First Aid at Work (FAW) – 3 Day Course
The First Aid at Work (FAW) 3 day course is the recognised and comprehensive qualification for designated workplace first aiders in higher-risk environments or larger organisations. This course is ideal for employers who require a robust first aid provision to meet their legal responsibilities under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Our FAIB-certified First Aid at Work course is delivered by experienced instructors with real-life experience of providing first aid in emergency situations. This ensures learners receive practical, realistic training that prepares them to respond confidently and effectively to a wide range of workplace first aid incidents.
This course is suitable for organisations across all sectors and is aligned with current HSE guidance and recognised best practice.
First Aid at Work (FAW) – 3 Day Course
Duration: 3 days
Certification: Valid for 3 years (FAIB accredited)
Delivery: On-site workplace training or group training options available
Course Content
Day 1 – Life-Threatening Emergencies & Initial Response
On day one, learners will develop the skills to manage immediate and life-threatening situations, including when a casualty:
- Is unresponsive and breathing
- Is unresponsive and not breathing, including the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Is choking
- Is having a seizure
- Is having a heart attack, including the administration of aspirin
- Is experiencing an angina attack
Learners will also cover:
- Assessing a casualty
- Monitoring a casualty
- How and where to get help
- Managing electrical incidents
Day 2 – Serious Injuries & Medical Conditions
On the second day, learners will gain the confidence and competence to assist a casualty who:
- Is bleeding, including life-threatening bleeding and the use of haemostatic dressings, wound packing, and tourniquets
- Is suffering from shock or internal bleeding
- Has burns
- Has been poisoned
- Is having a stroke
- Is experiencing an asthma attack
- Is having a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
- Is experiencing a diabetic emergency
Workplace responsibilities covered include:
- Accident recording and reporting
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
Day 3 – Injuries, Illnesses & Ongoing Care
On day three, learners will develop skills to manage a range of injuries and medical conditions, including when a casualty:
- Feels faint
- Has a head injury
- Has hypothermia or heat exhaustion
- Has an injury to a bone, muscle, or joint, including spinal injuries
- Is having a stroke
- Is experiencing an asthma attack
- Is having a severe allergic reaction
- Is experiencing a diabetic emergency
High-quality first aid training helps protect your people, your workplace, and your business.
Book Your First Aid at Work Course
If you are looking for a FAIB-certified First Aid at Work 3 day course, delivered by experienced instructors with real-life emergency response experience, Salus Training can support your organisation.
📞 Contact us today to book your First Aid at Work training or to discuss your workplace first aid requirements.