Emergency First Aid At Work

Level 3

Emergency First Aid At Work - Level 3

When an organisation’s risk assessment identifies a need for an emergency first aider, this qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. This 1-day course provides learners with the skills and knowledge to respond to first aid situations in a prompt, safe and effective manner.

Qualification Outcomes

The learner will:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
  • Be able to assess an incident
  • Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty (CPR, defibrillator and recovery position)
  • Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking
  • Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding
  • Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock
  • Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries (small cuts, grazes, bruises, small splinters and burns)

Assessment and Certifications

Practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor each day. Upon successful completion of the qualification assessment, learners will be awarded the Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work. This qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of achievement. It is strongly recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training. The learner will need to complete the full course again to requalify for a further 3 years.