, helping people respond well to emergencies at work, following UK standards.

📚Related: Basic Life Support Training (Theory & Practical).

Learning Outcomes: First Aid at Workplace Course

Upon completing a 3-day workplace first aid training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role of a first aider: Know your responsibilities, including stopping the spread of infection, using first aid equipment, and recording incidents.
• Assess emergency situations: Safely look at an incident and act quickly and correctly.
• Provide emergency care: Help people who are:
  • Unresponsive (breathing or not breathing) and perform CPR.
  • Choking.
  • Bleeding (minor or severe).
  • Suffering from burns, scalds, or shock.
  • Having seizures, fainting, or allergic reactions.
• Treat injuries and conditions: Help with broken bones, sprains, head injuries, asthma attacks, diabetic emergencies, and poisoning.
• Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED): Know how to use the AED and place the pads correctly.
• Handle minor injuries: Help with cuts, grazes, bruises, and splinters.
• Document incidents: Learn how to report accidents following workplace rules.
• Promote workplace safety: Use what you have learned to help keep the workplace safe.

These outcomes ensure you have the knowledge and confidence to manage medical emergencies at work.

People Who Should Take a First Aid at Work Course:

• First Aiders: Employees who help with first aid in the workplace.
• Managers and Supervisors: People who lead teams and make sure safety rules are followed.
• Health and Safety Workers: People in charge of health and safety at work.
• Receptionists: People who work at the front desk and help visitors.
• Workers in Dangerous Jobs: People who work in places like construction sites or factories.
• People Working Far from Help: Employees who work in places where medical help is far away.
• Teachers and School Staff: Staff working in schools or childcare settings.
• Coaches and Trainers: People who train athletes or help in sports.
• Caretakers or Facility Staff: People who take care of buildings and other facilities.
• Anyone Who Wants to Learn First Aid: Any worker who wants to be ready for emergencies.

These people should take a level 3 first aid at workplace training to help keep themselves and others safe at work.

🤱Annual Refresher: First Aid at Work Refresher Course.

Course Benefits: 3 Days FAW Training

The benefits of First Aid at Work 3-day training include:

• HSE Compliance: Meets the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) legal rules for workplace first aiders.
• Emergency Response Preparedness: Trains staff to deal with medical emergencies like bleeding, burns, broken bones, heart attacks, and choking.
• CPR & AED Skills: Teaches how to do CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) safely and correctly.
• Increased Confidence: Helps build the confidence and skills your team needs to act quickly and properly in real emergencies.
• Workplace Safety: Helps reduce the chance of injuries getting worse by giving prompt and correct first aid.
• Industry Versatility: Suitable for many workplaces, including schools, hospitals, factories, and offices.
• National Certification: Gives a recognised certificate valid for 3 years when you pass. We offer both Caring for Care and Qualsafe certificates.
• Interactive Learning: Hands-on training with real-life examples to help your team learn better.
• Tailored Content: The course can be customised to focus on hazards specific to your workplace or industry.
• Positive Culture Shift: Encourages a safety-first attitude and boosts team spirit and responsibility.

This training not only equips your team with vital skills but also helps create a safer and more confident workplace for everyone.

Industries That Need Staff Trained in Level 3 Workplace First Aid

First Aid at Work (FAAW) training is a comprehensive 3-day course aimed primarily at employees working in high-risk industries where the likelihood of serious injuries or medical emergencies is greater. This training equips staff with the essential skills to provide effective first aid in the workplace, helping to reduce injury severity and save lives.

Industries that typically require FAAW training include:

• Construction: Due to the use of heavy machinery, heights, and hazardous materials.
• Manufacturing & Warehousing: Where workers handle large equipment and physical tasks.
• Healthcare & Social Care: Hospitals, care homes, and clinics with frequent medical emergencies.
• Agriculture & Farming: Outdoor work with machinery and potential for serious accidents.
• Energy & Utilities: High safety standards in oil, gas, water, and power sectors.
• Transportation & Logistics: Drivers and warehouse staff exposed to physical risks.
• Emergency Services & Public Sector: Fire, police, and local government roles with safety-critical duties.

For lower-risk workplaces, shorter first aid courses might be more appropriate, but FAAW is ideal where a thorough, in-depth knowledge of first aid is essential.

Onsite First Aid at Work Training

We offer onsite First Aid at Work training delivered directly at your workplace anywhere in the UK. This convenient option allows your team to receive expert first aid instruction without the need to travel, saving time and reducing disruption.

Our certified trainers will bring all the necessary equipment and tailor the course to suit your specific workplace environment and risks. Whether you operate in construction, manufacturing, healthcare, or an office setting, our onsite training ensures your staff are fully prepared to respond confidently in an emergency.

