EFAW Courses in Leeds: Get Emergency First Aid at Work Certified

If youre looking for EFAW courses in Leeds, Castleford Training Solutions is here to help. We deliver professional, accredited first aid training that equips people with essential life-saving skills, ensuring you meet legal obligations and protect those around you.

The Emergency First Aid at Work course is a one-day (6-hour) qualification designed to give you the knowledge and practical skills to deal with the most common medical emergencies in the workplace.

Its ideal for:

Offices, shops, warehouses & small businesses
Hospitality venues like restaurants, pubs & hotels
Gyms, salons & small clinics
Contractors & self-employed tradespeople

An EFAW certificate demonstrates that youre trained to handle serious incidents until professional medical help arrives.

What does the EFAW course in Leeds cover?

During our EFAW course in Leeds, youll learn to:

• Assess an incident: Make sure its safe for you and others to help

• Perform CPR & use an AED: How to handle someone whos unresponsive and not breathing

• Place a casualty in the recovery position

• Treat choking: Back blows & abdominal thrusts

• Manage bleeding & wounds: Including applying bandages and dealing with shock

• Handle minor burns & scalds

• Recognise signs of serious medical conditions like heart attacks, strokes & seizures

Youll get plenty of hands-on practice, so by the end of the day youll feel genuinely confident to step in and help.

Do I need an EFAW or a full First Aid at Work (FAW) course?

Good question. The EFAW (1 day) course is perfect for most low-risk environments, such as offices or shops.

The FAW (3 day) course covers additional topics like fractures, spinal injuries, and secondary illnesses often required in higher-risk settings like construction, manufacturing, or large workplaces.

If youre unsure, were happy to help you complete a first aid needs assessment to decide whats right for your business.

FAQs about EFAW courses in Leeds

How long does EFAW certification last?
The certificate is valid for 3 years, though the HSE strongly recommends annual refresher sessions to keep your skills sharp.

Can you run the course at my workplace?
Absolutely. If you have a group (usually 6 or more), we can deliver EFAW on-site in Leeds at a time that suits you.

Is the course very physical?
There are practical elements like CPR, recovery position, and bandaging, but we always adapt to individual needs. Just let us know in advance if you have any concerns.