First Aid at Work (FAW)
The First Aid at Work (FAW) Course is designed for individuals who require comprehensive first aid training to act as a qualified workplace first aider. This course is held in our Training Centre in Linwood, near Paisley.
Description
The First Aid at Work (FAW) Course is designed for individuals who require comprehensive first aid training to act as a qualified workplace first aider.
Delivered in person by qualified instructors, this 3-day course provides candidates with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to respond to a wide range of workplace injuries, illnesses, and emergency situations in line with current Health & Safety Executive (HSE) guidance.
Upon successful completion, candidates will receive a recognised First Aid at Work certificate, enabling employers to meet their legal obligations for workplace first aid provision.
This course is held in our Training Centre in Linwood, near Paisley.
Prerequisites
This course has minimal entry requirements. However, candidates should:
- Be of school leaving age
- Be physically capable of carrying out practical first aid procedures, including floor-level CPR
- Have a basic understanding of English for safety and assessment purposes
- Have access to an email address
What's Involved
This course combines theoretical learning with extensive practical training to prepare candidates to manage first aid incidents confidently and effectively.
Core Training Areas
- Understanding the role and responsibilities of a workplace first aider
- Assessing emergency situations safely and effectively
- Managing an unresponsive casualty
- Recovery position procedures
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Choking recognition and treatment
- Control of bleeding and shock management
- Treatment of minor and major injuries
- Fractures, sprains, and soft tissue injuries
- Burns and scalds treatment
- Eye injuries and poisoning awareness
- Seizures, stroke, heart attack, and diabetic emergencies
- Asthma and allergic reaction management
- Recording incidents and accident reporting procedures
Course Structure
- 3-day practical, in-person training course
- Tutor-led instruction with practical demonstrations and exercises
- Hands-on CPR and casualty management training
- Scenario-based learning to build confidence and competence
- Training delivered in line with HSE and current first aid guidelines
Assessment
To successfully complete the course, candidates will be assessed through:
Practical Assessments
- Demonstration of CPR, casualty management, recovery position, bleeding control, and other first aid procedures
Theory Assessment
- Assessment of candidate knowledge and understanding of first aid principles and workplace responsibilities
Ongoing Observation
- Continuous assessment of practical skills, participation, and understanding throughout the course
All assessments are conducted in line with recognised first aid training standards.
Key Benefits
Recognised First Aid Qualification
Gain a recognised First Aid at Work certificate suitable for a wide range of workplace environments.
Workplace Compliance
Supports compliance with:
- Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
- HSE guidance on workplace first aid provision
Practical Life-Saving Skills
Develop the skills needed to respond effectively to workplace accidents, injuries, and medical emergencies.
Increased Workplace Safety
Help create a safer working environment through improved emergency preparedness and incident response.
Confidence in Emergency Situations
Build the confidence to manage emergency situations calmly and effectively until professional medical assistance arrives.