Benefits of onsite training include:

• Flexible scheduling to suit your business needs
• Training delivered in a familiar environment for better learning
• Group rates that often reduce overall costs
• Course content customised to address your workplace hazards

Ensure your workplace complies with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations by booking our comprehensive onsite First Aid at Work course. Contact us today to arrange a session tailored just for your team.

We provide onsite first aid training course across the UK (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland) — including Stoke-on-Trent, London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, Bristol, and more.

Course Reviews:

We have taught thousands of workers at their workplaces. Our Level 3 First Aid at Work training is rated “Excellent.” Almost everyone who takes the course says it’s great—99% of people recommend it to others. These reviews are from Google and Trustpilot.

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“I took the First Aid at Work training, and as someone who has never done First Aid before, I can honestly say I would feel comfortable treating or helping someone in need.”- Abbie Kiernan

What are the key differences between the 3-day and 1-day first aid at work courses

The key differences between the  First Aid at Work 3 day course and the 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course are:

• Duration: The FAW course lasts 3 days (18 hours), while the EFAW course lasts 1 day (6 hours).
• Content: The FAW course covers more topics and gives more detail than the EFAW course.

Workplace suitability:

• EFAW is good for smaller, low-risk places like offices and shops.
• FAAW is for larger or more risky workplaces like construction sites, factories, and warehouses.

Qualification level: FAW is a level 3 qualification (like an A-Level), and EFAW is also considered a level 3 qualification.
Extra skills covered in FAW:

• Treatment of head injuries
• Hypothermia and heat exhaustion
• Spinal injuries
• Poisoning
• Diabetic emergencies
• Heart attacks and how to give aspirin
• Severe allergic reactions

Certification validity: Both qualifications last for three years.

• Risk Checks: FAW is better for workplaces with specific risks or health problems in their first aid needs.

These differences help workplaces pick the right training based on their needs and risks. You can discuss these two First Aid at Work course options with our course advisors by calling the number above. For schools, they may opt for our 2-day Paediatric First Aid Course.

Course Requirement

The entry requirements for a 3-day Workplace First Aid at training course are simple:

1. Age requirement: Participants must be at least 16 years old to receive a certificate, though some locations allow training from age 14.
2. Physical ability: Learners need to be physically able to perform first aid procedures and meet the HSE assessment criteria.
3. No prior experience needed: There are no prerequisites regarding previous first aid experience or qualifications.
4. Language Skills: You should be able to understand what the teacher says.
5. Suitability: Employers should select individuals who can act quickly and effectively in emergency situations.

It’s important to note that these requirements may vary slightly depending on the location and specific course.

📌Related: First Aid at Work Requalification Training.

When Should You Renew Your First Aid at Work Certificate?

You should renew your First Aid at Work certification every three years.

• Renew Every Three Years: Your First Aid certificate is good for three years. Then you need to renew it.
• Take a Short Course: To renew, you need to take a two-day course before your certificate ends.
• Take the Course Early: You can take the course three months before your certificate ends.
• Expired Certificate: If your certificate ends, you have 28 days to take the short course. After 28 days, you need to take the full three-day course again.
• Practice Every Year: It’s a good idea to practice your first aid skills every year so you don’t forget. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) suggests that first aiders also take training every year to keep their skills fresh and know about any changes.
• Plan Ahead: Make sure you renew your certificate on time because there’s no extra time if you forget.

By doing these things, you can keep your certificate valid, stay compliant and help people in emergencies.

Even though your First Aid at Work certificate lasts for three years, taking this yearly refresher course helps you stay confident and ready to help in an emergency.

Workplace First Aid Course FAQs

1. What is the First Aid at Work course?

The First Aid at Work course is a 3-day training program designed to teach participants how to handle medical emergencies in the workplace. It covers a wide range of first aid skills and meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements.

2. Who is this course suitable for?

This course is ideal for employees in higher-risk workplaces, such as construction sites, manufacturing facilities, and healthcare settings. It’s also suitable for larger organisations with more complex first aid needs.

3. What topics are covered in the course?

Topics include CPR, using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), treating burns, fractures, bleeding, allergic reactions, strokes, and other medical emergencies. It also covers how to assess and monitor casualties.

4. How long does the certification last?

The First Aid at Work certificate is valid for three years. To maintain certification, participants need to complete a requalification course before it expires.

5. Does the course include CPR and AED training?

Yes, the course includes hands-on training for CPR and using an AED to handle cardiac emergencies effectively.

6. Can the course be delivered at my workplace?

Yes, Caring for Care provides on-site first aid training for groups if you have a suitable training room. This can be convenient for businesses.

7. Are there any entry requirements?

Participants must be at least 16 years old and physically able to perform first aid tasks. No prior first aid experience is required.

8. How do I know if this course meets legal standards?

The course content aligns with HSE guidelines and can be tailored to meet your workplace needs and legal requirements.