Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a practical one-day training programme designed to equip learners with the essential skills and confidence to respond to workplace emergencies. This qualification meets the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for employers who need staff trained as first aiders in low-risk environments such as offices, shops, and small businesses.

Delivered by experienced instructors, the course combines engaging theory with realistic hands-on practice, ensuring participants know how to assess situations quickly and take effective action to preserve life until professional help arrives.

What You’ll Learn

• Roles and responsibilities of a workplace first aider

• Assessing an incident and ensuring scene safety

• Performing CPR and using an AED (defibrillator)

• Managing unconscious casualties and the recovery position

• Treating choking, bleeding, burns, and minor injuries

• Recognising and managing shock

• Recording and reporting workplace incidents correctly

Course Duration

A 1-day course (typically 6 hours) combining classroom-based learning, demonstrations, and practical exercises.

Certification

On successful completion, learners receive an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Certificate, valid for three years, and recognised by the HSE.

Who Should Attend

• Designated workplace first aiders

• Employees in low-risk environments

• Managers and supervisors

• Anyone wishing to learn basic life-saving skills

Why Choose This Course

• Fully accredited and HSE-compliant qualification

• Practical, hands-on training from expert instructors

• Meets legal requirements for workplace first aid provision

• Builds confidence to respond effectively in emergencies

Be ready to act quickly and calmly when an accident or medical emergency happens at work.

Book your Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course today and help create a safer, more prepared workplace.