About this course
This 3 day First Aid at Work (FAW) course is ideal for businesses whose risk assessment has identified they require a fully trained first aider for their workplace or have more than 50 employees.
FAW is the most comprehensive first aid training course, most suited to those working in high-risk environments. To learn more visit our which course do I need? page.
How do I access day 1 online?
We will email you a link, username and password. or you can hop onto our BLENDED PORTAL PAGE,
Tell me more about the online lessons
The day 1 online platform is super simple to navigate. Watch the video lessons at your own pace, pause and resume when it suits you. Answer the multiple-choice questions throughout the course and when you have completed all the lessons, you will be directed to the final assessment.
We will email you a link, username and password. The day 1 online platform is super simple to navigate. Watch the video lessons at your own pace, pause and resume when it suits you. Answer the multiple-choice questions throughout the course and when you have completed all the lessons, you will be directed to the final assessment.
To make sure you really learn and retain the information, test questions are randomised. A video review following the final assessment is customised to support a thorough understanding of each topic
- Front-row seat in the class
- No PowerPoint based slides
- Detailed bite sized video-based training with demonstrations
- Subtitles for “sound off” viewing
- Optional concise text lesson summary with key learning points accompanying each clip
- Comprehensive manual and posters, and current regulatory guidelines updates
- Access videos for up to 8 months after purchase
- Certified CPD evidence-based learning statement and certificate upon successful completion
- Includes recent guidelines on infection prevention with the outbreak of Severe acute respiratory syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS–CoV–2)
What to expect and how to prepare for your classroom training.
Please complete day 1 online prior to the classroom practical. On arrival, you will be given a debrief. Hand sanitiser, training props, individual manikins, and everything you need for the course is provided. Come with an open mind and burning questions.
Our instructors are experienced in creating and facilitating a non-judgemental and entertaining learning environment. We encourage participants to take away this attitude into their own lives following the training. All learners are made to feel safe and included, and we often see the group bond as a result.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring some photo ID to day 2, as is required in order to validate this award.
You may wish to bring a notebook for any additional notes. Covid-19 secure refreshments are complementary throughout the training, but we do ask you to bring your own favourite mug, and your lunch. There is ample fridge space and Budgens 1-mile, fast food outlets and supermarkets 2.5 miles. We have everything else covered.
We are also fully aware of the anxiety that many students have over coming into a public space. There is a lot to think about which we have already thought about. You are in safe hands.
Anything else?
Who needs this full Level 3 18-hour FAW?
We have listed below the National Governing Bodies (NGB) in the UK for that refer to this course, it is important that your first aid training follows your activities NGB best practice recommendations.
This 18-hour course meets the requirements laid down by THE FOLLOWING
Larger organisations, including offices, secondary schools, retail, universities where more than 50 people are employed.
At least one first aider trained in FAW is needed for every 50 employees. For example, if there are 150 employees, then three first aiders qualified in FAW will be required.
UNISON National (the public service union) Employers’ legal obligations
Where work activities involve:
The use of hydrofluoric acid
Working in confined spaces
Construction and Building Sites
Forestry (see also our EFAW Forestry course)
Agriculture and Farming
Outdoor Pursuits and Exploring (See also our 16 hour Outdoor first aid courses)
Any workplace where a higher level of training is required and a higher risk environment.
SIA Door Supervisor licence where the Level 3 EFAW is not sufficient.
Area Relief Security Officer
Control Room Operator
Front of House Officer
Mobile Security Supervisor
Drivers. JAUPT
See also : First aid requirements for diving
Driver CPC First Aid training JAUPT requirements for CPC
Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) to drive a lorry, bus, or coach.
For a “Drivers Qualification Card” (DQC) learners must complete 35 hours of training, of which this course is 18.
Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) changes
- Commercial drivers
- Hauliers
- Logistics Companies
- Public Transport operators,
- Lorry drivers
- Van drivers
- HGV drivers
- Coach drivers
- Bus drivers
- Minibus drivers
Your instructor will send you an e mail a couple of days prior to the classroom training, so that you have their contact details should you be running late, or have additional accessibility requirements.
This course can also be delivered on site at a reduced group fee (subject to our risk assessment)
