First aid and mental health advice

Rachel Hawkins · 14 October 2026 · 2 min read

Work-related stress: what are employers expected to do?

Employers have a duty to protect staff from work-related stress. Here is what the HSE expects, the six areas of its Management Standards, and where training fits in.

Rachel Hawkins · 14 October 2026 · 2 min read

Appointed person or first aider: what is the difference?

An appointed person and a first aider are not the same thing. Here is what each does, and how your first aid needs assessment decides which you need.

Rachel Hawkins · 14 October 2026 · 2 min read

How to choose a first aid training provider

HSE no longer approves first aid training providers, so choosing one is down to you. Here is what the law says and the questions worth asking before you book.

Rachel Hawkins · 14 October 2026 · 2 min read

How long does a first aid certificate last?

First aid at work certificates are valid for three years. Here is what that means for refresher training, requalification and keeping your workplace covered.

Rachel Hawkins · 13 October 2026 · 3 min read

How many first aiders does your workplace need?

There is no single magic number. A simple guide to working out how many first aiders your workplace needs, starting with a first aid needs assessment.

Graham Hepburn · 13 October 2026 · 2 min read

Why every workplace needs both first aid and mental health training

Physical injuries and mental ill health both affect your people and your business. Here is why training for both makes your workplace safer and more supportive.

Rachel Hawkins · 13 October 2026 · 2 min read

EFAW or FAW: which first aid course does your workplace need?

A plain-English guide to choosing between Emergency First Aid at Work and First Aid at Work, starting with a first aid needs assessment.