Emergency First Aid at Work
The LICQual Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a practical qualification designed to provide learners with essential skills and knowledge to respond effectively to workplace emergencies. This field focuses on the assessment and management of sudden injuries or medical incidents, ensuring immediate care is delivered while maintaining safety and minimizing risk.
Learners will develop competence in CPR, managing choking, bleeding, shock, and other common workplace emergencies, as well as understanding legal responsibilities, risk assessment, and reporting procedures. The course highlights the organisational importance of first aid, including enhancing workplace safety, reducing incident severity, and supporting compliance with health and safety regulations.
Completing this award provides learners with career and professional benefits, including the ability to act confidently as a designated first aider, contribute to emergency preparedness in various workplace environments, and improve overall safety culture. Learners gain practical skills, increased confidence, and recognised certification that enhances both professional credibility and organisational resilience.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
6
GLH
12
Qualification #
LICQ2200597
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200597-1 |
Principles of Emergency First Aid |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200597-2 |
Assessing an Emergency Situation |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200597-3 |
CPR and Resuscitation Techniques |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200597-4 |
Managing Unconscious Casualties |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200597-5 |
Treating Common Injuries and Illnesses |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200597-6 |
Communication and Record Keeping in First Aid |
1 |
6 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Principles of Emergency First Aid
- Understand the role and responsibilities of an emergency first aider.
- Explain the importance of prompt and effective first aid response in the workplace.
- Recognize the legal and ethical considerations related to first aid.
Unit 2: Assessing an Emergency Situation
- Conduct a quick and safe assessment of an emergency scene.
- Identify hazards to ensure personal and casualty safety.
- Prioritize casualty treatment based on severity of injuries or conditions.
Unit 3: CPR and Resuscitation Techniques
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) following current guidelines.
- Demonstrate the correct use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
- Recognize signs of cardiac arrest and respiratory failure.
Unit 4: Managing Unconscious Casualties
- Assess and manage an unconscious casualty safely.
- Place casualties in the recovery position to maintain airway patency.
- Monitor vital signs until professional help arrives.
Unit 5: Treating Common Injuries and Illnesses
- Provide first aid for bleeding, shock, burns, fractures, and choking.
- Identify symptoms of common workplace illnesses and manage appropriately.
- Apply appropriate techniques to minimize injury and prevent complications.
Unit 6: Communication and Record Keeping in First Aid
- Communicate effectively with casualties, colleagues, and emergency services.
- Complete accurate and detailed incident reports.
- Understand the importance of confidentiality and data protection in first aid documentation.
This course is ideal for:
- Employees designated as workplace first aiders across all industries.
- Managers and supervisors responsible for health and safety compliance.
- Human resources and occupational health professionals.
- Individuals seeking to gain essential first aid skills for personal and professional use.
- Staff working in environments with higher risks of injury or illness.
- Volunteers and community workers who want to provide first aid support.
- Anyone looking to enhance their emergency response capabilities.
- Professionals aiming to meet statutory first aid training requirements.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.