Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

Is your Workplace Prepared?

Did you know that an estimated 604,000 workers in Britain sustained an injury while at work in 2023/2024. There are over 30,000 Cardiac Arrests each year in the UK, and 15% of these occur in the workplace. During the most recent reporting period there were 138 employees killed in a work-related accident.

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Who is the Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Course for?

The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a one-day training option designed for low-risk workplaces, providing fundamental first aid knowledge. This qualification plays a crucial role in ensuring immediate emergency first aid assistance and legal compliance with the HSE’s Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is designed for individuals across various sectors, including:

Security Personnel: Guards and security officers responsible for safety and well-being.
Building Industry Workers: Construction workers, contractors, and site managers.
Hospitality Staff: Hotel employees, restaurant workers, and event organizers.
Outdoor Activity and Leisure Industry
Allied Health Professionals – Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Dental and GP Surgery Staff
Complimentary Therapy Sector – Masseurs, reflexologists, chiropractic’s
Retail Sector Employees: Shopkeepers, sales associates, and customer service representatives.
Care Sector: Registered Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Wellbeing Assistants.
Voluntary and Community Groups – Youth groups, sports clubs and teams, uniformed youth groups – Scouts, Sea Cadets, Army Cadets.

These diverse professionals, groups and individuals may find themselves in situations where they need to administer first aid to colleagues, family members, or friends. The EFAW training equips them with essential life-saving skills to respond effectively in critical moments.

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Why should you do it?

The Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is essential for several reasons:

Legal Compliance: Under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, employers have a legal duty to provide adequate first aid provisions in the workplace. Completing the EFAW course ensures that you meet these legal requirements.

Immediate Response: The course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide immediate assistance in case of accidents or medical emergencies. Being trained in first aid can make a significant difference in saving lives or preventing further harm.

Confidence and Competence: EFAW training builds your confidence to handle emergency situations effectively. You’ll learn how to assess injuries, perform CPR, manage choking, control bleeding, and more. This competence is invaluable both at work and in everyday life.

Workplace Safety: By becoming an EFAW-certified individual, you contribute to a safer work environment. You’ll be better prepared to handle incidents until professional medical help arrives, minimizing risks and ensuring the well-being of colleagues.

Career Advancement: Some job roles explicitly require EFAW certification. Having this qualification can enhance your employability and open up opportunities in various sectors, including hospitality, construction, education, and more.

Remember, being trained in emergency first aid not only benefits your workplace but also your family and friends as well.

Emergency First Aid at Work Course Delivery

The course is delivered using the learning outcomes and recommendations set by the Resuscitation Council UK and an expert panel of health care professionals experienced in the delivery of emergency care.

The Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 qualification is awarded and regulated by Qualsafe Awards, the UK’s leading emergency care education organisation.

First Aid comprises practical skills that are most effectively acquired through hands-on experience. Our first aid instructors, who are passionate and extensively experienced healthcare professionals, infuse their wealth of teaching and clinical expertise into all the courses they teach.

You will benefit from medically qualified and professionally regulated instructors who have successfully delivered all the skills taught in the EFAW course on multiple occasions.

Topics Covered

The roles and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
Assessing an incident
Managing an unresponsive casualty
CPR and defibrillation
Recovery Position
Choking
Seizures
Shock
Wounds and bleeding
Minor injuries
Cuts, grazes and bruises
Minor burns and scalds

Topics Covered

The roles and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
Assessing an incident
Managing an unresponsive casualty
CPR and defibrillation
Recovery Position
Choking
Seizures
Shock
Wounds and bleeding
Minor injuries
Cuts, grazes and bruises
Minor burns and scalds

Qualification Details

Qualsafe Awards Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

Length of Course 1 Day

Certificate valid for 3 Years

Ofqual Regulated

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Qualification Details

Qualsafe Awards Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

Length of Course 1 Day

Certificate valid for 3 Years

Ofqual Regulated