The purpose of the TQUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) is for the learner to attain knowledge and practical competences required to deal with a range of workplace first aid situations. It provides learners with the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and understanding to enable them to provide appropriate care and manage life-threatening conditions, minor illness and injuries. Learners will have the knowledge and skills required to provide Emergency First Aid in an occupational setting in a prompt, safe and effective manner to meet the requirements of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) First Aid Regulations
TQUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)
The Course Duration:
The minimum contact hours of this qualification, excluding breaks, should be for a minimum period of 6 hours over 1 day.
Please note – The recommendation is that learners refresh their knowledge annually. (Previously HSE)
Maximum number of trainees:
It is recommended that the qualification should operate on a ratio of (a maximum of) 12 learners to 1 tutor
Certification:
Upon successful completion all students are awarded a recognised First Aid Certificate* which is valid for 3 years.
Course content includes:
- 1.Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
- 2. Be able to assess an incident
- 3. Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty
- 4. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking
- 5. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding
- 6. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock
- 7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries
- The qualification is assessed via on-going oral questioning and practical demonstration.