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Forestry First Aid Course

Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid

Our Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals working in forestry, arboriculture, woodland management and other remote outdoor environments.

This two-hour course provides learners with the additional knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to serious injuries and medical emergencies that may occur when working in forestry and remote locations. The qualification is recognised by organisations including the Forestry Commission and is often required by employers, contractors and landowners involved in forestry operations.

The course can be delivered as an add-on to an Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work course, or as a standalone qualification for learners who already hold a valid, in-date Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work certificate.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This Forestry First Aid course is ideal for:

  • Forestry workers
  • Arborists and tree surgeons
  • Woodland management professionals
  • Chainsaw operators
  • Estate and grounds maintenance staff
  • Rangers and countryside workers
  • Conservation and environmental workers
  • Anyone working in remote outdoor environments


To attend this course as a standalone qualification, learners must hold a valid Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work certificate.

What Will You Learn?

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Understand the additional first aid considerations associated with forestry and remote working environments
  • Conduct an effective emergency response in remote locations
  • Manage catastrophic bleeding using appropriate techniques
  • Apply haemostatic dressings where appropriate
  • Use tourniquets to control severe bleeding
  • Recognise and manage crush injuries
  • Understand the effects of hypothermia and how to provide appropriate first aid
  • Manage casualties when emergency services may be delayed due to location or access challenges

Assessment and Certification

Assessment is carried out through continuous practical observation by the instructor throughout the course.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive the Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid, an accredited qualification.

Learners attending the standalone course must maintain a valid Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualification alongside their Forestry First Aid certification.

Course Duration

  • 2 hours
  • Classroom-based practical training
  • Can be delivered as an add-on to Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work training
  • Available as a standalone course for learners holding a valid Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualification
  • Delivered by experienced and qualified first aid trainers

Course Prices and Dates

Course prices vary depending on the number of learners, course location and delivery requirements.

For current prices, availability and upcoming course dates, please email info@seffirstaidassistance.co.uk and a member of our team will be happy to help.

Alternatively, you can call us on 01422 292155 or complete the enquiry form on our Contact Us page if you prefer.

We aim to respond to all email enquiries as quickly as possible.

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