About the Course
Emergency First Aid At Work (EFAW)
Accidents can happen anywhere, at any time – whether in the office, on a construction site, in a warehouse, or at a public event. That’s why the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course was created as an essential, one-day qualification that empowers individuals to take immediate action when faced with a medical emergency.
Why should you take this qualification?
Designated workplace first aiders in low-risk environments (offices, shops, schools)
Team members who want to boost their confidence and life-saving skills
Employers looking to meet Health & Safety Executive (HSE) obligations
Meets the legal requirements for first aid in the workplace
Delivered by experienced trainers in a friendly, supportive environment
Hands-on training using realistic scenarios and equipment
How long does it last?
An Emergency First Aid at Work qualification is valid for 3 years.
Course Prerequisites
Every candidate attending a First Aid at Work course must be 16 years of age at the time of taking the assessment. No prior first aid knowledge or experience is required.
Course Content
Managing an emergency and assessing a casualty
Performing CPR and using an automated external defibrillator (AED)
Assisting someone who is choking, bleeding, or in shock
Treating minor injuries, burns, sprains, and more
Understanding the responsibilities of a workplace first aider
How will I be assessed?
The EFAW is assessed through demonstration of competence throughout the course itself. The assessment will determine the learners ability to act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs at work and how to deal with the casualty.
All assessment criteria in all units must be met.
There will also be a multiple choice paper, please inform the instructor if you need extra accommodations for completing written work.
What are my next steps?
Enjoying learning about First Aid? Why not take the next step and attend the full 3 day First Aid at Work qualification?
Your Instructor
Shelley Mott
Shelley has been a qualified first aider since 2008 and tutoring since 2013. She had a wealth of real world First Aid knowledge and experience and loves teaching in all its forms.
