Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

About the Course

The Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is designed to equip participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to provide effective first aid in workplace emergencies. This one-day course focuses on practical, hands-on training to ensure learners can respond quickly and appropriately to a range of injuries and medical situations.

Who Should Attend?

• Employees designated as workplace first aiders.
• Small business owners or managers responsible for health and safety.
• Anyone seeking to enhance their first aid knowledge and skills.

No prior first aid experience is required.

Duration

• 1 Day (6–7 hours of training, including breaks).

Course Content

1. Introduction to First Aid

   • The role and responsibilities of a first aider.
   • Legal considerations and workplace first aid requirements.

2. Assessing a Situation

   • Conducting a primary survey (DR ABC).
   • Ensuring the safety of the scene and others.

3. Basic Life Support

   • Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
   • Using an automated external defibrillator (AED).

4. Managing Unresponsive Casualties

   • Recovery position.
   • Handling situations like agonal breathing.

5. Common Workplace Injuries

   • Responding to severe bleeding, burns, and scalds.
   • Managing choking incidents.
   • Recognizing and treating shock.

6. Medical Conditions

   • Recognizing and responding to heart attacks, strokes, seizures, asthma, and diabetic emergencies.
   • Managing allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

7. Practical Scenarios

   • Simulated workplace emergencies for hands-on practice.
   • Application of bandages, dressings, and other first aid techniques.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will:

• Understand the importance of first aid in the workplace.
• Be confident in assessing emergencies and providing life-saving interventions.
• Know how to treat a variety of common injuries and conditions.
• Use an AED and administer CPR effectively.

Assessment and Certification

• Assessment: Practical demonstrations and participation in scenarios.
• Certification: Successful participants receive a Level 3 EFAW certificate, valid for 3 years.

Why Choose This Course?

• Meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements.
• Delivered by experienced, certified trainers.
• Combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills.
• Promotes a safer workplace by preparing staff for emergencies.

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered:

• In-person: On-site or at a designated training center.
• Group or Individual: Tailored to suit your needs.

Enroll now to gain essential first aid skills and help create a safer workplace.