What This Book Is About

The Emergency First Aid Made Easy Book is a clear and practical reference guide designed to support shorter first aid courses, including the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification. It covers all required learning outcomes while also addressing additional critical first aid scenarios, making it a reliable resource for use during training and as a quick-reference guide in real emergency situations.

Who Wrote It & Who It’s For

This book is written by Nigel Barraclough, founder of Qualsafe, an experienced paramedic, and one of the UK’s leading first aid authors. It is designed for learners, trainers, and training providers delivering Emergency First Aid at Work and similar courses. The content is trusted by over 2,500 training providers, including NHS Ambulance Service teams, and is suitable for workplace, education, and community-based first aid training.

What This Book Covers

• Primary survey
• CPR and resuscitation
• AED usage
• Recovery position
• Choking
• Bleeding and shock
• Tourniquets and wound packing
• Heart attack and stroke
• Asthma, anaphylaxis, and seizures
• Burns, broken bones, and spinal injuries
• Unconsciousness and minor injuries
• Eye injuries and penetrating injuries
• Diabetes and other medical emergencies

The book uses real-life images and clear diagrams to simplify learning and support knowledge retention.

Book Specifications

• Edition: 13 (2025 updates)  
• Format: A5