First Aid at Work Course Devon
Practical three-day Level 3 First Aid at Work training for individuals and businesses. Courses are held at our Newton Abbot training centre, with private on-site training available across Devon and the South West.
What Is the First Aid at Work Course?
The Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF) course is a nationally recognised, regulated qualification for workplace first aiders.
Delivered over three days, it provides more comprehensive training than the one-day Emergency First Aid at Work course. It is particularly suitable for higher-risk workplaces or where this level of training has been identified through an employer’s first aid needs assessment.
The qualification is valid for three years.
Who Should Attend the First Aid at Work Level 3 course?
The course is suitable for:
- Employees appointed as workplace first aiders
- Construction, manufacturing and engineering teams
- Warehousing and logistics staff
- Agricultural, outdoor and land-based workers
- Larger workplaces requiring more comprehensive first aid provision
- Employers arranging training for their workforce
- Anyone progressing beyond Emergency First Aid at Work
Not sure whether you need the one-day or three-day qualification? Your workplace first aid needs assessment should determine the appropriate level of training
Benefits of First Aid at Work Training
Greater Knowledge and Confidence
The three-day course gives learners more time to develop and practise the skills needed to manage serious injuries and medical emergencies.
Improved Workplace Preparedness
Trained first aiders can assess incidents, prioritise casualties and provide immediate care until further medical assistance arrives.
Supporting Employer Responsibilities
The qualification supports employers in meeting their workplace first aid responsibilities when this level of training has been identified through a first aid needs assessment.
Why Choose In-House First Aid at Work Training?
In-house training allows your employees to complete the qualification together at your workplace. The regulated syllabus remains consistent, while practical exercises and discussions can reflect your working environment and likely emergencies.
Benefits include:
- Reduced staff travel and disruption
- Training your employees together
- A course date arranged around your organisation
- Practical scenarios relevant to your workplace
- Consistent procedures across your team
- A cost-effective option for group training
Private courses are available throughout Devon, Cornwall and the wider South West.
In-house courses start from £1600 with no VAT.
What Will You Learn on the First Aid at Work Course?
The course develops the practical skills and knowledge required to manage a wide range of workplace emergencies.
Level 3 First Aid at Work Course Syllabus
Topics include:
- Roles and responsibilities of a workplace first aider
- Assessing an incident and prioritising casualties
- Primary survey and casualty monitoring
- Managing an unresponsive casualty
- Adult CPR and safe use of an AED
- Choking
- Bleeding, wounds and shock
- Burns and scalds
- Fractures, sprains and strains
- Head and spinal injuries
- Chest and abdominal injuries
- Heart attack, stroke and seizures
- Asthma, diabetes and anaphylaxis
- Poisoning and eye injuries
- Incident reporting and record keeping
What Will You Learn on the First Aid at Work Course?
Learners complete practical assessments throughout the course together with a knowledge assessment.
Successful learners receive the nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF) qualification, valid for three years.
The course includes:
- Three days of training
- Practical and knowledge assessments
- Qualification registration
- Course materials
- Use of training equipment
- Three-year certification
Annual refresher training is recommended to help maintain practical skills and confidence between qualifications.
Why Choose Optimal First Aid?
Optimal First Aid delivers practical, regulated first aid training for individuals and organisations across Devon and the wider South West.
Our instructors have operational pre-hospital care backgrounds and use hands-on exercises and realistic scenarios throughout the course. Learners develop more than theoretical knowledge—they practise assessing incidents, making decisions and providing first aid under pressure.
Public courses are held at our Newton Abbot training centre, while private courses can be delivered at your workplace.
Our focus is straightforward: developing capable workplace first aiders who are prepared to act when someone genuinely needs their help.
Complete Workplace Safety Training
We also deliver Fire Safety Awareness, Fire Warden and Fire Marshal and Manual Handling Awareness training at workplaces across Devon, Cornwall and the South West.
FAQ
What is the difference between Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and First Aid at Work (FAW)?
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a one-day course covering essential lifesaving skills suitable for low-risk workplaces such as offices, shops, and hospitality settings. First Aid at Work (FAW) is a more comprehensive three-day qualification designed for higher-risk industries including construction, manufacturing, engineering, forestry, and outdoor environments.
Who needs First Aid at Work training?
First Aid at Work training is recommended for workplaces with higher-risk activities, larger teams, or specific hazards identified within a workplace risk assessment. This commonly includes construction sites, warehouses, factories, agricultural businesses, and outdoor industries.
Can you deliver First Aid at Work training at our workplace?
Yes, we regularly provide on-site First Aid at Work training for businesses across Devon, Cornwall, and the South West. On-site delivery allows teams to train together within their normal working environment while reducing travel and downtime.
How long does a First Aid at Work certificate last?
The First Aid at Work qualification is valid for 3 years. The HSE also recommends annual refresher training to help maintain practical skills and confidence between renewals.
Are your First Aid at Work courses HSE compliant?
Yes. Our First Aid at Work courses meet current Health & Safety Executive (HSE) requirements and follow recognised workplace first aid guidelines.
What topics are covered on the First Aid at Work course?
The course covers a wide range of workplace emergencies including CPR, AED use, unconscious casualty management, choking, bleeding control, fractures, burns, shock, medical emergencies, incident management, and workplace first aid responsibilities.
What should I wear for the First Aid at Work course?
Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for practical activities. The course includes hands-on exercises such as CPR, casualty positioning, bandaging, and floor-based practical scenarios.
What if I’m unsure which first aid course my business requires?
If you are unsure whether your workplace requires EFAW or FAW training, we can help assess your workplace risks and recommend the most suitable level of first aid provision for your business and staff.
Contact Us
Tell us a little about your training requirements and we’ll get back to you, usually within one working hour. If you’re unsure which course you need, we’re happy to help.
