What will the new training regime for first aiders in the workplace entail?
A. Under this regime,starting from 1st October 2009, an employer can send prospective first aiders on a course in either first aid at work (FAW) or emergency first aid at work (EFAW). The employers should use the findings of their first-aid needs assessment to ensure the type of training course chosen is appropriate for the circumstances of the workplace. New guidance for employers will be made available on HSE’s website. The new First Aid at Work (FAW) training course lasts 3 days and the certificate is valid for 3 years. Before the end of the 3 year period, first aiders need to undertake a 2 day First Aid at Work requalification course. The new Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) training course lasts one day and the certificate is valid for 3 years. Before the end of the 3 year period, first aiders need to undertake a new Emergency First Aid at Work training course. Only HSE approved training organisations can deliver FAW or EFAW training courses. AB First Response is approved to del
