FIRST AID AT WORK
EFAW Level 3 - 1 Day course
FAW Level 3 - 3 Day course
The Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification enables a first-aider to give emergency first aid to someone who is injured or becomes ill while at work.
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The Level 3 First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification covers a wide range of CPR and first aid skills, equipping the first aider to apply first aid to a range of specific injury and illness.
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These qualifications are Ofqual accredited and valid for three years, making it suitable for all industries and enabling you to meet HSE requirements.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK 1 DAY OVERVIEW
Duration
Emergency First Aid at Work is a 6 hour course usually delivered 1 day.
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Content
Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
How to manage a casualty who is in shock
How to assess an incident
How to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking
How to manage a casualty with a minor injury
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
How to manage a casualty with external bleeding
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Entry requirements
Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of taking the assessment. No prior first aid knowledge is required.
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Assessment
Emergency First Aid at Work is Trainer Assessed throughout the course and the assessment should determine a learner’s ability to act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs at work and to deal with a casualty. All Assessment Criteria in the units must be achieved.
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Renewal
This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. The candidates should re-take this qualification prior to the certificate expiry date to remain qualified. Although not compulsory, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
FIRST AID AT WORK 3 DAY OVERVIEW
Duration
First Aid at Work is an 18 hour course split across multiple days.
This is usually 3 consecutive days.
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Content
Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
How to manage a casualty who is in shock
How to assess an incident
How to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking
How to manage a casualty with a minor injury
How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
How to manage a casualty with external bleeding
How to conduct a secondary survey
How to administer first aid to a casualty with burns and scalds
How to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected major illness
How to administer first aid to a casualty with injuries to bones, muscles and joints
How to administer first aid to a casualty with an eye injury
How to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected head and spinal injuries
How to administer first aid to a casualty with sudden poisoning
How to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected chest injuries
How to administer first aid to a casualty with anaphylaxis
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Entry requirements
Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of taking the assessment. No prior first aid knowledge is required.
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Assessment
First Aid at Work is Trainer Assessed throughout the course and the assessment should determine a learner’s ability to act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs at work and to deal with a casualty. All Assessment Criteria in the units must be achieved.
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Renewal
This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. The candidates should re-take this qualification prior to the certificate expiry date to remain qualified. Although not compulsory, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
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