EFAW for Forestry Level 3 (EFAW+F)
Forestry First AidDetails
Learn the Essentials of First Aid for carrying out forestry and prepare yourself to deal with First Aid emergencies. Providing immediate first aid in the workplace is a legal requirement under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, which mandates that employers ensure adequate first-aid provisions for employees. Compliance with these regulations helps prevent minor injuries from escalating and ensures prompt response in emergencies.
Who is the course aimed at?
All employees elected to fulfil the First Aid role within the workplace and/or those who are responsible for such individuals.
This course is perfect for:
Forestry Workers
Hauliers
Felling
Farmers
Agricultural Contractors
Course Objectives
This Emergency First Aid at Work Training Course equips participants with essential knowledge on CPR, wound management, shock treatment, and emergency response procedures, following HSE guidelines on workplace first aid. Participants will learn how to assess incidents, administer basic life-saving techniques, and ensure compliance with UK safety standards.
Ideal for Forestry Workers, Hauliers, Felling, Farmers and Agricultural Contractors, this training provides the skills needed to respond effectively to workplace emergencies, reducing risks and improving overall safety.
Certification
This course certification is provided by Safetymen
Validation Length
Upon completion this course certification is valid for 3 year(s)
Training Methods
- Classroom
- Client Premises
Course Duration
The length of this course is One Day
Pricing
| Number of Learners | Per Person | Premium Price * |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 12 | £120 | £150 |
* Our premium price is for courses that are held during the evenings or on weekends for your convenience
Prerequisites
The following list of prerequisites are required to take this course:
- 16 years or older
- able to physically undertake practical tasks
- free from the effects of drugs and alcohol
- fluent in spoken and written English
What to Bring
The following items are required to bring on the day of the course:
- Valid Photo ID - For example Passport or Driving License
- Clean comfortable clothing, suitable for classroom
- Lunch, if attending a full day at our Training Centre (although there are many local eateries nearby) - tea and coffee are provided
- Please be aware no photography or video use is permitted by delegates when training in our depots. No recording devices are permitted
Course Content
The role of the first aider
The importance of preventing cross infection
The need for recording incidents and actions
The use of available equipment
Scene assessment
Treatment of unconscious casualty
Adult CPR
Serious bleeding management
Shock management
Chocking
Minor injuries
Forestry specific content:
Lyme disease awareness
Tick bite prevention
Tick removal
Hypothermia
Increased risk in wooded environments
Post Incident care:
Post Incident Stress Awareness
emotional support and debriefing
Accessing further help