First Aid Training in the Workplace
Our first aid training in the workplace courses are designed to give individuals and organisations the confidence, knowledge, and practical skills to respond effectively in an emergency. Whether you are looking to meet legal workplace requirements or simply want to create a safer working environment, our training is hands-on, engaging, and tailored to real-life situations.
All of our first aid courses are Qualsafe-accredited and meet Ofqual-regulated standards, ensuring your team receives high-quality, recognised training that supports both compliance and safety.
Not sure what First Aid Training you need?
Choosing the right level of workplace first aid training can depend on your industry, number of employees, and workplace risks.
Use our First Aid Calculator to quickly identify the correct training for your organisation and ensure you remain compliant with UK regulations.
Workplace First Aid Legal Requirements
Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, employers in the UK are required to provide adequate and appropriate first aid arrangements for their employees.
This includes:
Carrying out a First Aid Needs Assessment
Providing Suitable Equipment and Facilities
Ensuring Trained First Aiders are Available
Keeping Staff Informed of First Aid Procedures
Our workplace first aid training courses are designed to help you meet these legal obligations while promoting a safer and more prepared workforce.
Our Workplace First Aid Training Courses
We offer a comprehensive range of workplace first aid courses to suit different industries, risk levels, and job roles.
Combined First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
This course is for professionals in environments that need adult and paediatric first aiders, such as schools, childcare settings and sports clubs. Combining the Qualsafe Level 3 Awards in both areas into one streamlined 3 day training ensures comprehensive coverage of both qualifications.
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF)
Designed for individuals who wish to act as first aiders at work. It provides essential skills to manage a variety of injuries and illnesses. A regulated qualification, it helps employers meet their legal responsibilities for workplace safety with ease.
Combined Emergency First Aid at Work and Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
This specifically designed course combines both adult and paediatric emergency first aid, making it ideal to school, sports clubs and childcare settings. Streamlining the training avoids duplication and ensures coverage of both qualifications.
Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and safe use of an AED (RQF)
This course equips candidates with essential skills for administering prompt and effective basic life support including the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) . With an estimated 30,000 out of hospital cardiac arrests occurring annually, being prepared can significantly improve survival rates.
Level 3 Annual Refreshers
The annual refresher courses in Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF) and Level 3 Paediatric First Aid at Work (RQF) allow qualified first aiders to up date their skills each year until re-qualification is needed. Candidates gain renewed confidence and up to date first aid skills.
Why First Aid Training in the Workplace is Important
Investing in workplace first aid training is not just about compliance, it’s about protecting your people.
Benefits include:
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Faster response to workplace accidents and emergencies
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Reduced severity of injuries
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Increased employee confidence and safety awareness
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Compliance with UK health and safety regulations
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A stronger, more responsible workplace culture