HLTSS00068 Occupational First Aid Skill Set

What is HLTSS00068 – Occupational First Aid Skill Set?

The Occupational First Aid Skill Set is a nationally recognised program designed to prepare participants with the highest level of workplace first aid competency.

It combines multiple accredited units to cover:

• CPR and standard first aid (HLTAID009, HLTAID011).
• Advanced first aid and multi-casualty management (HLTAID014).
• Advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy (HLTAID015).

This skill set equips participants to act as Workplace First Aid Officers, capable of responding to emergencies in high-risk or complex settings.

Who Should Complete This Course?

The Occupational First Aid Skill Set is ideal for:

• Designated workplace first aid officers.
• Supervisors and safety officers.
• ESO and MESO staff in industrial and remote workplaces.
• Mining, manufacturing, and construction site leaders.
• Defence, aviation, and transport sectors.
• Large organisations needing advanced in-house first aid capability.

Why Occupational First Aid is Critical

Statistics: 

• Workplaces in Australia are required by WHS legislation to provide adequate first aiders, facilities, and equipment based on risk assessments.
• In high-risk industries (construction, mining, manufacturing), standard first aid (HLTAID011) is often insufficient, with regulators expecting advanced capability.
• Research indicates rapid on-site advanced intervention significantly improves survival outcomes, particularly in cardiac arrest, trauma, and respiratory emergencies.
• The Occupational First Aid Skill Set is considered the “gold standard” for workplace responders, ensuring compliance and best practice.

Course Inclusions & Learning Outcomes 

Participants will gain skills in:

• Performing CPR and using AEDs (HLTAID009).
• Providing first aid for a wide range of injuries and medical conditions (HLTAID011).
• Managing multi-casualty incidents and coordinating resources (HLTAID014).
• Delivering oxygen therapy and advanced resuscitation (HLTAID015).
• Leadership in emergencies, including directing teams and liaising with emergency services.
• Completing workplace documentation and compliance reporting.

Industry Compliance & Relevance

• Recognised nationally under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act.
• Meets obligations for high-risk workplaces (construction, mining, aviation, defence).
• Supports compliance with AS 3745 Planning for Emergencies in Facilities.
• Recommended by industry regulators as the benchmark qualification for first aid officers.

Delivery Options

• On-site delivery for workplaces requiring multiple staff trained.
• Public courses at Militem College venues.
• Customised training tailored for specific sectors (defence, mining, construction, aviation).
• Regional & remote delivery anywhere in Australia and Oceania.

Assessment & Certification

• Assessment includes theory and complex scenario-based simulations, testing CPR, multi-casualty management, and oxygen therapy.
• Successful participants receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for:
  • HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
  • HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
• Certification valid for 3 years, with CPR refreshed annually.

Why Choose Militem College?

• Comprehensive coverage – combining all essential advanced first aid units.
• Delivered by experienced trainers with frontline backgrounds in fire, rescue, and medical response.
• Industry relevance – tailored to high-risk workplaces where compliance is critical.
• Flexible delivery – onsite, public, or remote training options available.
• Trusted expertise – integrated with Militem Fire & Rescue’s operational emergency response capability.

FAQ’s

What is the Occupational First Aid Skill Set?
It is a nationally recognised program combining HLTAID009, HLTAID011, HLTAID014, and HLTAID015 for workplace first aid officers.

Who needs HLTSS00068?
Workplace first aid officers, supervisors, ESO/MESO staff, and anyone responsible for advanced first aid in high-risk industries.

How long is the course?
Usually 4–5 days, depending on delivery format.

How long is certification valid?
3 years, with CPR refreshed annually.

Does it include oxygen therapy?
Yes — HLTAID015 is included, covering advanced resuscitation and oxygen administration.

Who is the Registered Training Organisation?
All training is conducted on behalf of Skills Network Australia (RTO 41410).