First Aid Training Level 1

The Department of Labour requires employers to appoint first aiders where more than 10 workers are employed and to provide first aid training. 

National Occupational Safety & Health Consultancy provides accredited first aid level 1 training that is practical, compliance-focused and designed for South African businesses that take workplace safety seriously.

Why businesses choose our First Aid Training Level 1

Employers across South Africa choose our first aid training level 1 course because it supports legal compliance while building genuine capability in your team. Key benefits include:

• Helps meet Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements for designated first aiders
• Develops practical emergency response skills that can reduce response time and limit harm
• Supports safer operations in manufacturing, construction, mining, retail, forestry and other sectors
• Delivered by experienced, registered assessors and moderators
• Convenient training options that minimise disruption to your operations
• Nationally recognised certification that demonstrates your commitment to health and safety

What the First Aid Training Level 1 covers

Our first aid training level 1 course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training. The objective is to equip participants with the necessary skills to respond to workplace emergencies and perform basic first aid and CPR.

The course content includes:

• Principles of First Aid
• Safety and Emergency Management
• Choking
• Wounds and bleeding
• Artificial respiration and One Man CPR
• Shock
• Fainting and unconsciousness
• Fractures
• Burns
• Head and spinal injuries
• Basic anatomy

Training is delivered on a 50% theoretical and 50% practical basis, giving participants both the understanding and the confidence to apply what they have learned.

Who this First Aid Training Level 1 is for

This course is designed for employers and organisations that need to appoint and train designated first aiders. It is ideal for:

• Companies employing more than 10 workers
• Safety officers and supervisors responsible for workplace readiness
• HR and training managers focused on compliance and risk reduction
• Businesses in manufacturing, construction, mining, forestry, fishing, retail and other sectors

The programme is created for decision-makers who want competent, confident first aiders as part of a professional health and safety management system.

On-site First Aid Training Level 1 for companies

We offer convenient on-site first aid training level 1 at your premises anywhere in South Africa. On-site delivery reduces travel time, keeps your team in their familiar environment, and allows training to be scheduled around your operational needs. This option is particularly practical for larger groups or organisations with multiple shifts.

First Aid Training Level 1 training locations

Our first aid training level 1 and basic first aid training programmes are available nationally. We regularly deliver courses in Johannesburg and Pretoria, as well as Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London, Bloemfontein and Polokwane. Whether you prefer public classroom sessions or fully private on-site training, we make it straightforward to arrange first aid level 1 training where and when your business needs it.

Refresher training

First Aid Level 1 certificates are valid for 3 years. To maintain compliance and keep your team’s skills current, we recommend scheduling refresher training before certification expires. Regular refresher courses help ensure your first aiders remain competent and your organisation stays aligned with current best practice and legal expectations.

Need First Aid Training Level 1 for your staff or site?

If you need to train or refresh first aiders at your workplace, we can help. Our team will provide a prompt, competitive quote tailored to your number of staff, preferred dates and training location.

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