First Aid at Work (RQF)
Comprehensive three-day first aid training covering essential workplace emergency response, compliant with Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Qualsafe Emergency First Aid at Work, Level 3 (RQF)
Course length
8 hours (1 day)
Instructor
1:12
Period of validity
3 years
Certification
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)
Venue
Outreach Rescue training facilities in Llanllechid, Bangor, Gwynedd or Raglan, Monmouthshire. This training can be provided on-site by arrangement.
Emergency First Aid at Work, Level 3 (RQF)
Goal
To equip participants with the confidence and skills to respond effectively to workplace emergency situations.
Target group
Individuals with responsibilities for workplace first aid, or those working in voluntary and community roles requiring emergency response skills.
Highlights
Comprehensive emergency response skills in a single day.
Fully compliant with HSE standards under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Practical and interactive training delivered by certified instructors.
Description
A practical one-day course providing essential skills to handle workplace emergency first aid situations, aligned with Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) delivers essential first aid training for individuals responsible for emergency response in the workplace. This one-day course covers the fundamental skills needed to assess and manage incidents, administer CPR, treat wounds, and assist unresponsive casualties. Designed to meet Health and Safety Executive (HSE) standards, this qualification ensures compliance and confidence in responding to workplace emergencies. Certification is valid for three years.
Compliance
Aligned with HSE’s Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and Resuscitation Council (UK) standards.
Previous knowledge
No prior knowledge required, however Level 1 literacy and numeracy is recommended.
Requirements
Learners must be at least 14 years old on the first day of the training and be physically capable of performing CPR and other practical first aid tasks.
Progression
Learners may progress to the Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF).The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) may be used towards other qualifications atthe same and higher level, plus aid career progression in a relevant profession.
Theoretical elements
– Understanding the role of a first aider.
– Legal requirements and responsibilities for workplace safety.
– Managing medical emergencies, such as seizures and choking.
Practical elements
– CPR and use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
– Treating wounds, bleeding, and shock.
– Recovery position and casualty assessment.
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