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5.0
We had a wonderful training experience with DDi. Our instructor, Nico, was fun and engaging and very relatable. He taught the whole team such practical tools for first aid and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. The whole process from booking through to completion of the training was seamless and we will definitely use you guys again! Thank you :)
5.0
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Had the best experience with the DDI team!! Very helpful, friendly and professional! The facilitator was the best and provided excellent training!!
5.0
We keep booking our training through DDi OHS. They are incredibly professional and organised and their facilitators are always a pleasure to host.
5.0
DDI has been our training provider for health and safety short courses for 5+ years. My team of staff and myself have always enjoyed the training. The trainers are informed and educated. Great service from start to end and more :-) I recommend DDI for training needs. Thank you! Very happy returning customer.
5.0
DDi is an excellent training facility! Great education regarding First Aid training of all levels. Trainer is extremely knowledgeable and competent in her field. She is highly qualified and very experienced, thus is able to provide real-world tips and teachings to the table. I am very fortunate to have had top-notch training with DDi. Highly recommend!
5.0
Great experience and you learn a lot. A full day filled with education and practical experience. Would definitely suggest doing your First Aid here and they also provide other qualifications that you may need.
5.0
Was great being part of a team that were eager to improve in their personal development as well as for their work environment. Great Instructors with years of experience and knowledge. This definitely helps when you want to learn and grow.
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Course Information

First Aid Level 1 Certificate

Course Details

  • Duration: 1 Day (8 hours).
  • Venue:  We offer onsite training for groups. Online training is also available on request.
  • Pricing: Contact us for your custom price based on the number of participants and location.
First Aid Training Course Outline

Course outline

1. Legal Requirements for Risk Assessments

  • Understanding your obligations under the OHS Act (Section 8)
  • The General Administrative Regulations and how they apply
  • How risk assessments fit into your overall compliance framework

2. Introduction to Hazards and Risks

  • The difference between a hazard and a risk
  • Types of workplace hazards: physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic and psychosocial
  • How to recognise hazards in your environment

3. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Theory

  • Risk assessment methodologies
  • Probability vs severity and how to use risk matrices
  • The hierarchy of controls
  • The difference between baseline, issue-based and continuous risk assessments

4. The Risk Assessment Process

  • Identifying hazards and evaluating risk levels
  • Determining and implementing controls
  • Documenting findings and assigning responsibilities

5. Continuous Risk Assessment in the Workplace

  • Building risk assessment into daily operations
  • Conducting regular reviews and updating assessments when conditions change
  • Creating a culture where hazard reporting is second nature

Why HIRA Training Matters

Risk assessment isn't just paperwork. It's the foundation of every workplace safety system. When it's done properly, your team can spot problems before they turn into incidents.

HIRA training gives your team the ability to:

 • Identify workplace hazards that often go unnoticed until something goes wrong
 • Assess the actual level of risk each hazard presents, rather than guessing
 • Apply the right controls using the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering, admin, PPE)
 • Meet your legal obligations under Section 8 of the OHS Act
 • Reduce workplace injuries, near-misses and the costs that come with them
 • Build a proactive safety culture where risks are managed, not just reacted to

The OHS Act doesn't just suggest risk assessments. It requires them.
Employers who fail to conduct proper hazard identification and risk assessments face penalties, liability and, most importantly, preventable injuries.

Who is this course for?

SHE Representatives who need to conduct or participate in workplace risk assessments
SHE Representatives who need to conduct or participate in workplace risk assessments
Safety Officers and Safety Committee members
Facilities and maintenance teams who deal with physical workplace hazards
HR professionals responsible for OHS compliance
Anyone who wants to understand how to identify and manage workplace risks

No prior experience is needed. We start from the basics and build up to practical application.

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