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Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Rugby & Warwickshire

Practical, one-day workplace first aid training delivered by experienced healthcare professionals.

Would your employees know what to do if someone suddenly collapsed, suffered a serious injury or experienced a medical emergency at work?

Our Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course gives learners the practical knowledge, skills and confidence to respond effectively to workplace emergencies.

Delivered by Warwickshire First Aid Training Ltd, this one-day qualification is suitable for employees who have been identified as requiring Emergency First Aid at Work training following their employer’s first-aid needs assessment.

Learn essential emergency first aid skills, including CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED) use, choking, bleeding, burns, shock and managing unconscious casualties.

Why choose Warwickshire First Aid Training?

  • Healthcare professional trainers.
  • Recognised QNUK Level 3 qualification.
  • Practical, hands-on training.
  • One-day course.
  • Training at your workplace or our Rugby training centre.
  • Groups of 4–12 learners per trainer.

Course duration: 1 day (6 guided learning hours)

Qualification: QNUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)

Certificate validity: 3 years

Location: Rugby, Warwickshire, or at your workplace.

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What Is Emergency First Aid at Work?

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a recognised workplace first aid qualification designed for employees who may need to provide immediate assistance when someone becomes ill or is injured at work.

The course teaches learners how to recognise an emergency, assess a casualty and provide appropriate first aid while waiting for professional medical assistance.

It is particularly suitable for businesses looking for a practical, one-day first aid qualification for their employees.

Employers should complete a first-aid needs assessment to determine the appropriate level of first aid provision for their workplace.

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What Will You Learn on the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?

Our Emergency First Aid at Work training focuses on practical skills and knowledge that can be used in real workplace emergencies.

CPR and Resuscitation

Learn how to recognise when someone is unresponsive and not breathing normally.

Practise cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) using training manikins and understand the importance of acting quickly when someone suffers a cardiac arrest.

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training

Gain practical experience using an automated external defibrillator.

You will learn how to:

  • Switch on and operate an AED.
  • Correctly position and apply defibrillator pads.
  • Follow the AED’s spoken and visual instructions.
  • Deliver a shock safely when instructed.
  • Continue CPR as directed by the AED.

Unconscious Casualties

Learn how to assess and manage an unconscious casualty, including someone who is breathing normally.

Understand the importance of maintaining an open airway and monitoring the casualty until further medical assistance arrives.

Choking

Recognise the signs of choking and learn how to provide appropriate first aid to an adult casualty with an obstructed airway.

Bleeding

Understand how to assess and manage external bleeding, including serious bleeding, and provide appropriate first aid.

Burns and Scalds

Learn how to provide immediate first aid for burns and scalds, helping to minimise further injury.

Shock

Understand the signs and symptoms of medical shock and how to provide appropriate assistance while waiting for emergency services.

Seizures

Learn how to recognise a seizure, protect the casualty from injury and provide appropriate first aid.

Minor Injuries

The course also covers common minor injuries, including cuts, grazes, bruising and splinters.

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Qualification Specification

Qualification: QNUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)

Qualification number: 603/2452/1

Awarding organisation: Qualifications Network UK (QNUK)

Regulation: Ofqual-regulated.

Duration: 1 day (6 guided learning hours).

Assessment: Practical and knowledge assessments.

Certificate: Successful learners receive a recognised qualification certificate.

Certificate validity: 3 years.

Learners must complete the required knowledge and practical assessments to achieve the qualification.

Who Should Attend an Emergency First Aid at Work Course?

Our Emergency First Aid at Work course is ideal for low-risk work environments such as small offices, cafes, small warehouses, and small engineering workshops.

If you are unsure which qualification your business needs, contact us and we can discuss your training requirements

Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work – Which Course Do You Need?

Choosing the correct workplace first aid qualification is important.

The right course depends on your employer’s first-aid needs assessment, including your business type, workplace hazards, workforce, and potential emergencies.

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW

A one-day course covering essential emergency first aid skills.

It may be suitable for workplaces where the first-aid needs assessment identifies this level of training as appropriate.

First Aid at Work (FAW)

A more comprehensive three-day qualification covering the Emergency First Aid at Work syllabus alongside a wider range of injuries and illnesses.

