The first aid needs of a business can vary depending on your specific workplace circumstances, the nature of your work, and your location/environment will determine how many trained first aiders you need. On site first aid training courses allow you to train a number of staff members at the same time.
So, what do we mean by on site first aid training?
Put simply, this is first aid training that takes place at your workplace rather than in a public location or online. Our trainers deliver HSE-compliant courses designed for your company’s specific environment and risks.
How is this different from our public first aid courses?
On site first aid training brings qualified instructors to your location (anywhere in the UK) to deliver courses to your employees, taking away the need to send your team to a different location.
The key difference between on site and public courses centres on customisation. Our public first aid and health and safety courses use standardised content, but on site training can be customised to your specific workplace hazards and scenarios, allows flexibility with schedules/timescales, and can fit around your business operations to accommodating shift workers.
Who is on site first aid training most suitable for?
Employers must plan for first aid provision at work, regardless of company size and we have found that on site training can be worth it for:
- Organisations with 4+ employees who all need first aid training
- Businesses with a desire to minimise workplace disruption
- Workplaces with specific hazards that require bespoke first aid or health and safety training
Where do we deliver in-house first aid training?
There are a lot of industry sectors who need bespoke first aid training or need to train several people at once, these commonly include:
- Nurseries, schools, colleges, and universities
- Construction and manufacturing companies
- Healthcare facilities
- Office environments
- Hospitality and retail
- Remote or outdoor workplaces
Some workplaces need more than First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work training so the decision to hold on site first aid training should account for workplace hazards, employee numbers, and operational requirements.
Benefits of On Site First Aid Training for UK Workplaces
On site first aid training provides specific advantages for workplace safety and compliance. UK companies select this approach for practical reasons that directly impact their operations.
- Training multiple staff at once – A group approach creates a supportive learning environment.
- Customised to your work environment – on site training courses can be tailored precisely to your environment, addressing particular hazards and emergency scenarios.
- Cost-effectiveness for teams – Training is delivered at a day rate as opposed to a ‘per person’ basis and eliminates staff expenses.
- Convenience and reduced downtime – On site training reduces disruption.
How many first aiders do you need?
First aider numbers depend on your workplace’s risk level and size. For a low-risk environment like offices, the recommends the following:
- Fewer than 25 employees: At least one appointed person
- 25-50 employees: Minimum one Emergency First Aid at Work) trained first aider
- More than 50 employees: One First Aid at Work trained first aider per 100 people
Higher-risk workplaces like construction or manufacturing require one First Aid at Work trained first aider per 50 people.
Refresher training and certification validity
First aid certificates are valid for three years and first aiders need to complete the first aid requalification course.
The HSE also recommends annual refresher training to combat skills fade, as studies show first aid skills can deteriorate after just six months. First aid annual skills training keeps your team capable and competent throughout their certification period.
If you want to find out more about how on site first aid training can be tailored to meet your specific workplace requirements while maximising both safety compliance and operational efficiency, get in touch today, our team are on hand and available to handle and questions.
