Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Training
Practical, one-day first aid training delivered at your workplace across Devon and the South West.
1 day
Duration
Devon & South West
Location
From £675
Group Booking
Course Overview
Our one-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course gives employees the practical skills and confidence to respond when someone is injured or becomes suddenly unwell at work.
Delivered at your premises by experienced emergency care instructors, training focuses on essential first aid skills through hands-on practice and realistic workplace scenarios.
Courses can accommodate up to 12 learners, making it a convenient way to train your team together.
Who Is This Course For?
Emergency First Aid at Work is suitable for businesses and organisations whose first aid needs assessment identifies a need for one-day first aider training.
It is commonly chosen by offices, retail businesses, hospitality venues and other workplaces where EFAW meets the organisation’s assessed first aid requirements.
For workplaces requiring more comprehensive training, see our three-day First Aid at Work course.
What Will You Learn?
- Assessing incidents and managing an emergency
- CPR and safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
- Helping an unresponsive casualty
- Recognising and treating choking
- Managing bleeding, wounds and shock
- Responding to minor injuries, including burns and scalds
Practical Training & Certification
Training combines instructor demonstrations, hands-on practice and realistic workplace scenarios, allowing learners to develop the skills needed to respond confidently in an emergency.
Learners who successfully complete the course receive anEFAW certificate, valid for three years. An optional Ofqual-regulated qualification is also available where preferred or required.
The course is delivered in line with HSE workplace first aid guidance. Employers should use their first aid needs assessment to determine the most appropriate training for their workplace.
Why Choose Optimal First Aid?
Our instructors draw on operational pre-hospital care experience to deliver practical, engaging first aid training.
We adapt scenarios to your workplace, helping employees practise the decisions and actions they may need to take in a real emergency.
Training is delivered at your premises for groups of up to 12, reducing travel and disruption to your working day.
Emergency First Aid at Work Training Across the South West
Based in Newton Abbot, Devon, we deliver on-site EFAW training for businesses and organisations across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Bristol and the wider South West.
Whether you operate an office, warehouse, retail business or hospitality venue, we can arrange training at your premises on dates that suit your team.
Find out more about our first aid training in Devon, Cornwall and Bristol.
For forestry, arboriculture and land-based industries, we also offer Forestry First Aid (EFAW+F), which includes additional training for industry-specific risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Emergency First Aid at Work FAQs
Answers to common questions about our one-day Emergency First Aid at Work training for businesses and organisations.
What is Emergency First Aid at Work?
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a one-day course covering essential skills for responding to workplace emergencies. Training includes CPR, AED use, choking, bleeding and managing unresponsive casualties.
How long is the EFAW certificate valid?
EFAW certification is valid for three years. The HSE also recommends annual refresher training to help first aiders maintain their skills and confidence.
Is Emergency First Aid at Work HSE-compliant?
Yes. Our EFAW training is designed to meet the relevant requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 and associated HSE guidance. The HSE does not approve individual first aid training providers or courses.
Who needs Emergency First Aid at Work training?
EFAW may be suitable where an employer's first aid needs assessment identifies a requirement for one-day first aider training. The appropriate level depends on workplace hazards, staffing and other operational considerations.
Can you deliver EFAW training at our premises?
Yes. We deliver private group training at suitable workplaces across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Bristol and the wider South West. Courses can accommodate up to 12 learners.
What is the difference between Optimal First Aid and Ofqual-regulated certification?
Our standard EFAW course includes an Optimal First Aid certificate. An optional Ofqual-regulated qualification is also available for organisations that prefer or require one. Employers should check any specific contractual, industry or organisational requirements.
How much does an in-house EFAW course cost?
Group training starts from £675 for up to 12 learners, with no VAT charged. Contact us with your location, group size and preferred dates for a quotation.
How is the EFAW course assessed?
Learners complete practical assessments to demonstrate essential first aid skills, alongside checks of their understanding throughout the course. Successful learners receive their EFAW certificate.
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