Level 3 First Aid at Work
Become a certified first aider with our Level 3 First Aid at Work course. This 3-day, HABC-accredited training is designed for workplaces needing qualified first aiders in line with Health & Safety Executive (HSE) guidance. Whether you’re in construction, education, hospitality or security, this course provides the skills and confidence to handle emergencies.
✅ Delivered in Farnborough
✅ Can be delivered at your location
✅ Certificate valid for 3 years
✅ CITB Approved Training Organisation
**This course meets HSE requirements for workplace first aiders.**
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What You'll Learn
- Responsibilities of a First Aider
- Incident Management
- CPR & Defibrillator (AED) use
- Wounds, Bleeding & Shock
- Burns, Fractures, & Sprains
- Managing Unconscious Casualties
- Medical Emergencies
Course Details
Who Should Attend?
- Duration: 3 Days
- Location: Farnborough Training Centre or Your location
- Qualification: Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF)
- Awarding Body: Highfield (HABC)
- Validity: 3 Years
- Group Booking: Available on Request
This Level 3 First Aid at Work course is ideal for:
- Workplace first aiders
- Employers needing workplace first aiders
- staff working in high-risk environments
- Individuals wanting a nationally recognised qualification
- Managers and Team Leaders
- Healthcare professionals
- Receptionists or Office Managers
- Teachers and School staff
- Security Professionals
- Construction Industry Professionals
- Anyone wanting to learn First Aid Skills
Accreditation and Compliance
Our First Aid at Work training is delivered in line with HSE guidelines and accredited by Highfield (HABC), one of the UK’s leading awarding bodies. The course meets the requirements for workplace first aiders under The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
What Others Say
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this course suitable for HSE compliance?
Yes. Our first aid courses all meet the requirements set out by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for workplace first aid.
Can you deliver this course on-site?
Yes. We can deliver this course all over the UK. In fact, so fare we have delivered training in the following Areas. Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Kent, Greater London, Central London, Norfolk, Sussex, Oxfordshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Essex, Wales, Camrbidgeshire
Do I need prior first aid experience?
No. Our first aid courses are suitable for all levels, including beginners, or those wanting to just refresh their skills,
How long is the certificate valid for?
3 years
How many people can you deliver to in one session?
We can deliver these courses to 12 people per instructor.
Are your instructors experienced?
Yes. Our instructors hail from a variety of backgrounds including the military and emergency services. Further to this, all of our instructors have worked as first aiders or medics in various industries and at various events, and regularly provide medical cover for events or security teams.
Level 3 First Aid at Work - Course Syllabus
Unit 1
🟢 1. Understand the Role and Responsibilities of a First Aider
1.1 Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider
1.2 Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others
1.3 Identify the need for consent to provide first aid
🟢 2. Be Able to Assess an Emergency Situation Safely
2.1 Conduct a scene survey
2.2 Conduct a primary survey of a casualty
2.3 Summon appropriate assistance when necessary
🟢 3. Be Able to Provide First Aid to an Unresponsive Casualty
3.1 Identify when to administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
3.2 Demonstrate adult CPR using a manikin
3.3 Identify when to place a casualty into the recovery position
3.4 Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position
3.5 Demonstrate continual monitoring of breathing
3.6 Identify how to administer first aid during a seizure
🟢 4. Be Able to Provide First Aid to a Choking Casualty
4.1 Identify when a casualty is choking
4.2 Demonstrate how to administer first aid to a choking casualty
🟢 5. Be Able to Provide First Aid for External Bleeding
5.1 Identify whether bleeding is life-threatening
