- Explain the duties and responsibilities of First Aider.
- List the legal requirements under Workplace Safety and Health (First Aid) Regulations 2006 Reg. 5 (2) for the workplace.
- Check and pack contents of First Aid Box.
- Apply first aid to accident victims in the workplace.
- Manage a medical emergency at the workplace.
- Manage victims of hazardous chemicals exposure.
- Identify common workplace accidents requiring first aid treatment.
Assumed Skills and Knowledge
The course is for individuals holding current valid Occupational First Aid Course Certificate which is near to expiry and wishes to renew their certification.
Workplace Safety and Health (First Aid) Regulations (Cap. 354A, Rg 4) Reg. 5 stipulates that “every person appointed as a first-aider shall (a) have successfully completed a training course acceptable to the Commissioner; and (b) undergo such subsequent re-training in first-aid treatment as the Commissioner may require”.
- ESS Workplace literacy and numeracy Level 5 and above.
- Participant must have successfully completed the Occupational First Aid Course with CPR+AED (OFAC) and currently holding a valid OFAC certificate.
- Does not have any history or underlying medical heart and lung conditions or any
- Physical disabilities/problems such as knee, spinal or joints injury (please consult your doctor to get the necessary clearance to undertake the CPR practice and assessment).
- Pregnant ladies are discouraged from undertaking the CPR practice due to safety reasons. In case of doubt, please consult your doctor first and produce a Letter/Memo to indicate if fit for training. You are advised to defer taking the course to at least 6 weeks after delivery.
