If you employ staff in Romford, Havering, or across Essex, you are legally required to provide adequate First Aid at Work provision under UK Health & Safety (HSE) regulations. At Bespoke Scuba Diving, we deliver HSE-compliant First Aid at Work courses in Essex, helping employers meet their legal duties confidently and cost-effectively.

This page explains your legal responsibilities, what training is required, and how to stay compliant.

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What Are the Legal First Aid Requirements for Employers in Essex?

Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, all UK employers — including those in Romford, Hornchurch, Upminster, Dagenham and wider Essex — must:

• Provide appropriate first aid equipment

• Ensure adequate first aid facilities

• Appoint a suitably trained first aider

• Assess workplace risks to determine training needs

Failure to comply can result in HSE enforcement action, fines, and increased liability in the event of a workplace incident.

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Who Needs HSE First Aid at Work Training?

You will typically need HSE First Aid at Work (FAW) training if you:

• Employ 5 or more staff

• Operate in higher-risk environments (construction, manufacturing, warehouses, engineering, marine, outdoor work)

• Have employees working alone or off-site

• Are responsible for public safety or customer-facing premises

Lower-risk workplaces (offices, shops, salons) may only require Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) — a risk assessment will confirm this.

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HSE First Aid at Work vs Emergency First Aid at Work

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

✔️ 1-day course
✔️ Suitable for low-risk workplaces
✔️ Covers life-saving skills only

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First Aid at Work (FAW)

✔️ 3-day HSE-approved course
✔️ Required for higher-risk workplaces
✔️ Covers full workplace first aid responsibilities

If you’re unsure which course your business in Romford or Essex requires, we can advise.

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What Does HSE First Aid at Work Training Cover?

Our HSE-approved First Aid at Work course in Essex includes:

• Employer legal responsibilities

• Assessing casualties

• CPR and AED use

• Choking procedures

• Severe bleeding and shock

• Burns and scalds

• Fractures and spinal injuries

• Medical emergencies (heart attack, stroke, seizures)

• Workplace incident management and reporting

Training is practical, engaging, and delivered by experienced instructors.

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Local First Aid Training in Romford & Essex

We provide First Aid at Work training near Romford, serving:

• Romford

• Hornchurch

• Upminster

• Dagenham

• Barking

• Brentwood

• Basildon

• Greater Essex

• Kent

Courses can be delivered:

• At our training venue

• On-site at your workplace

• For individuals or group bookings​

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How Many First Aiders Does My Business Need?

HSE guidance suggests:

• Low-risk workplaces:

  • 1 first aider for every 50 employees

• Higher-risk workplaces:

  • 1 first aider for every 25 employees

A formal First Aid Needs Assessment determines exact requirements.

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Why Choose Bespoke Scuba Diving for First Aid Training?

• ✔️ HSE-compliant training

• ✔️ Local Essex instructors

• ✔️ Flexible course dates

• ✔️ Workplace & on-site training available

• ✔️ Ideal for employers, trades, clubs & organisations

We work with businesses across Romford and Essex to keep teams compliant, confident, and safe.

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Book HSE First Aid at Work in Essex

If you’re an employer in Romford or the surrounding Essex area, ensure you meet your legal first aid obligations today.

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