COURSE DETAILS

Training Course Type

  • On-site training and assessment

Novice Training Course Duration

1 Day

Novice Candidate Numbers

12

Card Options

  • 3-year LANTRA Awards traditional card & certificate

Minimum Age

16

Instructor

Tuppco Instructors

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  • What is Emergency First Aid at Work +F?

    Emergency First Aid at Work +F qualification is designed for individuals who wish to act as an emergency first aider in their workplace and ideal for those who work or intend to work in an outdoor, forestry, agricultural or remote environment. Upon successful completion of this qualification, candidates will be equipped with the essential skills needed to give safe, prompt and

    effective first aid in emergency situations including injuries and diseases that could occur in outdoor environments, such as Lyme disease and catastrophic bleeding.

  • What does the Tuppco training course include?
    • The roles and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
    • Assessing an incident
    • Managing an unresponsive casualty
    • CPR and defibrillation
    • Recovery Position
    • Choking
    • Seizures
    • Shock
    • Wounds and bleeding
    • Minor injuries

    • Cuts, grazes and bruises

    • Minor burns and scalds

    • Extreme cold
    • Extreme heat
    • Treatment of Adder snake bites
    • Catastrophic bleeding, including:

    • Direct pressure

    • Tourniquets

    • Haemostatic agents

    • Crush injuries
    • Lyme disease
  • Venue and Equipment Requirements:
    • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
    • Suitable welfare facilities
    • Suitable area for practical demonstrations

    Risk assessment completed

  • Theory Assessment:
    • Theory assessment/multiple choice question papers – there is 1 paper for each Learner and Learners should answer all the questions under ‘examination’ conditions.
    • Guidelines: 
      • The maximum time allowed is 25 minutes. 
      • The minimum mark is 11 out of 15 in order to be considered for an overall ‘Pass’.
    • +F element: Theory assessment/multiple choice question papers – there is 1 paper for each Learner and Learners should answer all the questions under ‘examination’ conditions.
    • Guidelines: 
      • The maximum time allowed is 15 minutes. 
      • The minimum mark is 7 out of 10 to be considered for an overall ‘Pass’.
  • Practical Assessment Criteria
    • Practical assessments – observed by the Trainer throughout the course, with the results of each learning outcome recorded on the practical assessment paperwork. 
    • There are 4 mandatory and 1 optional practical assessment for this qualification:
      • CPR and safe use of an AED
      • Choking casualty
      • Unconscious casualty
      • Wounds, bleeding and shock
      • Forestry first aid (+F) (incorporating Catastrophic bleeding and Adder snake bites)
  • Where Does Tuppco Deliver Onsite Courses?

    Tuppco proudly delivers on-site training courses across a wide region of the South and Central UK. From Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire to Reading, Oxford, and Swindon, our team provides expert, accredited instruction at your workplace using your own equipment. We specialise in NPORS plant training, Lantra land-based and machinery courses, and Qualsafe first aid and health & safety training. Businesses across Berkshire, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham, and Northamptonshire rely on Tuppco for flexible, professional training solutions that minimise downtime and maximise compliance.

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Objective Of The Course

The aim of the Lantra Emergency First Aid at Work +F (AID13) course is to equip learners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies in forestry and remote outdoor environments.

Key Course Objectives:
  • Understand the role of the first aider and legal responsibilities
  • Learn how to assess emergency situations and provide safe, effective responses
  • Perform CPR and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
  • Treat choking, shock, seizures, burns, bleeding, and unconscious casualties
  • Apply forestry-specific +F skills, including:
    • Managing catastrophic bleeding
    • Treating crush injuries
    • Handling hypothermia and environmental exposure
    • Identifying Lyme disease risks
    • Working safely in remote areas
  • Improve confidence in delivering first aid under pressure
  • Understand how to manage workplace emergencies and record incidents

By the end of the course, learners will be competent to deliver emergency first aid in both workplace and demanding outdoor forestry environments.

What Will Be Awarded?

Upon successful completion of the Lantra Emergency First Aid at Work +F (AID13) course with TUPPCO Training, learners will receive a nationally recognised Lantra Awards certificate. This qualification confirms that participants are trained in emergency first aid with additional +F forestry-specific competencies, making it ideal for those working in high-risk outdoor and remote environments.

Your Award Will Include:
  • Official Lantra Awards AID13 Certificate
  • Recognised Emergency First Aid at Work qualification with +F forestry enhancements
  • Skills in responding to life-threatening and trauma-related injuries
  • Forestry-specific training in catastrophic bleeding, crush injuries, hypothermia, Lyme disease, and environmental trauma
  • A respected industry qualification for forestry, arboricultural, agricultural, and outdoor professionals
Who the Award Is For:

Ideal for forestry workers, arborists, land management teams, agricultural workers, countryside rangers, estates, and contractors operating in remote or high-risk outdoor environments.

How Long The Course Can Take?

The Lantra Emergency First Aid at Work +F (AID13) course typically takes 1 full day to complete.

Course Duration Overview:
  • Total training time: 1 day
  • Includes: emergency first aid, +F forestry elements, practical scenarios, and assessment
  • Delivered by qualified TUPPCO Training first aid instructors
  • Flexible on-site delivery available anywhere in the UK, including remote and woodland locations
Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training provides the AID13 course directly at your site, whether that’s a woodland, estate, farm, workshop, depot, or commercial premises. Training your team in their actual operational environment ensures realistic, relevant, and practical learning.

Why On-Site Training Is So Effective:
  1. Tailored to your work environment, hazards, and operational risks
  2. Reduces downtime and travel for staff
  3. Realistic, scenario-based learning in forestry, agricultural, or outdoor settings
  4. Strengthens emergency response capability for remote work locations
  5. Delivered by highly experienced TUPPCO Training first aid instructors
Suitable For:
  • Forestry and woodland teams
  • Arborists and tree surgery companies
  • Estate workers and gamekeepers
  • Farmers, contractors, and countryside staff

TUPPCO Training delivers nationwide, including the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, and all surrounding UK regions.

FAQs

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  • Do I Receive A Certificate & Skills Card?

    Yes! Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll receive an official certificate and skills card accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe recognising your achievement and qualification.

  • What Areas Do We Cover?

    Tuppco delivers NPORS, LANTRA and Qualsafe on-site training across a variety of locations to meet the needs of businesses in the Southwest, Midlands and Southeast areas of the UK. The areas include Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Sussex, Kent.

  • Where Do We Deliver Training?

    Tuppco delivers professional training across a wide range of industries, including construction, land-based, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, engineering, and office-based businesses. Training can be provided at various venues to suit client needs, including on-site at company premises. This flexible approach allows Tuppco to tailor training delivery to different working environments and operational requirements.

  • Who Delivers Your Training?

    Our training is delivered by Bertie Tupper and a team of fully qualified instructors who are accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe. Each trainer brings real industry experience and a passion for helping learners build practical skills and confidence.

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