It may be more appropriate for workplaces with higher or more complex first aid requirements.

If you are unsure which qualification your business needs, contact us and we can discuss your training requirements.

Emergency First Aid at Work Course Prices

We believe in straightforward and transparent pricing.

Prices are based on the number of learners attending.

  • Minimum group size: 4 learners.
  • Maximum group size: 12 learners per trainer.
  • Additional trainers are available for larger groups.

If you have a larger workforce or require multiple courses, contact us for a tailored quotation.

Workplace First Aid Training Across Warwickshire

We understand that taking employees away from the workplace for training can be inconvenient.

That’s why we offer on-site Emergency First Aid at Work courses, allowing your employees to complete their training together at your premises or another suitable venue.

We provide workplace training for organisations in:

  • Rugby.
  • Coventry.
  • Warwick.
  • Leamington Spa.
  • Nuneaton.
  • Daventry.
  • Northampton.
  • Kenilworth.
  • Surrounding counties.

On-site training is particularly convenient for businesses with four or more employees who need to complete their first aid qualification.

Contact us to discuss your preferred dates, group size and training location.

Emergency First Aid Training at Our Rugby Training Centre

Individuals and smaller groups can also enquire about attending training at our Rugby training centre.

Training venue:

First Class Safety Ltd
62 Somers Road
Somers Road Industrial Estate
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV22 7DH

Our training centre is conveniently located for learners travelling from Rugby and the surrounding areas.

Please contact us for upcoming course dates and availability.

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Why Choose Warwickshire First Aid Training?

Choosing the right first aid training provider is important for your business and your employees.

At Warwickshire First Aid Training Ltd, we aim to make workplace first aid training straightforward, practical and effective.

Experienced Healthcare Professional Trainers

Our trainers and assessors are healthcare professionals with practical experience in first aid and healthcare.

Practical, Hands-On Training

Our courses combine essential knowledge with practical activities, allowing learners to practise important first aid skills.

Local Training Provider

Based in Rugby, Warwickshire, we provide first aid training to businesses and organisations throughout the local area.

We have been providing first aid training since 2016.

Flexible Workplace Training

We can deliver training at your premises or another suitable venue, helping minimise disruption to your business.

Recognised Qualifications

Our courses include Ofqual-regulated qualifications awarded by Qualifications Network UK (QNUK).

Straightforward Pricing

Our group pricing is clear, with quotations based on the number of learners attending.

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Book Your Emergency First Aid at Work Course

Need to train your employees in Emergency First Aid at Work?

Whether you are arranging training for four employees or a larger workforce, Warwickshire First Aid Training can help you organise suitable workplace first aid training.

Get in touch to discuss:

  • Available course dates.
  • Workplace training arrangements.
  • Group sizes and pricing.
  • Your organisation’s first aid training requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Emergency First Aid at Work course is delivered in one day and comprises six guided learning hours.

Successful learners receive the QNUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF), qualification number 603/2452/1.

The qualification certificate is valid for three years from the date of successful assessment.

Employers should arrange appropriate requalification before the certificate expires.

HSE also strongly recommends annual refresher training to help first aiders maintain their skills.

Employers in the UK have a legal responsibility to provide adequate and appropriate first aid arrangements for their employees.

The appropriate level of training depends on the findings of the employer’s first-aid needs assessment.

Yes. Learners practise CPR and the safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Yes. We provide on-site Emergency First Aid at Work training for groups of 4–12 learners per trainer.

We can arrange additional trainers for larger groups.

Yes. We provide workplace first aid training for businesses in Coventry, Rugby, Warwickshire and surrounding areas.

Yes. Please contact us to enquire about upcoming training dates at our Rugby training centre.

Not necessarily. The appropriate level of workplace first aid training depends on your first-aid needs assessment.

Some businesses may require the more comprehensive First Aid at Work qualification.

If you are unsure, contact us before booking.

Other First Aid Training Courses

We also provide a range of workplace and paediatric first aid qualifications.

Explore our other courses:

Contact Warwickshire First Aid Training Ltd to discuss the most appropriate course for your organisation.