TLC Academy is proud to offer the comprehensive 3-day First Aid at Work course, ideal for individuals who need to be certified as first aiders in higher-risk working environments. With UK-wide dates available, you can conveniently book online today.

What Does the First Aid at Work Course Cover?

This 3-day course encompasses all the content of the 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work course, along with an extensive range of additional skills.

Our training ensures that learners can understand and apply the following skills when assisting an adult in the workplace:

• Unresponsive and Breathing: How to manage an unresponsive person who is breathing.
• Unresponsive and Not Breathing: How to manage an unresponsive person who is not breathing, including the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).
• Choking: Techniques to assist someone who is choking.
• Bleeding: Management of bleeding, including life-threatening bleeding and the use of haemostatic dressings and tourniquets.
• Shock and Internal Bleeding: How to recognize and treat shock and internal bleeding.
• Burns: Treatment of various types of burns.
• Fainting: Steps to take when someone feels faint.
• Poisoning: How to handle poisoning incidents.
• Head Injuries: Management of head injuries.
• Hypothermia and Heat Exhaustion: How to deal with temperature-related conditions.
• Bone, Muscle, and Joint Injuries: Treatment of injuries, including spinal injuries.

Additionally, learners will gain the skills to assist a casualty experiencing:

• Seizures
• Heart Attack: Including the administration of aspirin.
• Angina Attack
• Stroke
• Asthma Attack
• Severe Allergic Reaction
• Diabetic Emergency

The course also covers:

• Assessing a Casualty
• Monitoring a Casualty
• Where to Get Help
• Electrical Incidents
• Accident Recording and Reporting
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

Learning and Assessment

Assessment Method: Learners are continuously evaluated throughout the course via hands-on demonstrations, interactive Q&A sessions, quizzes, and engaging activities such as role-play. These methods ensure that learners can safely apply their knowledge in the workplace.

Certification Validity: Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive a First Aid at Work certificate from the British Red Cross, valid for three years.

Course Duration: The HSE requires learners to complete 18 hours of instruction, excluding breaks. Our courses typically run from 9:15 AM to 4:45 PM, including a 1-hour lunch break and two 15-minute breaks. Learners should arrive by 9:00 AM for registration; late arrivals may be refused entry.

Entry Requirements

The role of a first aider can be physically and emotionally demanding. It’s crucial to select individuals who can act quickly and effectively in emergencies. Learners must demonstrate their ability to use the skills covered in the course to earn the qualification. This course is suitable for learners aged 16 and over.

FAQs

Is the First Aid at Work course a Level 3 course? Yes, the First Aid at Work course meets the requirements for a Level 3 qualification on the Recognised Qualifications Framework (RQF) due to its length and complexity.

What industries typically require this course? This course is suitable for larger organisations and high-risk industries, such as construction, where serious injuries or illnesses may occur. It ensures that first aiders have the necessary skills and knowledge to respond effectively in emergencies.

How long does the First Aid at Work certificate last? The certificate is valid for three years from the date of issue. To ensure continuous first aid provision, requalification before certificate expiry is recommended.

Does the First Aid at Work course include AED training? Yes, AED training is included, providing learners with hands-on experience using an AED.

Book Your Course Today!

Prepare your team for any emergency with TLC Academy’s First Aid at Work course. Contact us today to book your session!

• Email: Dali at [email protected]
• Phone: 01494 342053
• Mobile: 07706 787969

Join TLC Academy and ensure your workplace is ready to handle emergencies with confidence and competence.