Level 1 Award in Occupational First Aid (OFA-1)
The PIMS Level 1 Award in Occupational First Aid (OFA-1) introduces the immediate first-aid actions required for common workplace injuries and medical emergencies. Participants learn how to assess an incident,...
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Program Overview
The PIMS Level 1 Award in Occupational First Aid (OFA-1) introduces the immediate first-aid actions required for common workplace injuries and medical emergencies. Participants learn how to assess an incident, provide basic life support, control bleeding, recognise shock and communicate effectively while professional medical assistance is being arranged.
What You'll Learn
- Core principles and terminology
- Workplace hazards and risk controls
- Roles, responsibilities and safe procedures
- Emergency arrangements and practical application
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
This PIMS course is suitable for employees, firefighters, hospital personnel, engineers, HSE staff and rescue-team members who may provide initial assistance. It is also relevant to professionals seeking structured, job-focused development in occupational first aid and workplace emergency response.
Key Benefits
After completing the Level 1 Award in Occupational First Aid (OFA-1) course with PIMS, participants should be better prepared to:
- Check a scene and prioritise immediate actions
- Support breathing and circulation using CPR and AED principles
- Control bleeding and recognise shock
- Communicate effectively while awaiting professional medical support
Assessment & Evaluation
The PIMS assessment for Level 1 Award in Occupational First Aid (OFA-1) evaluates the learner's understanding and practical application of the course content.
- Assessment time: 2 hours.
- The assessment is open book.
- Minimum passing score: 65%.
- A maximum of three attempts is permitted within the stated assessment period.
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