Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – 1‑Day HSE‑Compliant Course
Gain the essential skills to respond confidently in workplace emergencies. Practical, engaging training delivered by experienced instructors.
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Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – 1‑Day HSE‑Compliant Course
Gain the essential skills and confidence to respond effectively in workplace emergencies. Our Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a practical, engaging one‑day qualification designed for low‑risk environments such as offices, schools, retail, hospitality, and community organisations.
Delivered by experienced instructors with real‑world medical backgrounds, this course meets all Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements and provides a nationally recognised certificate valid for three years.
Who this Emergency First Aid at Work Course is for:
This course is ideal for:
Low‑risk workplaces such as offices, schools, retail and hospitality
Appointed persons responsible for first aid provision
Small businesses needing to meet HSE requirements
Community groups and volunteers
Anyone who wants the confidence to help in an emergency
If your workplace has fewer hazards or fewer staff, EFAW is often the most appropriate and cost‑effective qualification.
What you’ll learn on the Emergency First Aid at Work Course:
Through demonstrations, hands‑on practice, and realistic scenarios, you’ll learn how to:
Assess a casualty and identify life‑threatening conditions
Use the primary survey (DRABC)
Perform CPR and use an AED
Treat bleeding, burns and shock
Respond to seizures
Manage choking incidents
Care for minor injuries such as cuts, grazes and sprains
Record incidents accurately and understand your responsibilities
Know when to call 999 and how to communicate clearly
All content is fully aligned with HSE guidance for Emergency First Aid at Work.
Course Structure (1 Day)
A typical course runs from 09:00–16:30 and includes:
Morning
Legal responsibilities
Primary survey
CPR & AED training
Unresponsive casualties
Late Morning
Seizures
Choking
Shock
Afternoon
Bleeding control
Burns & scalds
Minor injuries
Incident reporting
EFAW vs FAW – Which Do You Need?
| Course | Duration | Best For | Certificate | HSE Compliant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EFAW | 1 day | Low‑risk workplaces | 3 years | Yes |
| FAW | 3 days | Higher‑risk workplaces | 3 years | Yes |
If you’re unsure which qualification your workplace requires, we’re happy to advise.
Certification:
Everyone who completes the course receives a nationally recognised Emergency First Aid at Work certificate, valid for three years.
Your certificate is:
Issued digitally
Recognised by employers across the UK
Fully HSE‑compliant
Printed copies are available on request. We recommend an annual refresher to maintain confidence and competence.
Why Choose Optimal First Aid?
We believe first aid training should be practical, engaging, and genuinely useful — not a tick‑box exercise. Our instructors bring real‑world experience from frontline medical roles and create a supportive, confidence‑building learning environment.
You can expect:
Clear, confidence‑building instruction
Realistic scenarios and hands‑on practice
A welcoming, supportive learning environment
Fully HSE‑compliant course content
Consistently excellent feedback from learners
Businesses, schools, and community groups across the South West trust us to deliver high‑quality, reliable training.
Emergency First Aid at Work – FAQs
Yes, it meets all current HSE requirements for First Aid at Work.
No. The course is suitable for complete beginners.
Three years from the date of completion.
Assessment is ongoing throughout the day through practical demonstrations and instructor observation.
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