Question 1

Our engineering workshop is in Hillington. Is EFAW enough?

Accepted Answer

For most engineering and manufacturing environments at Hillington Park, Cambuslang Investment Park, or Eurocentral, the 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification meets the minimum HSE requirement for lower-hazard workplaces. However, the HSE recommends that workplaces with significant hazards — heavy machinery, hot work, chemicals, working at height, or lone working — consider the 3-day First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification, which covers a wider range of injuries and illnesses including suspected spinal injuries, fractures, head injuries, and seizures. We're happy to talk through your specific risk assessment before you book — call us and we'll help match the right qualification to your Hillington team.

Question 2

Can your instructor come to our office in central Glasgow?

Accepted Answer

Yes — on-site delivery in central Glasgow is one of our most popular options. Our instructor comes directly to your office in the IFSD, Blythswood, Merchant City, or anywhere in the city centre with all the training kit, mannequins, and AED trainers needed to run the course. You provide the room and the delegates (up to 12), we provide everything else. This is usually the most cost-effective way to qualify a team and avoids any travel time or expenses for your staff.

Question 3

How does this qualification align with Scottish standards?

Accepted Answer

Our Emergency First Aid at Work course is delivered through a recognised training provider and meets the same standards used across the UK. It is fully recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 as enforced in Scotland, England, and Wales. Certificates are accepted by Scottish employers, the public sector, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, and Scottish regulators across all sectors.

Question 4

I am travelling from Paisley, is your venue easy to get to?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Paisley is well-connected to central Glasgow by frequent ScotRail services from Paisley Gilmour Street to Glasgow Central (around 10 minutes), and by the M8 motorway. For on-site bookings we can deliver the course directly at your Paisley premises, removing travel entirely. Public venues we use in central Scotland are typically within easy reach of Paisley by train, car (M8 J28/J29), or bus.

Question 5

How long is the first aid certificate valid for?

Accepted Answer

The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate is valid for three years from the date of issue. We strongly recommend that qualified first-aiders complete an annual half-day refresher in between to keep their skills sharp — the HSE advises this as good practice. Before your three-year expiry you'll need to complete a full requalification course to retain your status as a designated first-aider under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. We deliver this emergency first aid at work course in Glasgow regularly, with classroom dates near the IFSD and Broomielaw for employers across Scotland.

Question 6

How many people can you train in a group?

Accepted Answer

For on-site bookings at your Glasgow premises we train up to 12 delegates in a single session — this is the maximum recommended group size for EFAW to ensure every learner gets hands-on time with the mannequins and AED trainer. If you have more than 12 staff to qualify, we can run consecutive sessions over multiple days, or split the team across two or more dates to suit your shift patterns.

Question 7

What level is the EFAW qualification?

Accepted Answer

Emergency First Aid at Work is a course on the courses Framework, equivalent to recognised in Scotland. It is delivered by an training provider and is fully accepted by the HSE for workplace first-aid compliance. Our Glasgow schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby Scotland towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around Hillington and the M8 corridor.

Question 8

What's the difference between EFAW and FAW?

Accepted Answer

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a 1-day, 6-hour course covering essential life-saving skills — CPR, AED use, the recovery position, choking, bleeding, and shock — and is suitable for lower-hazard workplaces such as offices, shops, and most professional environments. First Aid at Work (FAW) is a 3-day course covering a much wider range of injuries and illnesses including fractures, head injuries, suspected spinal injuries, seizures, asthma, and anaphylaxis, and is recommended by the HSE for higher-hazard workplaces such as construction sites, factories, and warehouses. If your team is based around Pacific Quay employers or elsewhere in Glasgow, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

Question 9

Are Glasgow employers legally required to have first-aiders?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 apply across Great Britain — including Scotland — and require every employer to provide adequate first-aid equipment, facilities, and personnel so that employees can receive immediate attention if injured or taken ill at work. The exact number of trained first-aiders depends on the findings of your workplace first-aid needs assessment, considering your workforce size, the hazards present, and the layout of your Glasgow premises.

Question 10

How many first-aiders does my Glasgow workplace need?

