Overview
The HLTSS00068 Occupational First Aid Skill Set is designed for workplaces where risk is higher, help may be further away, and a standard first aid course simply isn’t enough.
This advanced program equips participants with the skills, confidence, and leadership capability to manage serious workplace injuries, coordinate emergency response, and provide sustained casualty care until professional medical assistance arrives.
Ideal for high-risk and remote environments, this course prepares designated workplace first aiders to respond to incidents such as major trauma, crush injuries, fractures, burns, environmental exposure, and medical emergencies in complex worksites.
Learning outcomes
The course covers the following:
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Overview: This unit covers the fundamental skills required to provide first aid in various situations, including the assessment of an unconscious person and the treatment of injuries and medical conditions.
Key Topics:
- DRSABCD Action Plan
- CPR techniques and use of an AED
- Management of wounds and burns
- Treatment of common medical emergencies
HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
Overview: Participants will learn advanced first aid techniques for more complex situations, focusing on multi-casualty incidents and more severe medical conditions.
Key Topics:
- Advanced patient assessment
- Managing shock and trauma
- Use of advanced first aid equipment
- Collaboration with emergency services
HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
Overview: This unit emphasises advanced resuscitation techniques and the safe administration of oxygen to critically ill patients.
Key Topics:
- Advanced CPR methods
- Use of resuscitation devices
- Oxygen therapy protocols
- Recognising and managing respiratory distress
HLTAID016 Manage First Aid Services and Resources
Overview: Focused on the administrative aspects of first aid, this unit prepares participants to establish and manage effective first aid services in the workplace.
Key Topics:
- First aid policies and procedures
- Inventory management of first aid supplies
- Training and mentoring staff in first aid practices
Entry Requirements
Participants must:
- Complete the designated online pre-course learning module(s) prior to attending the face-to-face training and assessment session
- The pre-course learning provides essential underpinning knowledge required for successful participation in classroom and practical activities
- Participants must have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a stable internet connection to complete the pre-course online learning
- Basic computer literacy is required, including the ability to navigate online learning platforms and submit assessments electronically
- Students must perform uninterrupted CPR for at least 2 minutes on an infant manikin and adult manikin on the floor and use of an AED and apply appropriate first aid procedures
- Provide photo I.D on entry
- Unless exempt, provide a verifiable USI number
- Be physically fit and healthy with capacity to perform manual tasks
- Be able to read, write, communicate orally, and understand and interpret complex information and situations
- Interact with others and work under pressure
- Dress appropriately i.e., long sleeve, long pants or overalls, safety boots/closed in shoes, safety glasses
Please ensure you read our Student Handbook for further information on our policies, procedures, terms, and program conditions.
SDS is committed to identifying and supporting the language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) needs of all learners. Where required, SDS may conduct an LLND assessment prior to training to determine whether any additional support or reasonable adjustment is needed.
Participants are encouraged to advise the training team at any time if they believe they may require learning support so appropriate arrangements can be made.
Delivery method
Self-Paced Online Learning
Participants will be required to undertake pre course learning and successfully complete an online multiple-choice assessment. This must be completed prior to attending the classroom session. The estimated time to complete the online component is approximately 4-6 hours.
Classroom Session
Three (3) days and consists of classroom-based theory learning with practical based activities.
Assessments
Assessment includes written and/or multiple-choice knowledge assessment and practical based skills assessments.
Completion
On successful completion participants will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for:
HLTSS00068 Occupational First Aid Skill Set
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID014 Provide advanced First Aid
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy*
- HLTAID016 Manage First Aid services and resources
Skills maintenance
To ensure your skills and knowledge are maintained it is critical you undertake regular skills maintenance training. The Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines recommend retraining in CPR at least annually.
