First Aid at Work - March 2026 @ Bristol

The First Aid at Work course is a comprehensive qualification designed for workplace first-aiders under the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) First Aid Regulations 1981. Over a three-day period (or equivalent blended format), learners develop the knowledge and practical skills to respond to a wide range of first aid situations in the workplace

The First Aid at Work course will be held in Bristol on Monday 9th March - Wednesday 11th March 2026.

The First Aid at Work course is for:

• individuals appointed as first aiders in medium to high-risk workplaces, including construction, manufacturing, warehousing, and large office environments

• office managers responsible for managing health and safety

• team leaders looking to ensure the safety of their team and team members

• associates who wishes to develop advanced first aid skills to handle a wider range of medical emergencies.

The First Aid at Work course is a 3-day course that is thorough, extensive and comprehensive regarding First Aid at Work, designed for workplace first-aiders under the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) First Aid Regulations 1981. The agenda is:

DAY 1: CORE LIFE-THREATENING EXPERIENCES

• Introduction

• Assessing an Incident

• Managing an Unresponsive Casualty

• Administering CPR and AED for Adults

• Managing Choking for Adults

• Managing Bleeding and Shock

• Handling Minor Injuries

DAY 2: INJURY MANAGEMENT & SECONDARY SURVEY

• Secondary Survey

• Managing Injuries, including

  • Bone, Muscle & Joint Injuries

  • Head & Spinal Injuries

  • Chest Injuries

  • Burns & Scalds

  • Eye Injuries

  • Sudden Poisoning

DAY 3: MEDICAL CONDITIONS & SERIOUS ILLNESS

• Managing Major Illnesses, including but not restricted to:

  • Heart Attacks

  • Angina

  • Stroke (FAST)

  • Anaphylaxis

• Assessing Environmental Conditions

• Additional Workplace Topics and Situations

• Practical Scenario Assessments

• Formal Assessments

• Course Wrap-Up

The First Aid at Work course includes:

• comprehensive classroom-based instruction supported by online learning resources

• extensive practical sessions covering a wide range of workplace first aid scenarios

• step-by-step guidance from a qualified trainer

• assessment of both theory and hands-on skills

• an e-certificate on completion to confirm first aid competence.

The First Aid at Work Course is a 3-day in-person training, which includes digital learning materials for pre-course study and post-course reference.

If you would like to discuss a hybrid approach to the course, please get in touch.

The First Aid at Work course runs over three consecutive days with a total of around 18 hours of guided learning, typically delivered from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm each day, providing a minimum contact time of eighteen hours.

Purchase your spot on the First Aid at Work Course in Bristol. A confirmation email will be sent to your inbox, detailing further information about the course.

Interested in First Aid at Work in Bristol but cannot make this date? Or would you like 1664 Training Solutions to deliver the First Aid at Work course in your workplace? Get in touch with 1664 Training Solutions to enquire if an alternative, private session can be organised for you and your team.

The First Aid at Work certificate is valid for 3 years, though an annual refresher and recertification is recommended.