HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site

What is HLTAID013 – Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site?

• Extended patient care.
• Improvisation with limited resources.
• Communication with emergency services in remote settings.
• Decision-making for evacuation or continued care.

This course is essential for anyone working or travelling in remote, isolated, or high-risk environments.

Who Should Complete This Course?

HLTAID013 is suited to:

• Mining and construction workers in remote sites.
• Defence, law enforcement, and emergency services personnel working in isolated regions.
• Outdoor education staff (camps, excursions, adventure tourism).
• Regional and rural council staff.
• Agriculture and forestry workers.
• Community leaders and volunteers in remote towns.
• Individuals or groups planning extended travel in remote or wilderness areas.

Why Remote First Aid is Critical

Statistics: 

• In Australia, 30% of the population lives outside major cities, where ambulance and hospital response times can be significantly longer.
• Research shows trauma patients in rural/remote Australia are up to twice as likely to die compared to metropolitan patients due to delays in definitive care.
• Outdoor adventure injuries (falls, snake bites, heatstroke, dehydration) are leading causes of wilderness medical evacuations.
• For industry: WHS laws mandate that first aid must be adequate for the nature of the work and location — meaning standard HLTAID011 is often insufficient for remote worksites.

HLTAID013 ensures people are equipped to stabilise patients until advanced care arrives, which may take hours.

Course Inclusions & Learning Outcomes 

Participants will learn to:

• Provide CPR and first aid with limited equipment.
• Manage injuries such as fractures, burns, bites, stings, shock, and dehydration.
• Use remote communication methods (satellite phone, radio).
• Plan for patient transport and evacuation.
• Maintain patient records and monitor over extended periods.
• Apply infection control in challenging conditions.
• Prioritise care when resources are limited.

Industry Compliance & Relevance

• Required for many mining, construction, and forestry projects in remote areas.
• Recommended for school camps, outdoor programs, and tourism operators.
• Recognised across Australia under the Work Health and Safety Act.
• Supports compliance with risk management obligations in industries operating in remote or high-risk areas.

Delivery Options

• On-site delivery at remote worksites (mines, construction, forestry).
• Regional training at Militem College hubs across Victoria and Australia.
• Custom programs tailored to industry-specific risks (mining, outdoor education, defence).
• Oceania delivery – Militem delivers training into Pacific Islands where isolation is common.

Assessment & Certification

• Assessment includes scenario-based training in simulated remote conditions.
• Participants must demonstrate improvisation, extended patient care, and communication under pressure.
• Upon successful completion, participants receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment (HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site).
• Certification valid for 3 years, with CPR refreshed annually.

Why Choose Militem College?

• Remote expertise – delivered by trainers with backgrounds in bushfire response, search & rescue, defence, and industrial operations.
• Tailored delivery – programs adapted for mining, defence, outdoor education, and community clients.
• National & regional reach – on-site training anywhere in Australia or Oceania.
• Integrated solutions – connected to Militem Fire & Rescue for remote standby and emergency support.
• Real-world preparation – practical scenarios based on actual incidents.

FAQ’s

What is HLTAID013?
It is a nationally recognised first aid course designed for remote and isolated settings where medical assistance may be delayed.

Who needs HLTAID013?
Mining, defence, outdoor education, tourism, and anyone working or travelling in remote areas.

How long is the course?
Usually 2 days, due to the extended scope and practical scenarios.

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

Can Militem deliver this on-site in remote locations?
Yes — Militem College specialises in delivering training at worksites, camps, and communities across Australia and Oceania.

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