LEVEL 3 FIRST AID AT WORK
Course Details:
- Qualification: Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF)
- Duration: 3 Days
- Timings: 09:00 – 17:30
- Location: First Aid Train: Close Protection Academy, Stratford, East London
- Instructor: Jill Robertson
- Assessment: Multiple-choice exam and practical skills assessments
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Course Overview:
The Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (FAW) is the comprehensive, gold-standard 3-day course required by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for individuals to qualify as a workplace first-aider in high-risk environments or for organisations with a higher number of employees. This in-depth training provides you with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to manage a full range of first aid emergencies in the workplace. Successful completion validates your qualification for three years.
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Who Is This Course For?
- Anyone appointed to act as the primary First Aider in the workplace where the risk assessment indicates a requirement for a fully qualified First Aider.
- Those seeking a comprehensive Level 3 qualification to enhance their CV or professional competency.
- Individuals whose existing FAW certificate has expired by more than 3 months and must re-take the full course to re-qualify.
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Course Content:
- Understand and fulfil the roles and responsibilities of a first aider.
- Conduct primary and secondary assessments in an emergency.
- Administer CPR and use an AED (Defibrillator) to current standards.
- Provide first aid for choking, unconsciousness, and proper recovery positioning.
- Manage major injuries and illnesses, including severe bleeding, fractures, suspected spinal injuries, and head injuries.
- Review the use of adrenaline auto-injectors (e.g., for anaphylaxis) and other major medical emergencies (heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes).
- Correctly record incidents for legal and medical follow-up.
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Entry Requirements:
- Learners must be 18+ years old.
- Must be able to communicate fluently in spoken and written English.
- Participants must wear appropriate, comfortable clothing suitable for practical, scenario-based training.
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What to Bring:
- One form of valid photographic identification, such as:
- Valid passport (any nationality)
- UK photocard driving licence
