HLTSS00068R – Occupational First Aid Skill Set Refresher

A refresher course for people who have previously completed an Occupational First Aid Course within the last three years.

Refresh your workplace first aid training and learn advanced skills to carry out emergency first aid for injuries and illnesses in the workplace. The course updates information on state and federal legislations as it applies to first aid in the workplace.

Target Audience:

Endorsed by industry as appropriate for people who are employed in‚ or intending to become employed in, nominated occupational first aider roles.

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this workplace first aid course, students will be issued with a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

Learning Methods:

Demonstration of practical skills‚ participation in role-plays, analysis of case studies, assessment activities and a quiz.

Please note it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the adult manikin on the floor.

Program Benefits:

Refresh your skills in occupational first aid for your organisation
Keep updated with safety legislation
Monitor your organisation’s first aid services and facilities against current industry best practice
Improve the safety and wellbeing of your workplace

Content:

Legal and other requirements
Basic Life Support (DRSABCD)
CPR & AED
Anatomy and physiology
Cardiopulmonary system
Assessment of vital signs
Levels of consciousness
Oxygen therapy and resuscitation
Oropharyngeal airway
Bag valve mask (BVM)
Maintenance of resuscitation equipment
Workplace risk assessments & response plan
Maintenance of first aid equipment
Recording and reporting incidents
Abdominal injuries
Allergic reaction
Anaphylaxis
Bleeding and wound care
Burns, including thermal, chemical, friction and electrical
Cardiac emergencies
Choking and airway obstruction
Crush injuries
Diabetes
Drowning
Emergency childbirth
Envenomation
Extremes of heat and cold
Eye and ear injuries
Head, neck and spinal injuries
Poisoning and toxic substances
Respiratory distress, including asthma
Seizures/convolsions
Shock management
Stroke
Substance misuse