QNUK Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Course

Essential Emergency First Aid Skills

Gain practical workplace first aid skills that help you respond quickly to incidents including collapse, choking, bleeding, shock, and minor injury.

Recognised Level 3 Qualification

Achieve the QNUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work, giving employers confidence that trained personnel are in place.

Support Workplace Compliance

Help your organisation meet its duty to make appropriate first aid arrangements under workplace first aid legislation and HSE guidance. 

Confidence To Act In Real Situations

Develop the confidence to stay calm, assess an incident, and provide immediate assistance until professional help arrives.

Stronger Safety Culture

Having trained emergency first aiders in the workplace supports a safer working environment for colleagues, visitors, and contractors.

A Practical Step For Responsible Employees

Whether you are an appointed first aider, team member, supervisor, or business owner, this course gives you a valuable workplace skill that can make a real difference.

This Emergency First Aid at Work course is suitable for candidates who need a recognised 1 day first aid qualification for the workplace. It is often chosen for:

• employees nominated as emergency first aiders

• staff in lower-risk workplaces such as offices, retail, hospitality, education, and some service environments

• small businesses needing practical first aid cover

• supervisors, team leaders, and responsible persons who may need to respond to an incident

• employers looking to strengthen their first aid provision following a first aid needs assessment

For workplaces with higher hazards, larger teams, remote working conditions, machinery, or more significant risks, the 3 Day First Aid at Work course may be more appropriate. HSE guidance states that first aid provision should be based on the specific hazards and circumstances of the workplace.

Understand The Role And Responsibilities Of A First Aider

• the role and responsibilities of a first aider

• how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others

• the need for consent to provide first aid

Be Able To Assess An Incident

• conducting a scene survey

• conducting a primary survey of a casualty

• summoning appropriate assistance when necessary

Be Able To Provide First Aid To An Unresponsive Casualty

• when to administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• when to place a casualty into the recovery position

• demonstrating how to place a casualty into the recovery position

• how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure

Be Able To Provide First Aid To A Casualty Who Is Choking

• mild choking

• severe choking

Be Able To Provide First Aid To A Casualty With External Bleeding

• the severity of external bleeding

• demonstrating how to control external bleeding

Know How To Provide First Aid To A Casualty Who Is In Shock

• recognising a casualty who is suffering from shock

• how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock

Know How To Provide First Aid To A Casualty With Minor Injuries

• small cuts

• grazes

• bruises

• small splinters

Know How To Administer First Aid To A Casualty With Minor Burns And Scalds

• dealing with minor burns and scalds in line with accepted current practice

The assessment process follows a two-step journey:

Step 1. Practical Observations

Candidates will be observed to ensure that they can:

• conduct a scene survey

• conduct a primary survey of a casualty

• summon appropriate assistance when necessary

• identify when to administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• demonstrate adult CPR using a manikin

• identify when to place a casualty into the recovery position

• demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position

• demonstrate continual monitoring of breathing whilst the casualty is in the recovery position

• identify when a casualty is choking

• demonstrate how to administer first aid to a casualty who is choking

• identify whether external bleeding is life-threatening

• demonstrate how to administer first aid to a casualty with external bleeding

Step 2. Multiple Choice Examination

The examination consists of 15 multiple-choice questions.

• pass mark: 11 correct answers

• maximum time limit: 30 minutes

What Is The Emergency First Aid At Work Course?

The Emergency First Aid at Work course is a 1 day first aid course that provides candidates with the core knowledge and practical skills needed to deal with common workplace emergencies. It is a recognised option for many lower-risk workplaces.

Who Should Attend Emergency First Aid At Work Training?

This course is suitable for candidates who have been identified as needing emergency first aid training in the workplace, especially in lower-risk settings. It is also useful for employers, supervisors, office staff, and responsible persons who want formal workplace first aid training.

Is This A Level 3 First Aid Qualification?

Yes. Successful candidates receive the QNUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work, a recognised workplace first aid qualification.

How Long Does The 1 Day Emergency First Aid At Work Course Take?

The course is completed in one day and includes both practical training and assessment.

What Does The EFAW Course Cover?

The course covers the role of the first aider, incident assessment, CPR, recovery position, choking, seizures, bleeding, shock, minor injuries, and minor burns and scalds.

Is Emergency First Aid At Work Suitable For High-Risk Workplaces?

Not always. If your business operates in a higher-risk environment, uses machinery, has larger numbers of staff, or has more significant hazards, the 3 Day First Aid at Work course may be the better choice. HSE guidance says first aid provision should match the hazards and risks in the workplace. 

How Long Is The Emergency First Aid At Work Certificate Valid For?

The certificate is valid for three years. After that, candidates should retake training to remain current and competent.

Do I Need Any Previous Experience Or Qualifications?

No previous first aid qualification is required. This course is suitable for beginners and those taking on workplace first aid responsibilities for the first time.

Where Can I Take The Emergency First Aid At Work Course?

Acadame offers this course in Stoke-on-Trent, Derby, Manchester and Liverpool. We also deliver onsite nationwide, and can support local delivery requests through our wider managed service network.

Why Is Emergency First Aid At Work Training Important?

First aid training helps people respond quickly, correctly, and confidently in an emergency. It can support legal compliance, improve workplace safety, and potentially make a life-saving difference before emergency services arrive. Employers are required to make appropriate first aid arrangements for their workplace.