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Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) (RQF)

The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification, specifically designed for those who are appointed to act as a first aider in their workplace. It is also ideal for people who have a specific responsibility to provide first aid in voluntary and community activities.

On this comprehensive course learners will develop the skills required by a first aider in the modern workplace and will equip learners with the knowledge, skills and practical competencies to take charge and deal with an emergency effectively, with the emphasis on preventing situations from becoming worse and maintaining life until help arrives. Candidates will be able to demonstrate the practical administration of safe, prompt, effective first aid in emergency situations with an understanding of the role of a first aider. 

Course Details

Location:

Derby

HZL Specialist Solutions Ltd,
Unit 4 JSH,
Brian Clough Business Centre,
200-222 Cotton Lane,
Derby
DE24 8GH

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Timings & Dates:

0830 - 1630 hours.

Cost:

£60.00 + VAT (£72.00) per delegate.

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Entry
Requirements

In order to complete this qualification candidates must: 

  • Be 14 years of age at the start of the course.

Delivery/Assessment Methods

  • 1-day course incorporating theory and practical exercises

Assessment is an ongoing process throughout the course by using questions and answer sessions, 5 practical assessments and a multi choice question paper. 

This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. Candidates will need to retake the qualification before the certificate expiry date to remain qualified. 

Course Contents

Candidates will develop the essential skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of first aid situations from minor slips to the most serious of accidents. 

  • Role and responsibility of the first aider
  • Incident and casualty assessment
  • Primary assessment 
  • CPR and AED 
  • Unconscious casualty breathing normally
  • Recovery position
  • Management of seizure 
  • Choking casualty
  • External bleeding; and 
  • Shock and minor injuries.

What's Next?

Candidates successfully completing this qualification may wish to progress to further qualifications such as:

  • Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (FAW) (RQF)
  • Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Understanding Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace (RQF)
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