Question 1

Which areas around Nottingham do you cover for on-site group training?

Accepted Answer

We cover the whole of Nottingham and wider Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire, including the City Centre and Creative Quarter, Beeston, West Bridgford, Hucknall, Bulwell, Arnold, Carlton, Long Eaton, Ilkeston, Newark and Mansfield, plus business sites along the M1 (Junctions 24–27) and around East Midlands Airport. Our instructors are local so travel is included in the standard group rate.

Question 2

Is the Nottingham training venue accessible by public transport?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The British Red Cross Centre on Colliers Way (NG8 6AT) is around a 7-minute walk from the Phoenix Park Interchange tram stop (NET line 1), with frequent trams direct from the City Centre, Old Market Square and Hucknall. Cinderhill Island bus stop is 9 minutes away. By car it is 4 minutes from M1 Junction 26.

Question 3

Is there parking at the Nottingham EFAW venue?

Accepted Answer

Yes — nearby parking is available, including YourParkingSpace bays about 8 minutes' walk away. The full parking and access details are sent in your joining instructions a few days before the course. Phoenix Park has a large Park & Ride if you prefer to use the tram for the last leg.

Question 4

We are a tech company in the Creative Quarter — is EFAW the right course for us?

Accepted Answer

Yes. EFAW is designed for exactly this kind of lower-risk office and studio environment. It gives your designated first aiders the practical skills to manage common workplace incidents (CPR, choking, bleeding, unresponsive casualty) and helps you meet your HSE first-aid duties. For higher-risk Nottingham employers (manufacturing, warehousing along the M1, construction) we would normally recommend the 3-day First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification instead.

Question 5

How often are public EFAW courses scheduled in Nottingham?

Accepted Answer

We run public open courses at our Cinderhill venue regularly throughout the year. Live dates and remaining seats are shown above on this page — if you cannot see a date that suits you, contact us and we can usually add one or arrange an on-site course for your team.

Question 6

What qualification do I receive after the Nottingham course?

Accepted Answer

On successful completion you receive a Emergency First Aid at Work course, and aligned with HSE guidance. A digital certificate is issued on the day and the printed certificate follows by post within five working days. The qualification is valid for 3 years.

Question 7

What level is the EFAW qualification?

Accepted Answer

Emergency First Aid at Work is a course on the courses Framework,. It is the standard workplace first-aid qualification recommended by the HSE for lower-risk environments. Most of our emergency first aid at work learners in Nottingham come from teams around the Creative Quarter and Lace Market — book here and we'll run the session at a venue close by.

Question 8

What is the difference between EFAW and First Aid at Work (FAW)?

Accepted Answer

EFAW is a 1-day (6-hour) course for lower-risk workplaces such as offices, retail and hospitality. First Aid at Work (FAW) is a 3-day (18-hour) course covering a wider range of injuries and medical conditions, designed for higher-risk workplaces such as construction, manufacturing, warehousing and engineering. Your HSE first-aid needs assessment determines which one your workplace needs. Most of our emergency first aid at work learners in Nottingham come from teams around Boots Enterprise Zone at Beeston — book here and we'll run the session at a venue close by.

Question 9

How many first aiders does my Nottingham workplace legally need?

Accepted Answer

There is no fixed number in law. Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, every employer must carry out a first-aid needs assessment. The HSE gives indicative guidance: low-risk workplaces typically need at least 1 EFAW-trained first aider per 25 staff; higher-risk workplaces (typical of Colwick or East Midlands Gateway logistics) need more, and usually FAW-trained.

Question 10

Is first-aid training a legal requirement for employers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 require every employer to provide adequate and appropriate first-aid equipment, facilities, and trained personnel so employees can be given immediate help if they are injured or taken ill at work. The level of training required depends on your needs assessment. Our Nottingham schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby East Midlands towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around the NG2 business park.

Question 11

Is there a written exam on the EFAW course?

Accepted Answer

There is no formal written exam. Learners are assessed continuously throughout the day by the instructor through practical demonstrations (CPR, recovery position, bandaging) and short verbal question-and-answer checks. Almost everyone who attends and engages with the day passes first time. Learners from Boots Enterprise Zone at Beeston and the wider Nottingham area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

Question 12

Does the course include CPR and AED training?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Adult CPR and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are core practical components of the EFAW syllabus. You will practise CPR on manikins and use an AED trainer device under the instructor's supervision. If your team is based around the Creative Quarter and Lace Market or elsewhere in Nottingham, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

Question 13

Can I do the Nottingham EFAW course fully online?

Accepted Answer

No. The HSE does not accept a fully online EFAW course as meeting workplace first-aid requirements. Practical skills such as CPR, AED use and recovery position must be assessed in person. We sometimes offer blended courses (online theory + in-person practical), but the classroom day at the Cinderhill venue is essential.

Question 14

Is there a dress code for the course?

Accepted Answer

No formal dress code, but please wear comfortable clothes you can kneel and move in — there is a lot of floor work (CPR, recovery position). Avoid tight skirts or restrictive clothing. We provide hand sanitiser and individual face shields for CPR practice. Learners from Boots Enterprise Zone at Beeston and the wider Nottingham area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

Question 15

Which training provider accredits the qualification?

Accepted Answer

Our EFAW course is delivered as a recognised course accredited by a recognised training provider, in line with HSE guidance for workplace first-aid training providers. Your certificate carries the training provider's logo and a unique learner number. Public Nottingham dates near Boots Enterprise Zone at Beeston fill quickly — book early or request an in-house session for your East Midlands team.

Question 16

How much does the EFAW course cost in Nottingham?

Accepted Answer

Public open-course seat prices are shown live on this page. On-site closed group courses (up to 12 learners) are quoted per group and usually work out significantly cheaper per head than booking individual seats. Contact us with your group size and date for a quick written quote.

Question 17

Can you deliver on-site at NG2 Business Park, Colwick or the M1 corridor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We regularly deliver on-site EFAW training across the Nottingham employment hubs — NG2 Business Park, Nottingham Science Park (NG7), the Creative Quarter, Colwick Industrial Estate, Castle Marina, Beeston Business Park, and right along the M1 corridor between Junctions 24 and 27 (including East Midlands Gateway and East Midlands Airport).

Question 18

How do I book a Nottingham EFAW course?

Accepted Answer

For public seats: choose a date above and book online — confirmation is instant. For an on-site closed group at your workplace anywhere in Nottinghamshire or the wider East Midlands: contact us with your group size, preferred dates and address and we will send a written quote, usually within one working day.

Question 19

Is the Nottingham EFAW course HSE-recognised and accepted nationally?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The qualification is at and meets HSE due-diligence guidance for selecting a workplace first-aid training provider. Your certificate is accepted by employers across the UK — not just in the East Midlands.

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