Workplace First Aid

This short course is for educators and support staff working who are required to administer First Aid and respond to emergency situations within an education and care setting.

Training includes the practical skills and knowledge required to provide First Aid to infants, children and adults.

If you would like to enrol in an upcoming course in Melbourne, please complete all sections of the Student Enrolment Form and email it to info@firstintervention.com.au.

 Alternatively you can Contact Us directly – we are here to help.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements however sound English language, literacy and numeracy skills are required.

Course Delivery and Duration

This short course involves a blend of theoretical and practical skill based elements.

Generally this course is offered as a 2 day face-to-face training and assessment course. However some flexibility may be offered to how the standard hours are able to be scheduled such as our FlexiCourse, which requires the completion of a pre-course workbook plus a 1 day face-to-face training and assessment session.

Cost

Costs may vary depending on the training scenario. Contact us for further details.

Unit Objectives

HLTAID012 covers the following topics:

  • Assess and manage an emergency situation
  • Infection control
  • Manual handling of the casualty(s)
  • Resuscitation, airway management & choking
  • Specialised aspects of First Aid care and response for children and infants

First aid responsibilities including the management of:

  • Bleeding, wounds & shock
  • Sprains & strains (soft tissue injuries)
  • Burns
  • Injuries of the bone (fractures, dislocations, spinal support)
  • Medical conditions & environmental emergencies
  • Asthma & anaphylaxis
  • Envenomations (bites, stings) and poisoning
  • Casualty handover – communication of details

Assessment requirements

To be assessed as Competent the participant is required to:

  • Participate in activities and scenarios as directed by the trainer
  • Successfully complete a selection of written questions
  • Demonstrate the application of practical skills required for this unit of competency outcome.

Statement of Attainment

On successful completion, participants will be issued with a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for HLTAID012 – Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting.

For many Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses, this unit may also contribute towards nationally recognised qualifications. The training may also provide an opportunity for professional development by increasing skills, knowledge and application in the work or home environment.

Recertification

The law requires employers to provide a safe working environment and adequate facilities for the welfare of their employees. This means that appropriate First Aid measures need to be in place, including First Aid kits and suitably trained First Aid Officers who hold current qualifications.

Workcover’s First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice in New South Wales and WorkSafe’s First Aid In The Workplace – Compliance Code in Victoria both outline an employers’ obligation to keep the qualifications of their First Aid Officers current. Re-certification for HLTAID012 is recommended every 3 years.

In addition, First Aiders need to complete HLTAID001 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation on an annual basis. This unit allows you to refresh and maintain your knowledge of the essential skills required to perform CPR, in line with the Australian and New Zealand Committee on Resuscitation (ANZCOR) guidelines.

We can also track and notify you when a First Aid recertification is required for you or your team.

Our Trainers

Our trainers all hold a minimum qualification of Certificate IV in Training & Assessment and have current industry experience.

We offer the highest standards of knowledge and skills transfer, supported by up-to-date, relevant information on industry practices and protocols.

Training Centres

Melbourne:
Tullamarine

Training can also be conducted at your workplace where there are sufficient student enrolments. Contact us for further details.

This unit contributes to many Nationally Recognised Training Qualifications which is recognised within the Australian Qualifications Framework.

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General Enquiries

First Intervention Pty Ltd

25 Silicon Place, Tullamarine,

Victoria 3043 Australia

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