On-Site First Aid Training in Devon & South West
We come to your workplace and train your team. Simple, cost-effective, fully compliant.
Onsite first aid training delivered directly at your workplace or remote site across Devon, Cornwall and the Southwest.
- Up to 12 staff per course
- Flexible dates
- Delivered at your location
On-Site First Aid Training in Devon
If you need first aid training for your team, the most effective solution is to have it delivered at your workplace with On-site First Aid Training. It saves time, reduces disruption, and ensures your staff are trained in a familiar environment.
At Optimal First Aid, we provide professional, fully compliant on-site first aid training across Devon. Every course is tailored to your industry, the risks you face, and the way your team operates.
We deliver training at your chosen venue, on a date that suits you, adapting each course to your specific requirements while building on our core, regulated course programmes. The result is practical, relevant training that your team can apply with confidence.
The HSE places responsibility on the employer to ensure that first aid provision is appropriate for their workplace. We’re here to support that process and ensure the training you receive is fit for purpose. If you’re unsure which course is right for your organisation, we’re always available to advise.
Why Choose On-Site Training?
For most businesses, sending staff away on courses is expensive and inefficient.
Our on-site training allows you to:
Train up to 12 staff at once
Reduce cost per person
Avoid lost productivity
Learn in your real working environment
Choose dates that suit your operation
It’s the most cost-effective and practical way to stay compliant.
Our On-Site First Aid Courses
We deliver a full range of regulated workplace courses:
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
1 – Day from £625
Ideal for low-risk workplaces or as an introduction to first aid.
Workplace First Aid at Work (FAW)
3 – Days from £1350
Comprehensive training for higher-risk environments and designated first aiders.
FAW Requalification
2 – Days from £1050
For existing first aiders needing to renew certification.
Level 3 First Response Emergency Care Training
For those requiring a higher level of capability, our advanced training through FREC (First Response Emergency Care) builds on these core skills. It is designed for individuals working in more complex or higher-risk environments, developing enhanced trauma management, patient assessment, and pre-hospital care skills to a nationally recognised standard.
FPOSi (First Person on Scene International)
FPOSi (First Person on Scene International) provides a more trauma-focused pathway for individuals working in complex, high-risk or remote environments. It builds confidence in managing serious injuries where immediate medical support is delayed, with a strong emphasis on structured assessment, prioritisation, and effective intervention in critical situations.
Outdoor First Aid
Outdoor First Aid is designed for those working, instructing or operating in remote and outdoor environments where access to emergency services may be delayed. It focuses on practical, scenario-based learning to manage common and critical incidents in the field, ensuring learners can respond effectively in unpredictable and challenging conditions.
Who We Work With
We regularly deliver on-site first aid training for a wide range of industries, including construction and trades, forestry and land-based sectors, security and close protection teams, outdoor and adventure providers, marine and coastal businesses, and corporate workplaces.
Our background in high-risk environments means we go beyond basic, classroom-style delivery. The training is practical, realistic, and tailored to the challenges your team may actually face.
What Makes Us Different?
Most training providers deliver generic, tick-box courses. We don’t.
Optimal First Aid is built on real operational experience, delivering training for those working in high-risk, remote, and demanding environments. This approach ensures your team gains more than just a certificate.
We focus on real-world scenarios, practical decision-making, and training that genuinely prepares people to respond effectively when it matters most.
Locations We Cover
We deliver on-site first aid training across Torquay, Exeter, Plymouth, and throughout Devon.
This includes surrounding areas such as Newton Abbot, Paignton, Brixham, Totnes, and the wider South West.
If you’re outside these areas, get in touch, we can often accommodate depending on your requirements.
Contact Us
Need help choosing the right first aid course?
Whether you’re booking a course, arranging bespoke training, or seeking advice for remote or high-risk environments, we aim to respond within 24 hours.
Phone: 01626 249194
Certification options
Some organisations require certification to be issued by an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation.
We offer both self-certified and Ofqual-regulated accredited courses. The course content and training remain the same; the primary difference is the certification body and associated third-party fees.
Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation certification is available at an additional fee per person.
