White Cross Training

26/01/2026

🚨 First Aid at Work Level 3 (RQF) – FAW
📆 23rd–25th February
📍 The Duke of Cornwall Hotel, Plymouth

Want the confidence and skills to respond effectively to a wide range of workplace injuries and illnesses? This accredited 3 day First Aid at Work course delivers comprehensive training that meets HSE regulations and equips you to act when it matters most.

✔️ Practical first aid skills
✔️ CPR & casualty management
✔️ Recognising and treating injuries
✔️ Certificate valid for 3 years

👉 Book here:
https://www.whitecrosstraining.co.uk/event/first-aid-at-work-level-3-rqf-faw-12/

First Aid at Work Level 3 (RQF) (FAW) is suitable for businesses that require a fully trained first aider for their workplace.

24/01/2026

Someone collapses in front of you.
They’re NOT breathing.

Do you:
A - Check for danger
B - Call 999
C - Start CPR
D - Ask someone to get a defibrillator

👉 The correct answer is all of the above — in the right order.

Most people think they’d know what to do… until it actually happens.

That’s why proper first aid training matters — confidence saves lives.

💬 Comment what you’d do first
🔁 Save this for later
📍 Courses running across the South West

16/01/2026

🧠⏳ Skills Fade, Even Life Saving Ones

First aid is one of those things we all hope we’ll never need… but if we do, we need it to be there instantly, especially under pressure.

The problem? Research shows practical emergency skills can fade faster than people expect:

📉 CPR/first aid performance drops within months. Several studies report CPR knowledge and skills deteriorate within 3–6 months after training without practice.

📉 Longer gaps = bigger drop. In a study of medical students, after 1 year, only 2% passed both first aid and BLS practical stations and 68% failed both.

That’s not because people “don’t care” it’s because skills fade when we don’t use them, especially hands on skills.

✅ That’s why refreshers matter
Short, regular refreshers help keep key actions automatic so if something happens, you’re not trying to “remember”… you’re ready.

If your certificate is due soon (or it’s been a while), a refresher isn’t just a tick box activity it’s confidence when it counts. 💙

12/01/2026

🚑 Emergency First Aid at Work (Level 3 RQF) 🚑

Be ready to act when it matters most.

Our Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a 1-day, regulated qualification designed to give you the confidence and practical skills to respond effectively in a workplace emergency.

✔ Meets HSE requirements
✔ Ideal for workplaces, sole traders, and individuals
✔ Practical, hands-on training
✔ Nationally recognised qualification

Whether you’re a designated workplace first aider or want skills that could save a life, this course gives you the knowledge and confidence to step in when it counts.

🔗 Book your place here:
https://www.whitecrosstraining.co.uk/event/emergency-first-aid-at-work-level-3-rqf-efaw-60/

HealthAndSafety

05/01/2026

💛 Checking In Still Matters 💛

The decorations might be coming down, but not everyone feels ready to “get back to normal”.

January can feel heavy — the routines return, the excitement fades, and some people are still carrying more than they show.

✨ Check in on each other
✨ Ask how someone’s really doing
✨ Be patient, be kind, be present

Looking out for each other doesn’t stop when Christmas ends.

If you’re finding things tough, you’re not alone. And if someone around you is struggling, your kindness could mean more than you realise.

31/12/2025

2025 in Review 🚑

As we look back on the year, we’re incredibly proud of what’s been achieved — and grateful to everyone who made it possible.

📊 1,507 people trained
From Basic Life Support and Emergency first aid at work to First Responder on Scene and bespoke courses with everything inbetween

🐾👶 Almost the same number of people trained to care for pets as children — which says a lot about how seriously we take looking after every member of the family.

🎪 Medical cover provided for 57 events
From sports fixtures and community events to festivals and celebrations, we were proud to help keep people safe throughout the year.

None of this would be possible without the individuals who trained with us, the organisations and companies we worked alongside, and everyone who trusted us with their safety.

💙 Thank you to everyone involved.
And as we look ahead — 2026 is shaping up to be our biggest and best year yet.

LookingAhead 2026

26/12/2025

Fireworks are exciting to watch — but they can cause serious injuries if something goes wrong. A little preparation and awareness can make all the difference.

✨ Stay safe this fireworks season:
• Keep a safe distance from fireworks at all times
• Never return to a firework that hasn’t gone off
• Keep water or a bucket nearby, just in case
• Supervise children closely — fireworks are not toys
• Avoid alcohol when handling or lighting fireworks

🚑 If a burn does happen:
Cool the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes and seek medical help if needed.

Let’s enjoy the celebrations safely and look out for each other 🎇

25/12/2025

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings ✨🎄

Today is a time of light, warmth, and togetherness — however you choose to spend it and whatever you celebrate.

Whether you’re enjoying Christmas, another festival, or simply taking a well-earned pause, we wish you a day filled with kindness, comfort, and peace.

Thank you for being part of our community this year.
Take care of yourselves and each other, and enjoy the festive season 💛

23/12/2025

🚑 Emergency First Aid at Work – 1 Day Course 🚑

Be ready to act when it matters most.

Join us for our Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course — a 1-day accredited course designed to give you the confidence and practical skills to respond effectively in an emergency.

📅 Date: 10th February
⏱ Duration: 1 day
📍 Location:
Sherford Community Hub
Hercules Rd
Plymouth
Devon
PL9 8FA
United Kingdom

✔ Meets HSE requirements
✔ Ideal for workplaces & individuals
✔ Hands-on, confidence-building training

A single day can give you skills that last a lifetime.

📩 Message us or book now to secure your place

Devon LifeSavingSkills

20/12/2025

🎄 Christmas Isn’t Easy for Everyone 🎄

As we get closer to Christmas, it’s important to remember that not everyone is feeling festive.

For some, this time of year can feel overwhelming, lonely, or heavy — even when everything looks joyful on the outside.

💛 Check in on each other
💛 Ask “Are you really okay?”
💛 Listen without trying to fix
💛 Be kind — you never know what someone is carrying

Looking out for each other is one of the most powerful things we can do this Christmas.

If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. And if someone you know is struggling, your kindness could make more difference than you realise.

🎄 This Christmas, let’s make care and compassion part of the celebration.

15/12/2025

🎉 New Year, New Skill 🎉

Start the year by learning a skill that could save a life.

Join us for our Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course — a 1-day, accredited course designed to give you the confidence and practical skills to act in an emergency.

📅 Date: 27th January
⏱ Duration: 1 day
📍 Location:
Sherford Community Hub
Hercules Rd
Plymouth
Devon
PL9 8FA
United Kingdom

✔ Ideal for workplaces
✔ Meets HSE requirements
✔ Practical, confidence-building training

Make 2025 the year you feel prepared, confident, and capable when it matters most.

📩 Message us or book now to secure your place

12/12/2025

Christmas kitchens are full of joy… and hidden burn risks!

From hot gravy and ovens to candles and fairy lights, burns are one of the most common festive injuries.

🎄 If a burn happens, remember:
✅ Cool the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes
❌ Don’t use butter, oils, or creams
❌ Don’t pop blisters
✅ Remove tight items like rings or watches if possible

🚑 Get medical help if the burn is large, deep, blistered, or on the face, hands, feet, or ge****ls.

A little first aid knowledge can keep Christmas celebrations safe for everyone ❤️

Want to feel confident handling emergencies? Get trained in first aid.