Keeping your employee’s first aid certification up to date is essential for ensuring the relevant staff have the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively in an emergency. First aid certificates are valid for three years and after this period, companies are required to refresher the certification through employees attending the relevant First at Work to maintain the qualification. This ensures that your company stays current with the latest first aid practices, protocols, and techniques, as standards and procedures are periodically updated, reflecting the latest safety regulations.

Under regulations such as the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, employers must ensure that an adequate number of employees are trained first aiders. valid. These regulations are designed to protect employees and visitors by ensuring that immediate assistance is available in the event of an injury or illness.

Regularly updating first aid training also helps individuals and organisations stay compliant with industry-specific standards. For example, sectors such as construction, childcare, and healthcare often have stricter or more specialised requirements, including CPR and AED (automated external defibrillator) training. By keeping certifications current, individuals demonstrate professional competence, enhance workplace safety, and contribute to a culture of preparedness and responsibility.

Milne Safety delivers regular 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work and 3 day First Aid at Work, at our training centre in Wymondham, equipping delegates with essential skills and knowledge, enabling your organisation to have qualified Emergency First Aiders capable of delivering prompt, safe, and effective treatment to potential casualties.