Emergency Safety
Accredited Course
Emergency Safety
Accredited Course
First Aid Level 1
This course provides the foundational knowledge and skills required to assess emergency situations, perform basic life support, and stabilize patients until emergency services arrive. It is the minimum qualification required by South African workplaces, as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Key Details
• SAQA US ID: 119567
• Unit Standard Title: Perform Basic Life Support and First Aid Procedures
• Credits: 5
• Level: NQF Level 01
• Assessment:
· Formative: Classroom activities and homework
· Summative: Written assessment and practical exercise
Target Groups
• All companies that wish to ensure employees are equipped to handle emergency situations and meet legal compliance
• General public seeking to acquire first aid skills
Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
1. Understand the laws governing first aid and the principles of emergency care.
2. Demonstrate emergency scene management techniques.
3. Treat wounds and arrest bleeding effectively.
4. Administer first aid for various injuries.
5. Use the correct equipment and follow safety precautions when administering first aid.
6. Identify potential hazards in the work environment.
7. Perform CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).
8. Respond to cyanide poisoning (optional component for gold mining operations).
Key Learning Areas
• Understanding emergency scene management and basic anatomy.
• Assessing an emergency situation and applying first aid procedures to life-threatening injuries.
• Treating common workplace injuries and using first aid equipment appropriately.
Course Details
• Duration: 1 day
• Price: R600 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: 3 Years
This course ensures that learners are equipped to respond effectively in emergency situations, sustain life, and support the safe transfer of patients to emergency services. It is a critical qualification for all workplaces to ensure the safety and well-being of employees and the public.
First Aid Level 1
This course provides the foundational knowledge and skills required to assess emergency situations, perform basic life support, and stabilize patients until emergency services arrive. It is the minimum qualification required by South African workplaces, as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Key Details
• SAQA US ID: 119567
• Unit Standard Title: Perform Basic Life Support and First Aid Procedures
• Credits: 5
• Level: NQF Level 01
• Assessment:
· Formative: Classroom activities and homework
· Summative: Written assessment and practical exercise
Target Groups
• All companies that wish to ensure employees are equipped to handle emergency situations and meet legal compliance
• General public seeking to acquire first aid skills
Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
1. Understand the laws governing first aid and the principles of emergency care.
2. Demonstrate emergency scene management techniques.
3. Treat wounds and arrest bleeding effectively.
4. Administer first aid for various injuries.
5. Use the correct equipment and follow safety precautions when administering first aid.
6. Identify potential hazards in the work environment.
7. Perform CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).
8. Respond to cyanide poisoning (optional component for gold mining operations).
Key Learning Areas
• Understanding emergency scene management and basic anatomy.
• Assessing an emergency situation and applying first aid procedures to life-threatening injuries.
• Treating common workplace injuries and using first aid equipment appropriately.
Course Details
• Duration: 2 days
• Price: R2 150 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: Non-Expiring
This course ensures that learners are equipped to respond effectively in emergency situations, sustain life, and support the safe transfer of patients to emergency services. It is a critical qualification for all workplaces to ensure the safety and well-being of employees and the public.
First Aid Level 2
This course provides learners with the skills to deliver primary emergency care in response to health emergencies or occupational risks in the workplace. It builds on the knowledge gained in First Aid Level 1, focusing on more advanced life support and assessment techniques.
Key Details
• SAQA US ID: 120496
• Unit Standard Title: Provide Primary Emergency Care
• Credits: 5
• Level: NQF Level 02
• Assessment:
o Formative: Classroom activities
o Summative: Written test and practical exercise
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
• Demonstrate the principles of primary emergency care.
• Assess and control a single injury emergency scene in the workplace.
• Provide primary emergency life support for adults, children, and infants.
• Explain and manage shock effectively.
• Perform a secondary assessment of the sick or injured person and deliver appropriate emergency care.
• Maintain records of the incident or accident.
Key Learning Areas
• Principles and protocols of primary emergency care in the workplace.
• Preparing for and responding to health emergencies in the workplace.
• Assessing and managing emergency scenes.
• Conducting secondary assessments and providing advanced primary care.
• Administering CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and other life support procedures for adults, children, and infants.
Course Details
• Duration: 1 Day
• Price: R650 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: 3 Years
This course ensures that learners are equipped with the necessary skills to handle a variety of emergency situations in the workplace, ensuring the correct first aid protocols are followed for safety and compliance.
