FPOSi Course Somerset – Level 3 First Person on Scene (International)

Advanced Pre‑Hospital Care Training Delivered Across Somerset

FPOSi Course Somerset – Level 3 First Person on Scene (International)

Somerset’s mix of rural communities, remote landscapes, busy towns and major transport routes means emergency response times can vary significantly across the county. Our FPOSi course in Somerset provides advanced pre‑hospital care skills for security teams, CP operatives, event staff, outdoor instructors, industrial workers and anyone who may be first on scene during a serious medical emergency.

For full qualification details, visit our Level 3 Award for the First Person on Scene (International) page.

We run regular open FPOSi courses at our Newton Abbot training venue in Devon, which is easily accessible from Somerset via the M5 and A38. For organisations across Somerset, we also offer on‑site delivery anywhere in the county.

What the FPOSi Course Covers in Somerset

  • scene safety & dynamic risk assessment

  • DRC‑ABCDE structured patient assessment

  • major trauma management – catastrophic bleeding, tourniquets, haemostatics

  • airway management – OP/NPA airways, suction, airway positioning

  • medical emergencies – cardiac arrest, shock, stroke, diabetes, seizures, anaphylaxis

  • oxygen therapy & AED use

  • spinal immobilisation & safe extrication

  • MIST handover & incident reporting

  • remote & hostile environment casualty care

 

FPOSi Training Delivered Across Somerset

We deliver FPOSi training throughout Somerset, including:

  • Taunton

  • Yeovil

  • Bridgwater

  • Weston‑super‑Mare

  • Frome

  • Wells & Shepton Mallet

  • Minehead & West Somerset

  • Glastonbury & Street

The Level 3 Award for the First Person on Scene training course can be delivered at your workplace, operational site or suitable venue.

 
 

Who Books FPOSi Training in Somerset

FPOSi is ideal for Somerset‑based professionals working in:

  • security & Close Protection teams

  • event safety & crowd management (Glastonbury Festival, stadiums, venues)

  • maritime & coastal operations (Burnham‑on‑Sea, Minehead)

  • outdoor activity centres & adventure tourism (Quantocks, Mendip Hills, Exmoor)

  • agriculture, forestry & land‑based industries

  • construction & industrial sites

  • remote workers & field‑based staff

Somerset’s combination of remote rural areas, major events and coastal environments makes FPOSi a valuable qualification for organisations needing advanced medical capability.

 

Why Choose Optimal First Aid for FPOSi in Somerset

  • ex‑military medical instructors with operational trauma experience

  • scenario‑based training tailored to Somerset’s environments

  • fully mobile delivery – we come to your site anywhere in Somerset

  • trusted by security firms, event teams and high‑risk industries

  • progression pathways into FREC 3 and FREC 4

  • SIA‑aligned training for Close Protection licensing

We bring all equipment, simulation gear and training resources to your location.

 

Course Duration & Certification

  • 4 days (28 guided learning hours)

  • QNUK Level 3 Award for the First Person on Scene (International)

  • Certificate valid for 3 years

 

Book FPOSi Training in Somerset

If you’d like to arrange FPOSi training for your team in Somerset, discuss group bookings or schedule delivery at your site, we’re ready to help.

We cover Somerset

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it meets SIA requirements for licensed Close Protection Officers and is trusted by leading security providers across the UK.

Yes – we offer flexible mobile delivery across the South West and the UK for businesses, security teams, and private clients.

The FPOS course typically runs over 4 to 5 days, combining theory, practical skills, and realistic scenario training.

FPOS is a Level 3 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), making it an advanced first aid training course suitable for high-risk and security professionals.

No prior formal first aid qualification is required, but a basic understanding of first aid principles can be helpful.

Yes, the FPOS training includes trauma management techniques tailored for hostile, remote, and high-threat settings.

Contact us about our FPOSi Courses

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The instructor to candidate ratio is typically 1:12, with some courses being restricted to 1:8 or even 1:6.