Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW-F) – Forestry Level 3 VTQ

  • Ensure workplace safety and compliance with the Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 (EFAW-F) – Forestry Edition—a fully HSE-recognised qualification designed for forestry and outdoor industries. This certification meets the latest First Aid at Work (1981) regulations, equipping participants with essential emergency response skills while addressing forestry-specific risks.

  • ✔ Meets HSE & ERC Guidelines – Includes tourniquets & haemostatic dressings for major trauma care.
    ✔ Forestry-Specific Training – Covers chainsaw injuries, crush injuries, hypothermia, and Lyme disease.
    ✔ Blended Learning Option – 2 hours online + 5 hours classroom for flexible learning. 📞 Contact us for details.
    ✔ Certification Valid for 3 Years – Renewal available via 7-hour EFAW-F course.
    ✔ Recognised Across the UK & Internationally – Minimum age requirement: 14 years.
    ✔ Annual Refresher Recommended – Meets Forestry Commission & HSE standards for ongoing development.

  • This qualification is ideal for those working in forestry and outdoor environments, including:

    🔹 Forestry Workers
    🔹 Hauliers
    🔹 Felling Specialists
    🔹 Farmers & Agricultural Contractors

  • Gain specialist emergency first aid skills tailored to forestry and outdoor professions, ensuring immediate response readiness in hazardous environments.

    ✔ First Aider Role & Responsibilities – Infection control, legal considerations, and obtaining consent.
    ✔ Incident Assessment – Scene surveys, casualty evaluations, and emergency response protocols.
    ✔ Unresponsive Casualty Care – CPR, AED usage, and recovery positioning.
    ✔ Choking Response – Assessment and relief techniques for mild & severe choking incidents.
    ✔ Managing Bleeding & Shock – Wound severity evaluation and effective control measures.
    ✔ Treating Minor Injuries – First aid techniques for cuts, grazes, burns, and scalds.

  • Your EFAW-F Level 3 (VTQ) qualification is earned through a structured assessment process, ensuring participants develop confidence and competence in emergency response.

    ✅ Practical Skills Assessment – Continuous evaluation of hands-on first aid techniques to ensure real-world readiness.
    ✅ Online Multiple-Choice Assessment – A structured digital evaluation to validate theoretical knowledge.
    ✅ Official Certification – Upon successful completion, participants will receive the Emergency First Aid at Work – Forestry certificate, valid for three years, fully certified by ProTrainings and AudaxTraining.

  • ✔ Certification renewal requires completion of another 7-hour EFAW-F course.
    ✔ The HSE strongly recommends an annual refresher course to maintain competency.

  • ✔ Recognised in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and internationally.
    ✔ Learners may opt for a regulated qualification.
    ✔ Minimum classroom course age requirement: 14 years.
    ✔ Meets Continuous Professional Development (CPD) standards, with official certification and Evidence-Based Learning statements.

  • 💳 Individual: £95 per person
    💳 Group Booking Rates:
    👥 1–6 people: £550
    👥 7–12 people: £1000

  • 🎓 Official certification upon completion
    📖 Online training manuals for reference