Workplace First Aid Training – Stay Compliant & Prepared
Employers are bound by the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 to provide adequate and appropriate first aid provisions. It’s mandatory for each workplace to have a sufficient number of first aiders to handle emergency situations. Should an incident occur, employers need to ensure that there is an appointed person to manage first aid arrangements. The appointed first aiders must hold valid certifications, which remain valid for three years.
The level of training required will depend upon the risks associated with the business. Additional training may be required where specific risks have been identified or where additional equipment has been provided such as defibrillators. At A&A Training & Consultancy, we offer first aid courses designed to meet your business needs, including:
- Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – Covers essential life-saving skills for low-risk workplaces.
- First Aid at Work (FAW) – A comprehensive three-day course covering injury response, CPR, and workplace medical emergencies.
- Paediatric First Aid – Complies with the Department for Education’s EYFS framework, ensuring childcare providers are fully trained.
View Our Full Course List Below
| Course | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) | The EFAW course will enable a first aider to complete a primary survey, to provide basic resuscitation skills and to be able to call for additional help | 1 day course. An annual refresher in resuscitation skills is recommended |
| First Aid at Work (FAW) | First aiders are qualified to EFAW level but can also apply first aid to a range of specific injuries and illnesses | 3 day course. An annual refresher in resuscitation skills is recommended |
| First Aid at Work (FAW) requalification | Refresh and update the skills and knowledge of individuals who have previously completed a First Aid at Work course | 2 days |
| Paediatric First Aid | First aiders are qualified to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations | 2 days |
Useful Links
👉 Health & Safety Executive (HSE) First Aid at Work Regulations → “Employers must comply with the HSE First Aid at Work Regulations.“
👉 NHS First Aid Guidance → “For first aid guidance and emergency response procedures, visit the NHS First Aid Advice.”
👉 From 1st September 2025, DfE is making some changes to the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the EYFS. → “EYFS Updates 2025“
👉 First aid is part of a broader workplace safety approach. Check out our Health & Safety Training.
Further Information
Please contact us if you would like more information about our courses, or if you would like to discuss your training needs.