Level 3 in First Aid at Work

This course is suitable for people aged 16+ who work in environments such as construction, manufacturing, or agriculture. It is also ideal for organisations whose needs assessment identifies a requirement for additional first aid training (e.g. due to having employees with a disability or medical condition). It gives learners the skills and confidence to respond to a range of accidents and first aid emergencies they could encounter in the workplace. The course is based on theory and practical activities enabling the practise of administering first aid covering;

• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
• How to assess an incident
• How to manage an unresponsive breathing/unbreathing casualty 
• How to manage a choking casualty 
• How to manage bleeding 
• How to manage a casualty in shock 
• How to respond to minor injuries 
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) including defibrillation 
• How to manage various medical emergencies 
• First aid kit

Eligibility

There is no age limit on this qualification, a level of understanding and writing English is required.

Delivery

Duration: 1 day

Assessment: Combination of practical demonstration of competence in first aid procedures and a test of knowledge through written assessment

Valid: 3 years

Progression Opportunities

•  Level 3 Paediatric First Aid