Unit Standard ID:120496
Unit Standard Name: Provide first aid in the workplace
NQF Level: 2
Duration: 1 Day
Price: R650

Course Description

This accredited course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to provide first aid in the workplace. The training focuses on assessing emergency situations, managing injuries and medical emergencies, performing basic life support, and caring for casualties until professional medical assistance arrives. Learners will be equipped to respond confidently and effectively to workplace emergencies in line with occupational health and safety requirements.

Course Outline

• Legal and workplace requirements for first aid provision

• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider

• Assessing emergency scenes and ensuring personal safety

• Basic life support and CPR principles

• Management of bleeding, wounds, and shock

• Treatment of fractures, burns, and soft tissue injuries

• Management of medical emergencies

• Use of first aid equipment and contents of first aid boxes

• Reporting and recordkeeping following first aid treatment

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Assess emergency situations and prioritise first aid treatment

• Apply basic life support techniques

• Manage common workplace injuries and medical emergencies

• Use first aid equipment correctly

• Comply with workplace first aid and reporting requirements

Target Audience

• Appointed workplace first aiders

• Supervisors and team leaders

• Health and Safety Representatives

• Employees responsible for emergency response

• Contractors and site personnel

Certification

Learners who are found competent will receive Accredited Certificates aligned to Unit Standard 120496.

Entry Requirements

• Basic literacy and numeracy

• First Aid Level 1 recommended