First Aid Level 2
This course provides learners with the skills to deliver primary emergency care in response to health emergencies or occupational risks in the workplace. It builds on the knowledge gained in First Aid Level 1, focusing on more advanced life support and assessment techniques.
Key Details
• SAQA US ID: 120496
• Unit Standard Title: Provide Primary Emergency Care
• Credits: 5
• Level: NQF Level 02
• Assessment:
o Formative: Classroom activities
o Summative: Written test and practical exercise
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
• Demonstrate the principles of primary emergency care.
• Assess and control a single injury emergency scene in the workplace.
• Provide primary emergency life support for adults, children, and infants.
• Explain and manage shock effectively.
• Perform a secondary assessment of the sick or injured person and deliver appropriate emergency care.
• Maintain records of the incident or accident.
Key Learning Areas
• Principles and protocols of primary emergency care in the workplace.
• Preparing for and responding to health emergencies in the workplace.
• Assessing and managing emergency scenes.
• Conducting secondary assessments and providing advanced primary care.
• Administering CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and other life support procedures for adults, children, and infants.
Course Details
• Duration: 2 Days
• Price: R2250 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: Non-Expiring
This course ensures that learners are equipped with the necessary skills to handle a variety of emergency situations in the workplace, ensuring the correct first aid protocols are followed for safety and compliance.
First Aid Level 3 - Advanced First Aid Training
This course is designed for individuals who are required to respond to emergencies at an advanced level, providing care until professional emergency services arrive. It equips learners with leadership skills and a deeper understanding of emergency care, making them capable of managing more serious incidents and injuries.
Key Details
• SAQA US ID: 376480
• Unit Standard Title: Provide First Aid as an Advanced First Responder
• Credits: 8
• Level: NQF Level 03
• Assessment:
o Formative: Classroom activities
o Summative: Written test and practical exercise
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
1. Explain the principles of advanced first aid in emergencies.
2. Demonstrate preparedness to deal with sudden illness or emergency situations.
3. Assess and manage an emergency scene or disaster effectively.
4. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the human body systems in relation to injury and sudden illness.
5. Apply primary first aid life support for adults, children, and infants, according to accepted protocols.
6. Explain the causes of shock and provide emergency treatment.
Key Learning Areas
• Advanced first aid principles for dealing with emergencies.
• Preparedness for sudden illnesses or emergencies.
• Management of emergency scenes and disasters.
• Understanding human body systems and their response to injuries and illness.
• Advanced life support techniques for different age groups.
• Shock identification and treatment.
Course Details
• Duration: 1 Day
• Price: R650 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: 3 Years
This course is essential for individuals in high-risk environments, empowering them to provide leadership and critical care in emergencies. It provides advanced first responder skills for handling serious situations effectively.
First Aid Level 3 - Advanced First Aid Training
This course is designed for individuals who are required to respond to emergencies at an advanced level, providing care until professional emergency services arrive. It equips learners with leadership skills and a deeper understanding of emergency care, making them capable of managing more serious incidents and injuries.
Key Details
• SAQA US ID: 376480
• Unit Standard Title: Provide First Aid as an Advanced First Responder
• Credits: 8
• Level: NQF Level 03
• Assessment:
o Formative: Classroom activities
o Summative: Written test and practical exercise
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
1. Explain the principles of advanced first aid in emergencies.
2. Demonstrate preparedness to deal with sudden illness or emergency situations.
3. Assess and manage an emergency scene or disaster effectively.
4. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the human body systems in relation to injury and sudden illness.
5. Apply primary first aid life support for adults, children, and infants, according to accepted protocols.
6. Explain the causes of shock and provide emergency treatment.
Key Learning Areas
• Advanced first aid principles for dealing with emergencies.
• Preparedness for sudden illnesses or emergencies.
• Management of emergency scenes and disasters.
• Understanding human body systems and their response to injuries and illness.
• Advanced life support techniques for different age groups.
• Shock identification and treatment.
Course Details
• Duration: 3 Days
• Price: R2500 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: Non-Expiring
This course is essential for individuals in high-risk environments, empowering them to provide leadership and critical care in emergencies. It provides advanced first responder skills for handling serious situations effectively.
Emergency Evacuation Procedures
This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to workplace emergencies, distinguish between emergencies and incidents, and apply proper procedures during evacuations and at assembly areas.
