Who usually needs First Aid?
First Aid is commonly requested for specific construction roles or site activities. The exact requirement depends on the employer, site and task being carried out.
Card and training requirements
First Aid Requirements for UK Construction Work
First Aid at Work is often requested for supervisors, nominated first aiders and some higher responsibility site roles. Learn which roles commonly need First Aid, where to find related jobs and how to check your Site Passport readiness.
What this usually means on site
First Aid may be checked during job application, onboarding or site induction. Requirements can change by contractor, client, project risk and the exact work activity, so always confirm before travelling to site.
Roles that commonly mention First Aid
Next steps
Related guides, jobs and discussions
Jobs mentioning First AidSearch live construction jobs that mention First Aid or related site requirements.First Aid forum discussionsAsk workers and companies practical questions about First Aid on site.Working At Height Ticket GuideRead the related SubbHubb guide for this requirement or training route.Site Supervisor requirementsCheck common cards and site-readiness evidence for site supervisors.Site Supervisor jobsBrowse live and upcoming site supervisor work on SubbHubb.Site Manager requirementsCheck common cards and site-readiness evidence for site managers.Site Manager jobsBrowse live and upcoming site manager work on SubbHubb.Use the requirements checkerCheck which cards or training may apply to your role and site activity.Create a free Site PassportTrack cards, expiry dates and job readiness in one worker profile.
FAQ
Common questions
Can I apply for jobs while waiting for First Aid?
Some jobs treat cards or training as preferred, while others make them mandatory. Check the job advert before applying and keep your Site Passport up to date.
Where can I check whether First Aid applies to my role?
Use the SubbHubb requirements checker to compare your role and work activities against common site-readiness requirements.