- Level 2
- 3 Hours Duration
- 1 Year Certificate
- First Aid
- 12 Delegates
- Includes Practical
Qualsafe First Aid at Work Course (Annual Refresher)
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (Annual Refresher) (RQF) is a three-hour, half-day course for qualified first aiders to refresh their skills each year. It supports compliance with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommendations under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, covering CPR, choking, and unresponsive casualties.
Gain the required skills
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (Annual Refresher) (RQF) is a short, three‑hour training session designed to help qualified first aiders refresh and maintain their essential life‑saving skills each year.
HSE guidelines recommend annual refresher training to ensure first aiders remain confident and competent in their role, and this course provides a focused update on the key actions needed in an emergency. Compliance: Meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for annual refresher training.
Learners revisit core skills such as assessing incidents, managing unresponsive casualties, CPR, defibrillation, choking and seizures, helping them stay prepared until their full requalification is due. For the non-accredited version, please visitFirst Aid at Work Training (Annual Refresher)
Course Summary
- Assessing an incident – Refresh how to quickly evaluate a scene, identify hazards and prioritise actions.
- Managing an unresponsive casualty – Revisit the correct steps for supporting someone who is unconscious.
- Recovery position – Practise placing a casualty into the recovery position to maintain a safe, open airway.
- CPR and defibrillation – Update your CPR technique and AED use to ensure your life‑saving skills stay sharp.
- Choking – Refresh the essential techniques for recognising and treating choking effectively
- Seizures – Strengthen your ability to respond safely when someone experiences a seizure.
- Discussion, Practical and Assessment
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FAQs
Who is the First Aid at Work Annual Refresher course for?
This course is designed for qualified first aiders who need to refresh and maintain their essential first aid skills each year.
How long does the refresher training take?
The course lasts around three hours, making it a quick and efficient way to stay up to date.
Is annual refresher training mandatory?
Annual refreshers are strongly recommended by the HSE to ensure first aiders remain competent and confident, although they are not a legal requirement.
What will I learn during the refresher?
Learners revisit key emergency skills including assessing incidents, managing unresponsive casualties, CPR, defibrillation, choking and seizures.
Does this course meet HSE requirements?
Yes, the training meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommendations for annual refresher training.
Do I need to hold a current First Aid at Work certificate to attend?
Yes, this refresher is intended for individuals who already hold a valid First Aid at Work qualification.
When do I need to complete my full requalification?
A full First Aid at Work requalification is required every three years, with annual refreshers recommended in between.
What is the minimum and maximum class size?
The minimum number of delegates is 3, and the maximum class size is 12 to ensure high‑quality, hands‑on learning.
Do you deliver in‑house group training?
We offer in‑house group training only, delivered directly at your workplace for teams of three or more.
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