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QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work

Our QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) is a regulated, 3-day course designed for individuals appointed as first aiders in higher-risk workplaces. It meets all HSE requirements and provides the essential skills needed to respond to a wide range of medical emergencies at work.

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On-Site Training

We bring our fully accredited training straight to your premises anywhere in Northern Ireland. This means your team learns in a familiar setting, reduces travel time, and experiences minimal disruption to daily operations.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for:
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Designated first aiders in the workplace
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Staff in high-risk industries (e.g., construction, manufacturing, logistics)
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Volunteers or team leaders with a duty of care
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Community organisations and active environments
What’s Covered?
Course Details:
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The Role and Responsibilities of a First Aider

Understand how to act confidently, record incidents, and follow safety protocols.
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Assessing an Incident

Quickly and effectively evaluate emergency situations and determine priorities.
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Managing an Unresponsive Casualty

Handle situations involving unconsciousness, seizures, or lack of breathing.
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CPR and Defibrillation

Learn to deliver high-quality CPR and operate an AED confidently and correctly.
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Major Medical Emergencies

Manage serious conditions including heart attacks, strokes, anaphylaxis, epilepsy, and shock.
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Injuries and Trauma Care

Treat head and spinal injuries, fractures, sprains, dislocations, chest injuries, and bleeding.
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Burns, Poisoning, and Eye Injuries

Handle incidents involving scalds, chemical contact, ingestion of toxins, and eye-related accidents.
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Minor Injuries and Recovery Position

Provide first aid for common workplace injuries such as cuts, grazes, and small wounds.
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Duration: 3 Days (Minimum 18 contact hours)
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Location: On-site at your business, community organisation, or venue
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Qualification: QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF)
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Certificate Validity: 3 years
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Accreditation: Ofqual regulated via Qualsafe Awards
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Meets HSE Guidance: Fully aligned with UK Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
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Give Your Workplace the Confidence to Act in Emergencies

Book your on-site first aid course anywhere in Northern Ireland and empower your staff with life-saving skills that meet the highest training standards.
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Looking for Other Courses?

We also offer a 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work course for low-risk settings and a 3-hour Annual Refresher to keep first aiders confident and compliant.
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