Accredited First Aid Training for Workplace Compliance in South Africa
Basic First Aid & CPR Training equips learners with the practical skills to respond to common medical emergencies until professional help arrives. The course covers CPR, choking, bleeding, burns, fractures and other essential first aid techniques required in many workplaces.
FTS Safety delivers accredited First Aid Level 1 training in Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Cape Town and Johannesburg, with onsite company training available throughout South Africa.
Course Information | Details |
Duration | 2 Days |
Unit Standard | 119567 |
Practical Training | Yes |
CPR Included | Yes |
Certificate | Issued to competent learners |
Public Classes | Yes |
Locations | Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Cape Town, Johannesburg |
Price | R990 Excl. VAT Per Person (Discounts On Bulk Bookings) |
Onsite Training | Available throughout South Africa |
Who Needs Basic First Aid & CPR Training?
The course is commonly required for appointed workplace first aiders, health and safety representatives, supervisors, team leaders and employees working in environments where first aid provision forms part of the organisation's health and safety responsibilities.
The course is commonly attended by people working in industries including:
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Warehousing and logistics
- Mining
- Engineering
- Security
- Retail
- Hospitality
- Healthcare support services
- Education and schools
- Facilities management
- Transport and logistics
- Municipal services
- Agriculture
- Office and corporate environments
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Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing this course learners will be able to:
- Assess an emergency safely
- Perform CPR
- Assist choking casualties
- Control severe bleeding
- Treat burns
- Stabilise fractures
- Recognise shock
- Manage unconscious casualties
- Communicate effectively with emergency services
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Our Training Venues Across The Country
Attend public First Aid Training at one of our training centres in Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Cape Town or Johannesburg. Contact your nearest branch to book a course, request a quotation or enquire about upcoming training dates. We also provide onsite Fire Prevention, SHE Rep, Working At Heights, Scaffolding. HIRA, Incident Investigation Training and many more courses throughout South Africa for company groups.
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"Not only was it a pleasure to communicate with them for the initial arrangements, but we also found their tutoring and training very professional and of a high standard. The whole process was done in the time limit set by our client. We trust that they will be successful in what they do for many years to come."
"FTS Safety Academy conducted training to our staff, for various health and safety courses. Not only was it a pleasure to communicate with them for the initial arrangements, but we also found their tutoring and training very professional, and of a high standard. The whole process was done within the time limit set by our client, and certificates were received timeously."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basic First Aid & CPR Training?
Basic First Aid & CPR Training is an accredited course that teaches learners how to respond to medical emergencies before professional medical help arrives. The course covers CPR, managing unconscious casualties, controlling bleeding, treating burns, fractures, choking, shock and other common workplace injuries. In South Africa, First Aid Level 1 training is commonly required by employers to help meet occupational health and safety obligations.
Why do companies need employees trained in First Aid?
Employers have a duty to provide a safe working environment. Having trained first aiders allows businesses to respond quickly to workplace injuries while waiting for emergency medical services. First aid training also helps companies improve emergency preparedness, reduce the severity of injuries, support legal compliance and build a stronger safety culture.
Is this course accredited in South Africa?
Yes. FTS Safety's Basic First Aid & CPR Training is aligned to SAQA Unit Standard 119567 and is presented through accredited training providers. Successful learners receive a nationally recognised Certificate of Competence after meeting the assessment requirements.
How long does Basic First Aid & CPR Training take?
The Basic First Aid & CPR course takes two days of classroom training. Learners also complete the required assessment activities before certification is issued.
What is the difference between CPR and First Aid?
CPR is one emergency procedure used when someone has stopped breathing or their heart has stopped beating. First Aid is much broader and includes treating bleeding, burns, fractures, choking, shock, unconscious casualties and many other medical emergencies. CPR forms one important part of a complete First Aid Level 1 course.
Where is Basic First Aid & CPR Training available?
FTS Safety offers public classes at its training centres in Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Cape Town and Johannesburg, with onsite workplace training available in many other areas across South Africa for qualifying group bookings.