5.2 Demonstrate first aid for a casualty with external bleeding
🟢 6. Know How to Provide First Aid to a Casualty Suffering from Shock
6.1 Recognise signs of shock
6.2 Identify how to treat a casualty suffering from shock
🟢 7. Know How to Provide First Aid for Minor Injuries
7.1 Administer first aid for:
- Small cuts
- Grazes
- Bruises
- Small splinters
- Nosebleeds
7.2 Administer first aid for minor burns and scalds
Unit 2 – Recognition and Management of Illness and Injury in the Workplace
🔹 1. Be Able to Conduct a Secondary Survey
1.1 Identify the information to be collected when gathering a casualty history
1.2 Demonstrate how to conduct a head-to-toe survey
🔹 2. Be Able to Provide First Aid for Bone, Muscle and Joint Injuries
2.1 Recognise a suspected:
- Fracture or dislocation
- Sprain or strain
2.2 Identify how to administer first aid for:
- Fracture or dislocation
- Sprain or strain
2.3 Demonstrate how to apply:
- A support sling
- An elevated sling
🔹 3. Be Able to Provide First Aid for Head and Spinal Injuries
3.1 Recognise a suspected:
- Head injury
- Spinal injury
3.2 Identify how to administer first aid for a suspected head injury
3.3 Demonstrate how to administer first aid for a casualty with a suspected spinal injury
🔹 4. Know How to Provide First Aid for Chest Injuries
4.1 Identify how to administer first aid for:
- Fractured ribs
- Penetrating chest injury
🔹 5. Know How to Provide First Aid for Burns and Scalds
5.1 Identify how to recognise the severity of burns and scalds
5.2 Identify how to administer first aid for burns involving:
- Dry or wet heat
- Chemicals
- Electricity
🔹 6. Know How to Provide First Aid for Eye Injuries
6.1 Identify how to administer first aid for eye injuries involving:
- Dust
- Chemicals
- Embedded objects
🔹 7. Know How to Provide First Aid for Suspected Poisoning
7.1 Identify how poisonous substances can enter the body
7.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected sudden poisoning
🔹 8. Be Able to Provide First Aid for Anaphylaxis
8.1 Recognise suspected anaphylaxis
8.2 Identify how to administer first aid for a casualty with suspected anaphylaxis
8.3 Demonstrate the use of a training device adrenaline auto-injector
🔹 9. Know How to Provide First Aid for Suspected Major Illness
9.1 Recognise suspected:
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Epileptic seizure
- Asthma attack
- Diabetic hypoglycaemic emergency
9.2 Identify how to administer first aid for:
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Epileptic seizure
- Asthma attack
- Diabetic hypoglycaemic emergency
💡 Why Workplace Emergency First Aid Training Matters
Investing in workplace emergency first aid training is one of the most effective ways to protect your team, meet legal responsibilities, and promote a safety-first culture. Here’s how this essential qualification benefits your business and your people:
🏥 1. Faster Response in Critical Situations
Accidents can escalate quickly. Trained individuals can respond to:
Heart attacks
Seizures
Choking
Serious bleeding
…potentially saving lives before professional help arrives.
👷 2. A Safer Working Environment
Emergency first aid skills help:
Reduce the severity of injuries
Encourage risk awareness
Lower the number of workplace incidents
⚖️ 3. Legal and Regulatory Compliance
This course ensures your organisation is compliant with the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, protecting you from legal risk while safeguarding employees.
💪 4. Builds Confidence and Leadership
Delegates gain the confidence to:
Take charge during emergencies
Support others in distress
Liaise clearly with paramedics
💼 5. Boosts Morale and Professional Value
Providing certified emergency first aid training:
Shows staff they are valued
Encourages personal growth
Increases responsibility and team trust
📈 6. Improves Employability
Holding a recognised qualification in workplace emergency first aid:
Enhances CVs
Opens doors in regulated industries
Gives a professional advantage in safety-conscious roles
🤝 7. Supports Broader Workplace Skills
Emergency first aid supports:
Strong decision-making
Teamwork under pressure
Effective communication
Training Location
3 – 5 Alexandra Road, Farnborough, GU14 6BU
Free parking available near by. 15-minute walk from North Camp train station
