First Aid for Workplaces - A good Practice Guide
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What Training do First Aiders need?
It is recommended that training of workplace first aiders is carried out by people who work for an organisation accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority. A list of registered training providers is available at www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers/index.do
First aid certificates are issued by training providers and are evidence that the person has completed the requirements for the certificate. They are valid for two years.
A refresher course is recommended every two years to keep the first aid certificate current, and update the first aider's knowledge.
If a certificate has lapsed for more than three calendar months from the certificate's expiry date, the certificate holder should complete a full first aid course.
Training courses can be conducted at, or away from, your workplace.
For further information on first aid training requirements, visit the NZQA website www.nzqa.govt.nz.