Emergency First Aid at Work 6 Hour Level 3 (VTQ) - EFAW 2nd August 2024

The Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 (VTQ) qualification (EFAW) is ideal for most businesses whose risk assessment has identified that there is no requirement for a fully trained first aider for their workplace. All courses are delivered, evaluated and quality assured to meet the new guidelines set out by the HSE in October 2017 and meet the requirements of the First Aid at Work (First Aid) regulations 1981 and subsequent 2016 changes. The SIA will accept this training certificate for those seeking employment in the door supervision and security guard sector. 

All our first aid courses fully meet the UK and European Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2021 as per the HSE requirements. ProTrainings Vocational Training Qualifications (VTQ) are fully recognised by the HSE as Trade Body Qualifications.

This course must be at least 6 contact hours and run over a minimum of 1 day and the certificate is valid for 3 years. Full payment is due upon booking.

(1 Day, 6 Hours Contact time)

Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider

Conducting a scene survey and primary survey

Providing first aid to both responsive and unresponsive casualties, including CPR, recovery position, seizure management and using an AED

Providing first aid to a casualty who is choking

Providing first aid to a casualty with external bleeding

Recognising and treating shock

Treating a casualty with minor injuries including - small cuts - grazes - bruises - small splinters

Administering first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds

Parking is available along Eastern Way. If you require an accessible space, please contact the trainer who can arrange this for you. Tea and Coffee will be provided. Candidates will need to bring their own lunch. Please advise of any reasonable adjustments you may require. We look forward to welcoming you!