Accepted Answer

There is no fixed legal ratio — the HSE requires employers to carry out a first-aid needs assessment to decide the right number. As a rough guide for lower-hazard workplaces, HSE guidance suggests at least one EFAW-trained first-aider for fewer than 25 staff, and at least one FAW-trained first-aider per 25–50 staff, with additional cover for higher-hazard environments, shift work, or multi-floor sites. Most Glasgow office employers we work with train 2–4 staff to provide robust cover for holidays and absence.

Question 11

Is there a written exam?

Accepted Answer

There is no formal written exam. Assessment is continuous throughout the day — your instructor observes practical skills (CPR, AED use, recovery position, choking response, bandaging) and uses short oral and written questions to confirm understanding of when and how to act. Almost all delegates who attend the full 6-hour day pass and receive their certificate. Our Glasgow schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby Scotland towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around Pacific Quay employers.

Question 12

Does the course cover CPR and defibrillator (AED) use?

Accepted Answer

Yes — adult CPR and the safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) are core, hands-on elements of every EFAW course. You'll practise chest compressions and rescue breaths on a mannequin and follow a real AED trainer through a simulated cardiac arrest, in line with current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines. Our Glasgow schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby Scotland towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around the IFSD and Broomielaw.

Question 13

Can the EFAW course be completed online?

Accepted Answer

No. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requires Emergency First Aid at Work to be delivered face-to-face so that delegates can demonstrate practical skills under direct supervision — CPR depth and rate, AED pad placement, the recovery position, and choking response cannot be assessed remotely. Beware of any provider offering a fully-online EFAW qualification: the certificate will not be accepted by HSE inspectors or most Glasgow employers. We deliver this emergency first aid at work course in Glasgow regularly, with classroom dates near Pacific Quay employers for employers across Scotland.

Question 14

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Comfortable, practical clothing you don't mind kneeling in — you'll be working on the floor with a mannequin for CPR and recovery-position practice. Flat shoes are sensible. No PPE or special equipment is required from delegates; we provide all the training kit, mannequins, AED trainers, and bandages. Learners from Hillington and the M8 corridor and the wider Glasgow area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

Question 15

Which training provider issues the certificate?

Accepted Answer

Our Emergency First Aid at Work certificates are issued through a recognised training provider, ensuring the qualification is accepted by the HSE, Scottish employers, public sector bodies, and insurers across the UK. Full training provider details are confirmed at the time of booking. If your team is based around the IFSD and Broomielaw or elsewhere in Glasgow, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

Question 16

How much does EFAW cost in Glasgow?

Accepted Answer

Public-seat pricing is shown on our course finder and varies by venue and date. On-site group bookings at your Glasgow premises are usually the most cost-effective option once you have 4 or more staff to qualify — get in touch with your headcount and postcode and we'll send a tailored quote, including any travel for the instructor where applicable.

Question 17

Can you deliver on-site at Hillington, Cambuslang, or Eurocentral?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we regularly deliver EFAW on-site at manufacturing, engineering, and logistics sites at Hillington Park, Cambuslang Investment Park, and Eurocentral. Our instructor brings all the training kit and the course can usually be run in any meeting room or training space with enough floor area for CPR practice. For higher-hazard environments we'll often recommend FAW (3-day) instead — happy to advise.

Question 18

How often do you run public courses near Glasgow?

Accepted Answer

Public EFAW seats at partner venues in central Scotland are typically available every 2–4 weeks. Demand from Glasgow employers is high so we recommend booking 2–3 weeks ahead where possible. If you have a tight deadline (insurance, audit, or a new contract start) get in touch and we'll try to fit you in or arrange a dedicated session.

Question 19

How do I book?

Accepted Answer

For public seats, use the course finder on this page to pick a date that suits and book online — you'll receive instant confirmation and joining instructions. For on-site group bookings at your Glasgow premises, request a quote with your headcount, postcode, and preferred dates and we'll come back to you within one working day with availability and pricing. If your team is based around Hillington and the M8 corridor or elsewhere in Glasgow, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

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