Qualification Overview 

This one-day HSE accepted course is ideal for most workplace first aiders or anyone who requires a comprehensive one day course. Certificates are valid for 3 years with a ½ day annual refresher course is strongly recommended. 
This qualification is based on the HSE training standard for delivery of First Aid at Work courses for the purposes of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. 
Credit Value= 1 unit (QCF) 
 
Aim of Qualification 
The aim of the qualification is to enable learners to attain the knowledge and competencies needed to deal with a range of emergency first aid situations. 
 
Intended Audience 
This 1 Day approved course is for people who are required to act as an Emergency First Aider at Work. Participants will learn the skills required in managing an emergency situation effectively with the aim of preventing situations from becoming worse and maintaining life until help arrives. 
This course is recommended for persons in low-risk and smaller workplaces, where a nominated person is required to take charge in the event of illness or accident and for larger organisations where fully qualified First Aiders can benefit from extra support. 
 
Many private individuals also book on to this course as it is an excellent introduction to first aid for the general public. 
Assessment is on-going throughout the course by the trainer, along with a short MCQ paper & practical assessments. 
 
Completion 
This QA Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work is valid for a period of 3 years. On successful completion of the course, participants will receive a First Aid Interventions QA Approved Certificate which meets the requirements of the HSE. 
Please contact us for cost and availability, this course can take place on your premises for a maximum number of 12. 

Course content  

Duration: 1 Day 
Aims and principles of first aid 
What to do in an emergency 
Basic Life Support (CPR) 
Management of the unconscious casualty 
Assessment and treatment of a casualty who is wounded or bleeding 
Choking and asphyxia 
Assessment and treatment of burns 
Assessment and treatment of miscellaneous medical conditions 
Record keeping 
 
 
 
 
 
"This course was excellent, brought me back up to speed with my first aid knowledge". 
"Best first aid training that I have ever had, beats Red Cross, St Johns and two other private companies". 
"This course was excellent, brought me back up to speed with my first aid knowledge". 
"Well organised course, excellent course and trainer". 
 
All the courses we offer are very competitively priced, in fact we are considerably cheaper than many well-known organisations, for more information contact us on 01234 870862. 
 
First Aid Interventions work with clients throughout Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire and London. 
 
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Courses can take place at one of our venues or yours, contact us to discuss your training requirements. 
 
 
 
 
 
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