Nuco Training

Annual Refresher

FAA AWARD LEVEL 3 (RQF)

Although not mandatory, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) strongly recommends that qualified First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders complete Annual Refresher training to keep their First Aid skills current, effective and up to date. With the protocol changes of 2025 now being implemented in 2026, is it time your team had their refresher?

This in-person 3-hour refresher course has been designed to help qualified first aiders maintain confidence in their practical skills while also keeping updated with any changes to first aid protocols and best practice guidance.

The course is suitable for both First Aid at Work (FAW) and Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualified learners wishing to refresh and reinforce their knowledge between requalification periods.

What the course covers

Responsibilities of a First Aider
Communication Skills
Primary Survey
Secondary Assessment
Top-to-Toe Survey
Resuscitation (CPR)
Chain of Survival
Wounds and Bleeding
Bandaging
Hygiene
Action for Vomit
Refreshing practical first aid skills

Who can attend

Qualified First Aiders
Emergency First Aiders
Workplace first aid personnel

Assessment

Although there is no formal assessment, learners will be assessed throughout the course by the trainer during both practical and theory activities. Learners demonstrating the required level of understanding and competence will receive a certificate of achievement.

Certificates

Successful learners will receive a non-regulated Annual First Aid Refresher certificate of achievement.

This course is designed to support learners in maintaining their confidence and competence between formal requalification periods.

Numbers

It is recommended that no more than 16 learners attend each course for safety.

What's Included

High quality refresher training delivered by an experienced trainer using high quality resources.
Practical hands-on activities to refresh confidence and competence.
Certificate of achievement upon successful completion.
If the course is running at one of our venues, refreshments and free on-site parking may also be available.

Other

As this course includes practical CPR activities and floor-based practice, learners are advised to wear comfortable clothing suitable for practical activities.