Forestry (+F)

The Forestry First Aid (+F) course is designed to meet the specific first aid needs of those working in forestry, agriculture, and other outdoor or remote industries. This qualification can be taken as a stand-alone module (providing you hold a FAW or EFAW) or added to an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) or First Aid at Work (FAW) course to meet Forestry Commission (+F) requirements.

Delivered by experienced trainers with outdoor and forestry expertise, the course covers how to manage the unique risks and injuries associated with working in woodland, remote, and rural environments.

What You’ll Learn

Assessing incidents in forestry and remote settings
Managing catastrophic bleeding and use of trauma dressings/tourniquets
Treating crush injuries, amputations, and major wounds
Recognising and managing hypothermia and heat-related illness
Treating Lyme disease and other environmental hazards
Emergency response and evacuation procedures in remote locations
Applying first aid safely when medical help is delayed

Course Duration

Usually delivered as a half-day (2–3 hours) bolt-on module to an EFAW or FAW course, or as a stand-alone session.

Certification

Learners receive a Forestry First Aid (+F) certificate, valid for 3 years, which can be combined with an existing EFAW or FAW qualification.

Who Should Attend

Forestry and tree-surgery workers
Agricultural and countryside workers
Park rangers and estate workers
Outdoor activity leaders and contractors working in remote areas

Why Choose This Course

Meets Forestry Commission (+F) training standards
Focuses on realistic outdoor scenarios and high-risk injuries
Delivered by expert instructors with outdoor and first aid experience
Essential for compliance and safety in forestry and rural work

Ensure you and your team are fully prepared for emergencies in remote or high-risk environments.

Book your Forestry First Aid (+F) course today and meet industry safety requirements with confidence.