First Aid in the Workplace is absolutely vital, and an invaluable life skill for any individual or team. Although the provision of appropriate First Aid at Work cover is a legal requirement, employers do not need to ensure that every single member of staff is fully qualified. However, we find that in many businesses it is prudent to ensure that every team member has at least knowledge of the basics of emergency First Aid.
The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is designed for people who feel that they do not need a full 3 day First Aid at Work course.
Duration
The EFAW requires 6 hours of teaching time. This can be taught over one day; two half-days or evening sessions. Split courses attract an extra charge, and any breaks taken are in addition to the 6 hours. Please note that the course must be completed within 3 weeks of the start date.
Assessment
Assessment is in the form of practical exercises and a straightforward multiple choice paper, and candidates must pass both elements to qualify.
Please note that candidates must be able to perform exercises at floor level where required. It is a requirement of all regulated courses that the candidate should be able to communicate effectively with Emergency Services and, although this is not assessed formally, your instructor must be satisfied that this is the case. As such, all the question papers are in English and a reader will be provided if candidates have literacy concerns or learning difficulties.
Certification
Once qualified, the certificate is valid for 3 years, at the end of which candidates will need to attend a one-day EFAW to requalify. It is recommended by HSE that all first aiders should do an annual 3 hour refresher course to keep their skills up-to-date.
Numbers
We book a maximum of 12 people per trainer. Larger groups can be accommodated with additional trainers.
Covid Safety
Currently, and in line with Government guidance, we are not requiring temperature checks, masks or gloves on any of our courses. Should you require these at your premises when we teach there can you please ensure you make us aware of your needs so that we can notify our trainers.
Costs (all plus VAT)
At your premises |
National |
London Postcode |
6 delegates |
£495.00 |
£580.00 |
12 delegates |
£560.00 |
£645.00 |
24 delegates |
£1,020.00 |
£1,190.00 |
Alternatively, we run regular open courses in Hastings and Maidstone at a charge of £105.00 per person.
Please note that transport charges for off-shore courses will be charged at cost.
On open courses Driver CPC requires an additional 1 hour training (so 7 hours in total) and costs an additional £25 per person. To book a CPC course please click here
On open courses Forestry First Aid (EFAW+F) requires an additional 1 hour training (so 7 hours in total) and costs an additional £25 per person. To book an EFAW + F course please click here
On open courses we can combine this with an Emergency Paediatric First Aid course with an additional hour of training (so 7 hours in total) for an additional £25.00 per person. To book a combined EFAW/EPFA please click here
Course Contents
We are happy to adapt our training to meet your particular needs within the constraints of the EFAW syllabus. Courses cover:
- First Aid and the Law
- Incident Management
- Acting safely including prevention of cross-infection
- Recording incidents
- Safe use of First Aid equipment
- Unconscious Casualty management including recovery position
- CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
- AED usage
- Seizures
- Wounds & bleeds including tourniquets and Haemostatic dressings
- Shock
- Burns