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A Provide First Aid course can give you the skills and knowledge to assist a casualty in an emergency situation. Whether this training is required as part of your job role or you just want to be more prepared to help in an emergency, this course will prepare you for a range of incidents and situations. It is also the required training for designated first aiders in a workplace. This course includes the Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation unit. The Provide First Aid Course covers a range of subjects you may encounter as a first aider. You’ll learn basic first aid procedures for asthma, epilepsy, bleeding, burns and fractures and develop the skills to manage bites and poisons. The course covers CPR techniques for adults and infants and you’ll also learn how to use an automated external defibrillator. Enquire now for entry requirements and course dates..

Get your advanced first aid certificate with the HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid. This nationally recognised short course will teach you how to respond to emergency situations and co-ordinate first aid activities until medical assistance arrives. Competencies include: managing first aid incidents, ensuring safety of all stakeholders, performing single-rescuer and two-rescuer CPR, deploying first aid resources, using first aid and ancillary equipment, communicating with emergency responders, documenting and reviewing incidents. Enquire now for entry requirements, certification details, and enrolment dates near you..

The MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmosphere unit covers skills and knowledge for testing workplace atmospheres using electronic test apparatus to ensure safety before work commences. It includes identifying both visible and invisible hazards. This competency applies when individuals must conduct gas testing before entering specific areas or workspaces. It involves interpreting test readings and taking appropriate actions based on these interpretations. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The PUAEME007 Provide Emergency Care for Suspected Spinal Injury imparts the skills and knowledge required to recognise and manage suspected spinal injuries, minimising further harm while providing first aid and awaiting emergency medical assistance. It includes immobilising the cervical spine, evaluating the need to move a casualty, preparing for and transporting the casualty, monitoring their condition, and performing handover techniques. This is relevant for personnel in emergency services, volunteer organisations, or any setting where there is a risk of spinal injuries. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The PUAEME008 Provide Pain Management covers the skills and knowledge required to administer restricted analgesics for pain management within a medically supervised first responder organisation. It is relevant for personnel from emergency services, volunteer organisations, or organisations providing medically supervised first aid services. This ensures the safe and effective administration of analgesics to manage pain in emergency situations. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The MSMPER300 Issue Work Permits unit is ideal for those working in environments with hazards or specific procedures. It provides real-world skills for issuing workplace permits, covering the permit system, limitations, and decision-making for their use. Topics are explored through interactive activities designed by experienced trainers, providing firsthand decision-making experience. The unit also includes practical strategies for responding appropriately, whether working in a team or solo, and covers issuing all permits, sometimes referred to as 'clearances' by organisations. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The 22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis equips participants with the skills and knowledge to assist individuals suffering from an anaphylactic reaction using the casualty’s own adrenaline device. The course also covers the recognition, management, prevention, and risk minimisation of allergic reactions. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace equips participants with skills and knowledge to develop asthma management plans and provide first aid interventions for asthma-related emergencies in the workplace. Training includes recognizing clinical signs of asthma, responding to emergencies, and administering first aid to infants, children, and adults. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The CPPFES2005 Demonstrate First Attack Firefighting Equipment provides essential skills and knowledge for demonstrating the correct and safe use of portable fire extinguishers, fire hose reels, and fire blankets in emergencies. This course is suitable for individuals with basic skills, working under the direction of experienced personnel. Participants learn to effectively explain and demonstrate the use of firefighting equipment to clients. Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements may apply in some states and territories. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights training accreditation is suitable for those required to work at heights. It provides essential skills and knowledge for safely working at heights across various industries, including resources, quarrying, drilling, agriculture, government, defence, manufacturing, heavy industry, and construction. This unit describes the competencies needed to work safely at heights in resources and infrastructure sectors, applying to operational roles under supervision, involving known routines and procedures, with responsibility for work quality outcomes. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The MSMPER200 Work in Accordance with an Issued Permit ensures compliance with a permit's system, limitations, and requirements. It applies to individuals designated as 'permit recipients' or 'permit holders,' who perform authorized tasks under permits ('clearances'), including maintenance, contractor work, and non-process activities in plant settings. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates. .

The UETDREL006 Work Safely in the Vicinity of Live Electrical Apparatus as a Non-Electrical Worker covers the skills and knowledge necessary for non-electrical workers to operate safely near live electrical apparatus. It includes understanding and maintaining safe approach distances for workers, plant, tools, and equipment. This ensures compliance with safety protocols in the electricity supply industry, promoting safe practices for non-electrical personnel working near live electrical equipment. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates. .

The 22579VIC Course in Verifying the Correct Use of Adrenaline Injector Devices teaches the necessary skills and knowledge to verify others in using adrenaline autoinjector devices correctly. This involves observing individuals who have completed the ASCIA Anaphylaxis eTraining for Victorian Schools and confirming their proficiency with all adrenaline autoinjector devices available in Australia. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The nationally recognised course HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support is for workplace first aiders and medics. It articulates into a number of qualifications for paramedics, nurses and emergency first responders and is completed during a one-day intensive. You will learn how to respond to an emergency situation, manage casualties at an incident scene, perform CPR, and administer life-saving O2. The course also requires you to complete theory and assessments online. Enquire now for the course delivery structure, intake dates, and enrolment requirements..

A Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course will give you the practical skills to help a casualty experiencing cardiac arrest. You might need this training for your employment, particularly if you are a designated first aider at your workplace. The course is also suitable for anyone wanting to have the skills to assist in an emergency situation. The Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course prepares you for a range of emergency situations. You’ll learn to provide basic resuscitation, including the use of compressions and rescue breaths. The course explores CPR techniques for adults, children and infants and you’ll also develop the skills to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Enquire now for entry requirements and course dates..

Need to update your advanced CPR and O2 certs? HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy is an accredited short-course that is recognised by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). During your studies you will be learning how to respond to emergency situations and perform life saving resuscitation procedures, while employing specialised equipment and the ACR guidelines. The course covers: delivering oxygen therapy using a pulse oximeter, performing single and two-rescuer CPR, monitoring the condition of casualty, managing life-threatening bleeding, communicating with emergency services, documenting and reviewing incidents. Enquire now for entry requirements, certification outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Do you work in remote or rural areas and need first aid skills? How about the nationally recognised short course HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site? This course is recognised by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). During your studies you’ll gain a full First Aid and CPR certificate, and you’ll also gain the skills you need to setup a first aid station at an remote or isolated outpost and then provide first aid and support over an extended period of time (or until medical help arrives). Remote first aid competencies include: recognising and assessing emergency situations, ensuring safety of self and bystanders, assessing casualty and providing first aid, carrying out CPR, communicating with emergency services, coordinating evacuations and prolonged first aid. Enquire now for the list of first aid competencies, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting is a nationally recognised short course for teachers and child care workers who need skills in CPR and first aid. This course follows the guidelines of the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). The course covers: recognising and assessing emergency situations including asthma and anaphylactic reactions, ensuring the safety patients and bystanders (as well as yourself), performing CPR and essential first aid, liaising with emergency services, reporting incident details to parents and caregivers, completing written incident reports. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and workplace first aid outcomes..

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish, maintain and facilitate the provision of appropriate first aid in the workplace..

Do you need ECO warden training? PUAFER005 - Operate as Part of an Emergency Control Organisation is a nationally recognised short course that will help you prepare for, and respond to emergency situations. The course covers: understanding your role as a warden, preventing emergencies, wearing suitable ID, assisting building occupants during an emergency, operating communication systems, assisting with safe re-entry after an incident, reporting on actions taken during an emergency, checking emergency stations, and more. Enquire now for the latest course training dates and the list of ECO warden competencies. .

Get your ECO Chief Warden Certificate with the PUAFER006 - Lead an Emergency Control Organisation. You’ll need to hold a current ECO Warden Certificate to enrol in this nationally recognised short course. Chief Warden competencies include: identifying possible emergency situations, identifying emergency actions to include in the facility emergency plan, participating in committee meetings and drills, maintaining emergency response procedures, leading emergency response actions during an incident, monitoring evacuations, briefing attending emergency services personnel, reinstating emergency systems, participating in debriefing sessions, completing documentation. Enquire now for the next available enrolment dates and the full list of ECO Chief Warden outcomes..

The nationally recognised PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility is a critical component of Fire Warden training in Australia. This short course will teach you how to prepare for emergencies and deal with small fires or chemical spills. The course covers: correctly identifying different types of fire extinguishers, operating basic fire fighting equipment, wearing PPE, safely using a chemical spill kit, responding to a vehicle accident where there has been no significant injuries, completing follow-up reports and documents. Enquire now for course training dates and the full list of Fire Warden outcomes..

The HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely provides the skills and knowledge necessary for employees to perform safe handling practices in the healthcare industry. Poor manual handling is a common cause of injury, making it crucial for all healthcare workers to learn safe transfer techniques. This course covers recognising hazardous manual tasks, preparing for them, and completing them safely. It is applicable to all workers involved in manual handling tasks. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The MSMWHS216 Operate Breathing Apparatus provides training in safely operating and maintaining breathing apparatus and equipment in environments where the air is not suitable for breathing, according to AS/NZS 1715:2009 standards. The unit covers skills and knowledge necessary to use breathing apparatus in confined spaces, with hazardous gases/vapours, or in oxygen-deficient atmospheres. It applies to individuals who may work alone or as part of a team, coordinating with shift members and control room operators as needed. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces unit covers essential knowledge and skills for safely operating in confined spaces. It includes identifying hazards, conducting risk assessments, obtaining work permits, and using safety equipment. Aimed at operational roles in resources and infrastructure industries, participants work under supervision, following prescribed routines to ensure quality outcomes. This unit is mandatory for anyone needing to enter confined spaces, ensuring compliance with safety standards and procedures. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The UETDRRF004 Perform Rescue From a Live LV Panel provides training to perform rescue procedures from live low voltage (LV) apparatus, excluding overhead lines and underground cables in the workplace. It covers mandatory requirements for rescuing from a live LV panel in transmission, distribution, or rail work contexts. Responsibilities include health, safety, and risk management processes across all levels of operation, ensuring adherence to safety practices as standard. Application of these skills and knowledge may necessitate a licence/registration as per electrical work regulations. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..