Key Details
• SAQA ID: 259597
• Unit Standard Title: Explain Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures
• Credits: 3
• Assessment:
o Formative: Class activities and homework
o Summative: Written assessment and practical exercise
Target Groups
• Employees responsible for workplace evacuation and emergency preparedness
• Safety officers assisting emergency teams in planning and response
Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
1. Distinguish between emergencies and incidents in the workplace.
2. Identify and explain different types of workplace emergencies.
3. Respond appropriately to various emergency alarms.
4. Describe the actions required of a safety officer in an assembly area.
5. Understand the functions and importance of an emergency control center.
Course Details
• Duration: 1 day
• Price: R650 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: 2 years
This training ensures participants can confidently manage workplace emergencies and support effective evacuation and preparedness processes.
Basic Fire Awareness
This course introduces learners to fire safety fundamentals, focusing on the common causes and consequences of workplace fires, fire prevention, and basic legal requirements. It is suitable as a fire induction program for all employees.
Key Details
• SAQA ID: None
• Unit Standard Title: None
Target Groups
• All employees (fire induction program)
Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will have a foundational understanding of:
1. Fire Terminology: Key terms related to fire safety.
2. Fire Classifications: Types of fires and their specific characteristics.
3. Common Causes of Workplace Fires: Identifying and mitigating fire risks.
4. Firefighting Equipment: Types and uses of firefighting tools.
5. Symbolic Fire Safety Signs: Recognizing and understanding fire-related signs and symbols.
6. Fire Prevention Goals: Strategies to prevent fire incidents.
7. Consequences of Fire: Understanding the impact of fire in the workplace.
8. Basic Legal Requirements: Overview of fire safety regulations and compliance.
Course Details
• Duration: 1 day
• Price: R650 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: 2 years
This course empowers employees with the knowledge to contribute to a safer work environment through fire awareness and prevention practices.
Basic Firefighting
This course equips learners with the skills and knowledge to identify, prevent, contain, and extinguish various types of fires using basic firefighting equipment. It is ideal for employees responsible for workplace firefighting and those seeking foundational fire safety expertise.
Key Details
• SAQA ID: 252250
• Unit Standard Title: Apply Fire Fighting Techniques
• Credits: 3
• Assessment:
o Formative: Class activities
o Summative: Written assessment and practical exercise
Target Groups
• Workplace firefighters and employees responsible for fire safety
• Individuals seeking greater knowledge about workplace firefighting and fire prevention
• Fire marshals acting as backups to appointed firefighters
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
1. Identify various types of fires and their causes.
2. Explain fire prevention methods and apply them in the workplace.
3. Operate basic firefighting equipment effectively.
4. Perform basic firefighting procedures to contain and extinguish fires.
Course Details
• Duration: 1 day
• Price: R650 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: 2 years
This training ensures participants are prepared to handle workplace fire emergencies confidently and contribute to a safer work environment.
Fire Marshal Training
This course prepares learners to become certified fire marshals, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to identify, prevent, contain, and extinguish various types of fires in the workplace, and to respond effectively during emergencies. Fire marshals play a critical role in ensuring workplace safety and leading emergency evacuation procedures.
Key Details
• SAQA ID: 252250
• Unit Standard Title: Apply Firefighting Techniques
• Credits: 3
• Assessment:
o Formative: Classroom activities and additional homework
o Summative: Written assessment and practical exercise
Target Groups
• Employees responsible for workplace firefighting
• Appointed workplace firefighters
• Individuals seeking to gain knowledge of workplace firefighting and fire prevention
• Fire marshals or those looking to step into a leadership role during fire emergencies
Course Outcomes
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
• Identify different types of fires and their causes.
• Explain and apply fire prevention techniques.
• Operate basic firefighting equipment effectively.
• Perform basic firefighting procedures.
• Recognize and manage different types of emergency situations.
• Understand and implement an emergency evacuation plan.
• Know the duties and responsibilities of emergency personnel in the workplace.
Why Become a Certified Fire Marshal?
Becoming a certified fire marshal is a crucial role that can save lives and protect property. This training will empower you to confidently manage fire emergencies, ensure fire prevention, and lead the implementation of emergency evacuation plans. Whether you're looking to enhance your safety credentials or take on a leadership role, this course is the foundation for a rewarding and impactful career in fire safety.
Course Details
• Duration: 1 day
• Price: R550 (excluding VAT)
• Certificate Validity: 2 years