When an emergency strikes in the workplace, a fast, calm, and skilled response can save lives. The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course delivered by AMG provides essential life-saving skills in a single day which is perfect for lower-risk work environments or for topping up your workplace first aid provision.

We offer professional, friendly, and engaging training led by experienced medical instructors who make first aid feel accessible, relevant, and confidence-building.

At AMG, we don’t just teach first aid we bring it to life. Our instructors come from frontline medical backgrounds and deliver training with real-world experience, practical insight, and a personal touch. We focus on building confidence as well as competence, making sure every learner leaves feeling ready to act when it counts.

Course Overview

• Course Title: Emergency First Aid at Work

• Duration: 1 day (6 contact hours)

• Group Size: Up to 12 learners

• Certification: Valid for 3 years (regulated by Qualsafe Awards)

• Meets HSE requirements for low-risk workplaces

This course is ideal for businesses that need to meet their legal first aid requirements with a focus on emergency response and initial casualty care.

The EFAW course equips learners with the essential skills needed to manage a wide range of emergency situations. Topics include:

• Core Emergency Skills

  • Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider

  • Assessing an incident and prioritising casualty care

  • Performing CPR on adults, including use of an AED (defibrillator)

• Managing an unresponsive casualty (including the recovery position)

  • Dealing with choking incidents

  • Managing Injuries and Illnesses

  • Control of bleeding and treatment of wounds

  • Recognising and responding to shock

  • Minor injuries including cuts, grazes, burns, and bruises

  • Seizures and other common medical conditions

• Legal and Workplace Awareness

  • First aid kit essentials and workplace-specific considerations

  • Incident reporting and accident documentation requirements

  • Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations relating to first aid

• Designated first aiders in low-risk environments (e.g. offices, retail, small workshops)

• Staff in customer-facing roles

• Individuals who want to learn life-saving first aid skills in a single day

• Volunteers, freelancers, and self-employed professionals

✅ Realistic, hands-on training scenarios
✅ Friendly and approachable instruction
✅ Fully accredited certification
✅ Training delivered at our centre or at your workplace

Whether you’re booking as a business or an individual, AMG provides a smooth, no-fuss training experience from start to finish.