🩺 First Aid Training

HSE-regulated and Ofqual-recognised first aid qualifications — from Emergency First Aid at Work for small businesses to full 3-day First Aid at Work and specialist Paediatric and Mental Health First Aid courses.

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Legal Requirement

First Aid — A Statutory Workplace Requirement

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Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981

Employers must provide adequate first aid cover based on a first aid needs assessment. This includes first aid equipment, facilities and personnel trained to administer first aid.

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HSE Approved Code of Practice (ACoP)

The HSE's ACoP provides detailed guidance on the number and level of first aiders required based on workplace size, hazard level, and layout. Non-compliance is enforceable by HSE inspectors.

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Early Years Statutory Framework

Ofsted and the EYFS require at least one member of staff with a current Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate to be on the premises and available at all times when children are present.

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Mental Health at Work Commitment

ISO 45003 and HSE guidance strongly encourage Mental Health First Aid as part of a comprehensive employee wellbeing programme. Growing adoption across all UK sectors.

Regulatory Framework

H&S (First Aid) Regulations 1981 — core statutory requirement

HSE ACoP L74 — Approved Code of Practice for first aid

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) — paediatric FA statutory requirement

Childcare Act 2006 — PFA for all registered childcare providers

Ofsted Inspection Framework — PFA is a key inspection criterion

ISO 45003:2021 — Psychological health and safety at work

🩺 First Aid Fact Sheet

UK workplaces without a first aider~40%

Cardiac arrests before ambulance arrives~30,000/yr

Survival rate with bystander CPR2–3× higher

FAW certificate validity3 Years

Target Audience

Who Needs First Aid Training?

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All Employers

Every workplace must have adequate first aid provision — the level depends on your needs assessment

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Nurseries & Schools

EYFS requires paediatric first aid qualification for registered early years providers

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Construction Sites

CDM regulations require higher first aid provision on construction sites due to elevated risk

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Sports & Leisure

Sport England and governing bodies require qualified first aiders at events and venues

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HR & Line Managers

Mental Health First Aiders support employee wellbeing and early intervention

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Transport & Logistics

Drivers and warehouse staff in high-hazard environments require first aid competency

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Outdoor & Remote Working

Lone workers and outdoor teams need higher first aid provision than standard offices

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Healthcare Support

Non-clinical healthcare workers benefit from first aid qualifications aligned with clinical environments

First Aid Courses

Our First Aid Qualifications

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FAW — Level 3

First Aid at Work (FAW) — Level 3

The full 3-day HSE-regulated qualification for designated workplace first aiders. Covers CPR, AED, bleeding, fractures, medical emergencies and more.

3 Days 3-Year Cert

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EFAW — Level 3

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

One-day HSE-regulated qualification. Ideal for low-risk workplaces, small offices and businesses. Covers life-saving essentials including CPR and AED.

1 Day 3-Year Cert

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Paediatric FA

Paediatric First Aid — Level 3

EYFS statutory qualification for early years professionals. Covers infant and child CPR, choking, anaphylaxis, seizures, burns and more. Ofsted compliant.

2 Days 3-Year Cert

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FAQs

First Aid Training FAQs

What is the difference between FAW and EFAW?

First Aid at Work (FAW) is the full 3-day qualification covering a comprehensive range of first aid scenarios including CPR, AED, fractures, burns, poisoning, and medical emergencies. Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a 1-day qualification covering the most critical life-saving skills. Which you need depends on your first aid needs assessment — higher-risk workplaces typically require FAW-qualified first aiders.

How many first aiders do I need?

The number depends on your first aid needs assessment, which considers: workplace size, number of employees, nature of work (hazard level), work patterns, remoteness from emergency services, and history of accidents. HSE guidance suggests 1 EFAW first aider per 50 employees for low-risk environments, and 1 FAW first aider per 50 employees for higher-risk workplaces.

Do first aid certificates need to be renewed?

Yes. FAW and EFAW certificates are valid for 3 years. They must be renewed before expiry — if they lapse, the full course must be retaken rather than just a refresher. Our automated renewal alerts notify you at 90, 60, and 14 days before expiry to ensure no gaps in cover. Paediatric First Aid certificates are also valid for 3 years.

Can first aid training be done online?

HSE-regulated first aid qualifications (FAW, EFAW, PFA) require a practical element and cannot be completed entirely online. Our blended delivery model combines online theory learning with a practical assessment day at one of our approved centres or at your workplace. The online component covers up to 60% of the course content, reducing time away from work.

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