Skill set Outline
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Occupational First Aid Skill Set
Occupational First Aid Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
HLTSS00027
HLTSS00027
State Code
AB464
AB464
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
01/07/2013
Current Release Date
31/10/2013
Current Release Number
3.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
50
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 31/10/2013 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 11/07/2013 | Replaced | Replaced |
| 1.00 | 01/07/2013 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set provides a set of skills to establish, maintain and facilitate the provision of appropriate first aid in a workplace environment, including the skills to provide an emergency first aid response in the event of an emergency.
^ From 1 July 2022 the units HLTAID006, HLTAID007, HLTAID008 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID014, HLTAID015, HLTAID016 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Units
HLTAID006 Provide advanced first aid
^ HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid (must be delivered from 1 July 2022)
HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation
^ HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy (must be delivered from 1 July 2022)
HLTAID008 Manage first aid services and facilities
^ HLTAID016 Manage first aid services and resources (must be delivered from 1 July 2022)
^ From 1 July 2022 the units HLTAID006, HLTAID007, HLTAID008 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID014, HLTAID015, HLTAID016 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Units
HLTAID006 Provide advanced first aid
^ HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid (must be delivered from 1 July 2022)
HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation
^ HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy (must be delivered from 1 July 2022)
HLTAID008 Manage first aid services and facilities
^ HLTAID016 Manage first aid services and resources (must be delivered from 1 July 2022)
Pathway Information
These units may provide credit towards a range of qualifications at Certificate IV and Diploma levels.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Specific licensing requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training, should be obtained from the relevant State/Territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authority.
Target Group
This skill set has been endorsed by industry as appropriate for people who are either employed in, or intending to become employed in, nominated occupational first aider roles.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This skill set meets industry requirements to perform the role and responsibilities required of an Occupational First Aider.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCD27 | HLTAID016 | Manage first aid services and resources | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WG737 | HLTAID008 | Manage first aid services and resources | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WG735 | HLTAID006 | Provide advanced first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCD29 | HLTAID014 | Provide Advanced First Aid | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WG736 | HLTAID007 | Provide advanced resuscitation | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OCD31 | HLTAID015 | Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy | 16 | Unit of competency |
