Learn the Essentials of First Aid for Your Workplace and prepare yourself to deal with Workplace Emergencies.
The ProTrainings Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 (VTQ) qualification (EFAW) is ideal for businesses with a relatively low number of employees on-site, especially in low-risk environments. This qualification covers all the core competencies outlined by the HSE, making it an acceptable workplace first aid certification. Completing this course qualifies you to be an appointed first aider in the workplace. It meets HSE workplace first aid requirements and aligns with the UK Resuscitation Council 2021 guidelines.
The SIA accepts this training certificate for those seeking employment in the door supervision and security guard sectors. All our first aid courses fully comply with the UK and European Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2021 as required by the HSE. ProTrainings Vocational Training Qualifications (VTQ) are fully recognised by the HSE as Trade Body Qualifications. This course requires a minimum of 6 contact hours, conducted over at least 1 day, and the certificate is valid for 3 years.
As of May 2016, the HSE and Awarding Organisations allow computer-based blended training for all workplace first aid courses. ProTrainings now offers the option to complete your Emergency First Aid at Work course as a blended course, which includes 3 hours of online training followed by 3 hours in the classroom. Our blended training allows you to learn the theory at your own pace, with one-on-one instruction at a time that suits you. The blended EFAW course meets all HSE and Awarding Organisation requirements and is available as either a ProTrainings or Regulated Qualification.
To renew, you need to attend another EFAW 6-hour course or complete the blended course online and in the classroom. This qualification is recognised in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, as well as in many other countries. The HSE strongly recommends that all first aiders complete an annual first aid refresher course, and our online course meets this requirement.
Please note that learners taking a ProTrainings course have the option to choose a regulated qualification. Also, be advised that the classroom course has a minimum age requirement of 14.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
- Offices
- Service industries
- Self-employed
- Factories
- Manufacturing
- Construction and Building
- Distribution
- Forestry (see also our FAW Forestry course)
- High-risk businesses
- Agriculture
- Sports
- Outdoor Pursuits and Exploring
This course comes with 6.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
For the contents of our video online course, visit the EFAW Blended Part One course.
The contents included in the classroom course are:
Unit 1: Emergency First Aid in the Workplace (credit can be given in some cases if already completed recently)
1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
- 1.1 Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider
- 1.2 Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others
- 1.3 Identify the need for consent to provide first aid
2. Be able to assess an incident
- 2.1 Conduct a scene survey
- 2.2 Conduct a primary survey of a casualty
- 2.3 Summon appropriate assistance when necessary
3. Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty
- 3.1 Identify when to administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- 3.2 Demonstrate CPR using a manikin (including the use of an AED device)
- 3.3 Justify when to place a casualty into the recovery position
- 3.4 Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position
- 3.5 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure
4. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking
- 4.1 Identify when choking is: - mild-severe
- 4.2 Demonstrate how to administer first aid to a casualty who is choking
5. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding
- 5.1 Identify the severity of external bleeding
- 5.2 Demonstrate control of external bleeding
6. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock
- 6.1 Recognise a casualty who is suffering from shock
- 6.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock
7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries
- 7.1 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with: - small cuts - grazes - bruises - small splinters
- 7.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds
- ProTrainings - COVID-19 Update on CPR from the UK Resus Council
- Student Manual (V8.7) - Workplace First Aid
- EmergencySMS service leaflet
- AED infographic will guide you through the steps
- Adult CPR Flowchart
- Adult CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Asthma UK - Astma Plan for Children
- Asthma UK weblink
- CAT Tourniquet instruction leaflet
- Catastrophic bleeding and trauma First Aid Guidance From ProTrainings
- Celox haemostatic leaflet
- Celox leaflet on haeostatic dressings
- Child CPR Flowchart
- Child CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Clean hand techniques leaflet
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
- Dutch - Student manual
- Emerade - Package leaflet: Information for the user
- EpiPen Guide
- EpiPen Patient information leaflet
- EpiPen instruction leaflet
- EpiPen patient information sheet
- Epilepsy Action leaflet
- Epilepsy and education information for parents leaflet
- Epilepsy facts and figures leaflet
- Epilepsy in Action Leaflet (register on www.epilepsy.org.uk)
- Find a classroom course locally
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
- First Aid and Social Distancing poster
- First Aid at Work Regulations 1981 HSE document
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- French - First Aid Plus student manual
- HSE 5 steps to Risk Assessing link to HSE website
- HSE brief guide to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)
- HSE guide to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 19
- HeartSine 350 Information Leaflet
- Heartsine 350 AED unit
- Heartsine 500 AED unit
- Hindi - First Aid Plus student manual
- Home Emergency Contact Sheet
- How to register to call EMS by text
- How to use Celox Haemstatic gauze
- How to use Celox gauze
- How to use Celox granules
- Infant CPR Flowchart
- Infant CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Italian - Student manual
- Jext Product Data Sheets
- Jext patient Information Sheet
- Joint Epilepsy Council Prevalence and Incidence figures of Epilepsy September 2011
- Lifepac CR2 AED Data Sheet
- Link to our Concussion ad Brain injury course in association with Headway, a head injury charity
- Link to the HSE website
- Meningitis Now website with many leaflets and resources link
- NHS Choices Web link
- Nilaqua Hand Wash leaflet
- Oxygen User Instructions - Gas rentals are available from ProTrainings, contact us for more information
- Oxygen and Analgesic gases from ProTrainings
- Personal Medical Information Sheet
- Polish - Student manual
- ProTrainings - Using an AED Leaflet
- ProTrainings Defibrillator eGuide
- RIDDOR October 2013 Changes
- RIDDOR link to the HSE guide
- Regulated - COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
- Sign up for free Student First Aid - use code SCH-376-61-571
- Spanish - Student manual
- Statistics on fatal injuries in the workplace 2011/12
- Step by Step Guide to COSHH HSE Guide - Link to HSE website
- Student Manual (V7.0) - First Aid - Arabic
- Student Manual (V7.0) - First Aid - Spanish
- Student Manual (V8.3) - Pierwsza Pomoc w Pracy Ksiazka studenta - Polish
- Student Manual (V8.6) - Anatomy and Physiology Human Body
- Student Manual (V8.6) - First Aid - Welsh
- Student Manual V8.6 - First Aid - Dutch
- Student Manual V8.6 - First Aid - Portuguese
- Student manual V8.6 - First Aid - French
- Student manual V8.6 - First Aid - Ukrainian
- Student manual V8.6 - First Aid Manual Italian
- Tourniquet Instructions leaflet
- Ukrainian - Student manual
- Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
- Web link to the Joint Epilepsy Council website - JEC
- Workplace Accident Book
- Workplace Emergency Contact Sheet
- Woundclot - haemostatic gauze for all types of bleeding
- Zoll AED Plus user guide
What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
What training courses do you offer and how are they delivered?
We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
Are your courses Endorsed?
Yes, all ProTrainings courses are Endorsed by TQUK in addition to other approvals and endorsements to give you a quality compliant qualification for your courses whatever delivery method you take.
Why do I need accredited training courses?
Whether you are employed, running a business or taking training for other reasons, you need to ensure the course is trustworthy and will pass due diligence checks. Taking courses that are accredited gives you peace of mind of the quality, compliance and that your certificate will be accepted. Choosing ISO companies to ensure they are externally verified.
Are courses all online or can I take a blended or class course locally?
Most of our courses are available as online or classroom-based at a training centre locally. We can also send an instructor to your business to save travel and tailor the course to your business. To save time and money you can take most courses in a blended format with online and class training.
