First Aid at Work (FAW) Course in Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire (Classroom)

HSE-Compliant 3-Day First Aid Training in Staffordshire

The 3-Day First Aid at Work course provides comprehensive training in essential first aid skills needed to handle workplace emergencies. Over three days, participants will learn how to manage a range of situations, including CPR, choking, burns, fractures, and shock. This course covers both practical techniques and theoretical knowledge, ensuring that attendees are well-equipped to respond effectively in any emergency. Ideal for those seeking to become certified first aiders while working in high-risk environments, such as building sites or warehouses.

Course Duration

3 Days

Delivery Method

This course is delivered in a classroom in Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0BB

Course Overview

The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 mandate that employers provide sufficient equipment, facilities, and trained personnel to ensure immediate medical attention for employees who are injured or ill at work. These regulations apply to all workplaces, including those with fewer than five employees and the self-employed. This course ensures that first-aiders are well-informed, qualified, and confident in their skills, meeting these regulatory requirements. It is especially recommended for those working in high-risk environments, such as building sites and warehouses. The course covers:

• First Aid Priorities
• Managing
• Incidents
• Basic Life Support
• Examination of a Casualty
• Unconsciousness
• Control of Bleeding
• Fractures
• Burns and Scalds
• Common Illnesses
• Heart Attacks
• Eye Injuries
• Dressings
• Recording and Reporting
• Regulations
• First Aid Kits

Course Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. 

The course will be delivered in English. Delegates must be able to read, write and communicate verbally in English.

Assessment

Delegates will be evaluated via continuous observation by the trainer and written assessments.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will receive a First Aid at Work qualification valid for 3 years. It is recommended that the re-qualification course be taken every 3 years to ensure that all first-aiders are kept up to date with current practices.

Related Courses & Content

• First Aid at Work (FAW) courses
• First Aid at Work Re-qualification (FAWR) courses
• First Aid courses
• Health and Safety courses
• NEBOSH courses
• IOSH courses
• CIEH courses
• IEMA courses
• Risk Assessment courses

For short courses a completion certificate is available at the end of the course. You can screenshot this or print it out to confirm completion of the training.

For accredited courses a certificate will be sent directly to you from the appropriate awarding body.

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Please note that course bookings can not be processed outside of normal working hours, over weekends or on bank holidays and will be processed the next business working day.

Gaskell Safety was established in 2018 with a clear view to provide Health & Safety services for the local businesses of Burton-on-Trent, over the years Gaskell Safety has grown to now supplying services and training country wide. A family run company with employed passionate consultants and trainers with purpose built training facilities, Gaskell Safety focuses on clients requirements, delegate enjoyment and learner experience.

Envico is working in association with Gaskell Safety offering CITB, IOSH, NEBOSH and other health and safety training courses and is not accredited by or associated with CITB or any other examination bodies, awarding bodies, institutions or organisations in any way whatsoever.