QA Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid +F (RQF)

This regulated and nationally recognised qualification has been designed to provide Learners with the knowledge and skills needed to deal with emergency first aid situations in a forestry/agricultural context.

Intended Audience

The QA Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid +F (RQF) qualification is ideal for those who work or intend to work in forestry, agricultural or remote environment, such as tree surgeons and farmers.

Course Overview

This short, yet informative course provides Learners with the knowledge and practical competencies needed for the treatment of injuries and diseases that could occur whilst working in a forestry/agricultural specific environment. Topics covered are extremely hot and cold temperatures, managing catastrophic bleeding, crush injuries and Lyme disease.

This qualification is designed to accompany a regulated First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work qualification and has been specifically developed to meet the recommendations of the Forestry Commission First Aid at Work Policy.

Assessment Methods

1 x Practical assessment, 1 x Theory assessment and continuous formative assessments conducted throughout the course.