Getty Rail & Construction 

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Highfield-Accredited, Ofqual-Regulated Courses That Meet Legal Standards

Emergency First Aid at Work Courses

Why Our First Aid Training Stands Above the Rest. At Getty Rail & Construction, our Emergency First Aid at Work and First Aid at Work courses are not just informative—they’re formally accredited by Highfield Qualifications and regulated by Ofqual, the UK’s official qualifications regulator. This means our training meets the highest standards of quality, consistency, and legal compliance.

Highfield Accredited

What Does “Accredited by Highfield” Mean? Highfield Qualifications is one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations, recognised for its rigorous standards and industry relevance. When a course is accredited by Highfield: • It follows a nationally approved curriculum. • It is delivered by qualified instructors who meet strict criteria. • It includes formal assessments to verify competence. • It results in a recognised qualification that employers and regulators trust.

Getty Rail & Construction Courses

Course Options We Offer Here are some of the Highfield-accredited, Ofqual-regulated courses we deliver: • Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) Ideal for low-risk environments and small teams. Covers CPR, bleeding, shock, and more. • Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) Comprehensive training for higher-risk workplaces. Includes illness assessment, injury management, and extended care. • Basic Life Support & AED Training Focused modules for cardiac emergencies, including defibrillator use. Each course includes formal assessment, certification, and ongoing support to ensure your team stays confident and compliant.

Highfield Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF)

£250.00
  • Course Duration: 3 days (18 guided learning hours)
  • Eligibility: No prior first aid experience is required. Learners must be 16 years or older and physically able to perform practical tasks such as CPR, recovery position, and wound dressing.
  • Content: Provides comprehensive training for designated workplace first aiders in medium to high-risk environments. Topics include:
  • Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
  • Incident assessment and casualty management
  • CPR and safe use of an AED
  • Treatment of choking, bleeding, and shock
  • Managing fractures, sprains, and spinal injuries
  • Burns, eye injuries, and head trauma
  • Major illnesses including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy
  • Secondary surveys and monitoring casualties
  • Assessment: Learners are assessed through practical demonstrations, scenario-based activities, and a multiple-choice theory test.
  • Certificate Validity: 3 years from the date of completion
  • Ideal For: Construction sites, manufacturing plants, schools, warehouses, and other higher-risk workplaces where a fully qualified first aider is required under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

Highfield First Aid at Work Requalification (RQF)

£165.00
  • Course Duration: 2 days (12 guided learning hours)
  • Eligibility: Learners must hold a valid or recently expired First Aid at Work certificate. Highfield allows a 1-month grace period after expiry, but learners are not qualified during that time. Proof of previous certification is required before enrolment.
  • Content: Refreshes and updates the full First Aid at Work syllabus, ensuring learners remain competent and confident in their role. Topics include:
  • Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
  • Incident assessment and casualty management
  • CPR and AED use
  • Treatment of choking, bleeding, and shock
  • Fractures, sprains, spinal injuries, and burns
  • Eye injuries, head trauma, and major illnesses (e.g. heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes)
  • Secondary surveys and casualty monitoring
  • Updates on best practice and regulatory changes
  • Assessment: Learners are assessed through practical demonstrations, scenario-based activities, and a multiple-choice theory test.
  • Certificate Validity: 3 years from the date of completion
  • Ideal For: Individuals whose First Aid at Work certificate is nearing expiry, and who work in medium to high-risk environments such as construction, manufacturing, education, or logistics.

Drug & Alcohol Testing

Drug & Alcohol Testing Services – Getty Rail & Construction Industry-focused testing for construction and industrial sectors Helps organisations meet legal obligations and improve workplace safety Delivered by certified professionals with secure, accredited lab processing Testing Scenarios Offered, Pre-employment – Verify candidate fitness before hiring Random & Scheduled Screening – Deter misuse and promote accountability Post-incident & Return-to-work – Ensure clarity after incidents or absences For-cause Testing – Respond to behavioural or safety concerns Testing Methods: Urine, saliva, breath, and hair sampling. Full chain-of-custody procedures On-site, mobile unit, or local facility options. Additional Support Substance misuse policy development Staff education and awareness training HSE compliance guidance Our Commitment: Safety is non-negotiable We help build workplaces where people feel protected, supported, and ready to perform

Occupational Health Medicals

Medical Services – Getty Rail & Construction Specialist medical assessments for high-risk sectors, including construction. Designed to support compliance, safety, and workforce wellbeing Core Services: Safety-Critical Medicals – Assess vision, hearing, mobility, cardiovascular health, and mental wellbeing for safety-sensitive roles Fit-for-Work Assessments – Confirm employees are physically and mentally fit for duty Pre-employment & Periodic Screenings – Build and maintain a healthy, reliable workforce Customised Medicals – Tailored evaluations for specific roles, sites, or contract needs Delivery Options: Conducted by qualified professionals Available at our clinic, onsite, or via mobile medical units Secure digital records for easy access and compliance reporting Our Commitment: We go beyond basic checks to help protect your people, your reputation, and your operations

Workplace Drug & Alcohol 
Getty Rail & Construction — Workplace Drug & Alcohol.

At Getty Rail & Construction, we use drug and alcohol testing kits to support safe, compliant workplaces across industries such as construction, civil engineering, logistics, highways, and manufacturing. These kits meet rigorous certification standards and are trusted nationwide.Whether you prefer urine or saliva testing, we provide flexible solutions that we customise to match your organisation’s specific needs. You choose the substances you want to screen for, and we tailor the panel accordingly — ensuring your testing programme fits seamlessly with company policies.

 Our kits can test for:


  • Amphetamines (AMP)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO)
  • Cocaine (COC)
  • Cannabis / THC
  • Methamphetamine (MET)
  • Opiates (OPI)
  • Synthetic Cannabinoids
  • MDMA / Ecstasy
  • Alcohol (via breath, urine, or saliva)
If initial on-site tests show non-negative results, we partner with UKAS-accredited laboratories to provide reliable lab confirmation. This helps you make critical decisions with confidence and accuracy.

What we offer:
Custom panels based on your business needs
  • Drug and alcohol screening across multiple substances
  • In-house training on kits with full certification
  • Extensive range of on-site testing solutions
Choosing Getty Rail & Construction means investing in expert support that prioritises speed, accuracy, and safety, helping your business meet industry standards while protecting your workforce.
Workplace Drug & Alcohol

Our evidential breathalysers provide accurate and reliable results, certified to EN15964 standards and approved by the UK Government for use by Police forces. These compact and user-friendly devices are an ideal choice for businesses seeking dependable alcohol testing tools.For a simpler alternative, we supply saliva-based alcohol testing strips. These can be provided as standalone strips for alcohol detection or as part of a combined saliva pot that also screens for drugs. This flexibility allows businesses to integrate alcohol testing seamlessly into their broader safety protocols.
Our alcohol testing solutions are designed to help your business foster a secure and productive environment with minimal disruption.
Extensive range of testing solutions.
Urine or oral fluid methodologies available.
Simple to use, highly accurate and reliable.
On-site evidential breathalysers similar to those approved for use by the UK Police.

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