The Resuscitation Council UK has released the 2025 resuscitation and first aid guidelines. These set the standards and protocols for the training we deliver and will lead to changes in our current delivery protocols.
What you need to do now
Please take time to read and familiarise yourself with the new guidelines. No changes to your training are required at this stage. The Resuscitation Council UK allows training providers time to implement updates so trainers can understand the changes and resources can be revised to ensure a seamless transition for learners.
Our implementation plan
Over the coming weeks we will update all affected resources, including teaching notes, PowerPoints and books. When everything is ready (including printed book stock), we will issue a detailed guidance pack and a further newsletter explaining what has changed and how to apply it in your training.
Any existing stock of the current book editions can continue to be used before switching to the updated versions.
Improvised life-threatening bleeding protocols
As mentioned in previously, improvised life-threatening bleeding protocols are being added to the First Aid at Work syllabus. We will introduce these alongside the guideline updates. All trainer/assessors must demonstrate competence in managing life-threatening bleeding prior to introduction into the FAW course (please refer to the previous newsletter for details).
Awarding Organisation timeline
The First Aid Awarding Organisations meet at the beginning of December to confirm qualification updates that align with the new guidelines and the introduction of improvised life-threatening bleeding. We anticipate implementing these changes from January.
To reiterate: no immediate change is required to your teaching. Please review the guidelines now; updated resources and step-by-step implementation guidance will follow as soon as possible.
READ THE GUIDELINES …
https://www.resus.org.uk/professional-library/2025-resuscitation-guidelines
SUMMARY OF CHANGES …
https://www.resus.org.uk/professional-library/2025-resuscitation-guidelines/executive-summary-main-changes-2021-guidelines