Is Emergency First Aid at Work enough for my business?

It depends on your level of workplace risk. Emergency First Aid at Work is often suitable for low-risk environments, but higher-risk workplaces may require the full First Aid at Work course. A first aid needs assessment should be used to decide the right level of cover.

How long does the Emergency First Aid at Work certificate last?

The Emergency First Aid at Work certificate is valid for 3 years. Before it expires, learners will need to complete another recognised first aid course to remain qualified.

Do I need more than one first aider?

In many workplaces, yes. The number of first aiders needed depends on staff numbers, shift patterns, workplace risks, annual leave, sickness cover and whether staff work across multiple areas or sites.

Can Emergency First Aid at Work be delivered at our workplace?

Yes. Emergency First Aid at Work can be delivered on site at your workplace, or at a suitable training venue. On-site delivery is often useful for teams who want training adapted to their own working environment.

Is the Emergency First Aid at Work course practical?

Yes. The course includes hands-on practice and practical assessment. Learners practise skills such as CPR, AED use, recovery position, choking treatment, bleeding control and managing common workplace emergencies.

Emergency First Aid at Work Course (EFAW)

Practical, scenario-based training that prepares your team to act in real emergencies - not just pass a course

Qualsafe Awards Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)
1 Day Course | Workplace or Training Centre Delivery

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Course overview

1 day, face-to-face training
No previous experience required
Suitable for low-risk workplaces
Regulated by Qualsafe Awards (Ofqual)
Certificate valid for 3 years

Who this course is suitable for

This course is typically appropriate if:

your workplace is low risk (e.g. offices, retail, small businesses)
you need basic emergency first aid cover
you want staff to be able to respond confidently in an emergency

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You may need a different course if:

you work with children → consider Paediatric First Aid
you work in higher-risk environments → First Aid at Work may be more appropriate
you need a higher level of clinical training → consider FREC courses

👉 Level 3 Paediatric Course

👉 Level 3 First Aid at Work

👉 FREC 3 Course

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Emergency First Aid At Work Course (EFAW)

What is Emergency First Aid at Work?

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a 1-day course designed to give people the confidence and ability to deal with real-life emergencies in the workplace.

This isn’t about memorising steps.

It’s about being able to:

recognise when something is seriously wrong
stay calm under pressure
take control of a situation until help arrives

The course is typically suitable for low-risk environments, but the skills taught are relevant in any setting where something unexpected could happen.

What the course feels like

From the start, the focus is on practical skills.

You’ll learn:

how to assess a situation quickly
how to prioritise what matters
how to act when someone is unwell or injured

As the day progresses, you’ll:

practise CPR and AED use
manage unresponsive casualties
deal with choking, bleeding and shock
work through realistic scenarios

It’s supportive, but it’s also designed to build confidence under pressure.

What’s covered on the course

The course follows a structured approach, building from basic principles through to practical application.

You’ll cover:

The role and responsibilities of a first aider
How to assess an incident safely (scene survey and primary survey)
CPR and use of an AED
Managing an unresponsive casualty
Recovery position and seizure management
Choking
Shock
External bleeding
Minor injuries including burns, cuts and nosebleeds

👉 This aligns directly with the Qualsafe structure but is delivered in a practical, applied way.

Not sure which course you need?

If you’re unsure, don’t guess.

We can help you work it out based on:

your working environment
number of staff
level of risk

👉 Use The Free First Aid Needs Assessment

How long is the course?

1 day face-to-face
or
Blended option (part online, part practical)

We can deliver:

at your workplace
at a sourced training venue

Assessment and certification

Throughout the day, you’ll be assessed through:

practical observation
scenario-based performance
a short multiple choice assessment

To pass:

you need to demonstrate safe, effective first aid
and achieve a pass mark in the theory paper

Successful learners receive a Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years.

How our training is different

We don’t run “tick box” courses.

Our training is:

delivered by clinicians with real-world experience
focused on what actually happens in emergencies
built around practical scenarios, not just slides

We focus on making sure people:

understand what they’re doing
can stay calm under pressure
and leave with genuine confidence

Emergency First Aid at Work – FAQs

It depends on your level of risk. Low-risk environments are usually suitable, but higher-risk workplaces may require First Aid at Work.
3 years.
Often yes. This depends on staff numbers, shifts and risk level.
Yes. We regularly deliver on-site training across the UK.
Yes. The majority of the day involves hands-on practice and scenario-based learning.