Course Overview:
The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a 1-day, accredited training designed to give you the essential skills to respond confidently to medical emergencies in the workplace. It meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, making it ideal for low-risk work environments or those requiring a basic first aid qualification.

This course is also a mandatory requirement for SIA License-linked Top-Up courses (such as Security Guard and Door Supervisor renewals).

More Details

Course Duration:

• 1 Day (typically 6–7 hours, including breaks and assessments)

Who Is This Course For?

• Staff working in low-risk environments (e.g., offices, shops, warehouses)
• Security professionals needing a valid first aid certificate for SIA Top-Up courses.
• Employers needing to meet HSE first aid requirements.
• Individuals want basic, practical first aid knowledge.

What You will Learn:

• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
• Assessing an incident and casualty
• Managing an unresponsive casualty (including CPR and AED use)
• Choking, wounds, bleeding, and shock
• Minor injuries: cuts, grass, bruises, burns, etc.
• Seizures and fainting

Assessment Method:

• Continuous trainer assessment throughout the day
• Practical demonstrations and Q&A sessions
• No written exam

Certification:

• On successful completion, you will receive an Emergency First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years.

Why Take This Course?
✔ Gain life-saving skills and confidence in emergencies
✔ Meet legal requirements for your workplace or SIA license
✔ Ideal for all industries, especially security, retail, and office environments
✔ Recognized nationally and approved by HSE guidelines