First Aid at Work

Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF) – NUCO Accredited & Regulated

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Duration: 3 Days Accreditation: NUCO Training / Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) Certification Validity: 3 Years

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Course Overview

The Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification is the industry‑standard, comprehensive programme for workplace first aiders who require the highest level of training. Fully accredited and regulated by NUCO, this 3‑day course equips learners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to manage a wide range of emergency situations, life‑threatening incidents, and minor injuries in any workplace environment.

This qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and is ideal for high‑risk settings such as construction, manufacturing, engineering, security, logistics, and large public venues.

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What You Will Learn

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Day 1 – Emergency First Aid Essentials

• Role and responsibilities of a first aider

• Assessing an incident and conducting a primary survey

• Unresponsive casualties: recovery position, monitoring, and ongoing care

• CPR for adults, including safe use of an AED

• Choking management (adult)

• Seizure recognition and treatment

• Shock: identification and first aid response

• Control of catastrophic bleeding

• Wound management and bandaging techniques

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Day 2 – Illnesses, Injuries & Workplace Scenarios

• Secondary survey and casualty assessment

• Fractures, sprains, strains, and dislocations

• Head, neck, and spinal injuries

• Chest injuries

• Burns and scalds

• Eye injuries

• Poisoning and exposure to harmful substances

• Anaphylaxis and administration of adrenaline auto‑injectors

• Stroke, heart attack, angina, and other major medical conditions

• Diabetes and hypoglycaemia

• Asthma and respiratory emergencies

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Day 3 – Complex Incidents & Practical Assessment

• Major trauma and multi‑casualty incidents

• Crush injuries

• Embedded objects

• Environmental injuries (heat, cold, electrical)

• Incident reporting and workplace requirements

• Practical scenario‑based training

• Final practical assessments and knowledge checks

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Assessment & Certification

Learners are assessed through a combination of:

• Practical demonstrations

• Scenario‑based activities

• Multiple‑choice theory assessment

Successful candidates receive a Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF) certificate, accredited and regulated by

NUCO. This qualification is valid for 3 years, with a 2‑day requalification course required before expiry.

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Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Designated workplace first aiders

• Staff working in high‑risk environments

• Security and enforcement personnel

• Managers responsible for health & safety compliance

• Anyone seeking advanced first aid capability​

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Why Train With Grit & Gauze Academy?

• NUCO‑accredited, regulated training

• Realistic, scenario‑driven learning

• Expert instructors with operational medical experience

• UK‑specific, practical, and workplace‑ready skills

• High‑risk industry specialists