Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update We Are Open As An Essential Service
COVID-19 Update Monday 9th August 2021:
NSW:
Even though greater Sydney is in lockdown classes are still operating in Sydney CBD, Parramatta and Hornsby.
We are deemed an educational facility and one of the reasons you can
still leave home. We are always ensuring our business is CovidSafe and
ensure staff follow strict sanitising and distancing
practices in all venues. Masks are compulsory for learners in classes at
all times unless an exemption applies.
VIC: Even though greater Victoria is going into lockdown classes are still operating.
We are deemed an educational facility and one of the reasons you can
still leave home. We are always ensuring our business is CovidSafe and
ensure staff follow strict sanitising and distancing
practices in all venues. Masks are compulsory for learners in classes at
all times unless an exemption applies. Classes available NOW at Melbourne CBD, Dandenong, Bundoora and Laverton.
SA: There are currently no lockdowns or restrictions in Adelaide in regards to attending first aid classes. We still follow strict sanitising and distancing practices in all classes to remain covid safe.
QLD: There are currently no lockdowns or restrictions in QLD in regards to attending first aid classes. We still follow strict sanitising and distancing practices in all classes to remain covid safe.
WA: There are currently no lockdowns or restrictions in Perth in regards to attending first aid classes. We still follow strict sanitising and distancing practices in all classes to remain covid safe.
If you are attending this week please see further information below:
CPR First Aid is actively monitoring advice from the Australian Government, the Chief Medical Office and the Australian First Aid Training Council in relation to Coronavirus (COVID-19) and precautions we must put in place to ensure client health and safety in our classes.
HOW ARE WE MEETING GOVERNMENT & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS?
1. We are an essential service and still able to deliver first aid and CPR courses
2. We are required to ensure 1.5m social distancing requirements as an educational facility
3. We have implemented stringent hygiene practices:
- hand washing / sanitising (20 second handwashing) before and after entering the class
- hand washing / sanitising after touching any equipment
- handwashing / sanitising is also enforced if a learner touches any
personal belongings, such as a mobile phone, in the class environment
- sanitised surfaces and equipment with antibacterial sprays
4. We have modified assessments:
- no touching other learners in the classroom
- learners will place themselves in recovery positions
- 1 person using a manikin in their own space
- Social distancing during all assessment activities
- Bandaging – learners to bandage themselves or their manikin
- CPR – learners to simulate CPR and will not put their face or mouth
on manikins, but will still be given alcohol wipes and faceshields in
line with our standard practices
WHEN YOU MUST NOT ATTEND:
•
We ask that anyone contact us or postpone coming to one of our classes
if they have been in contact with any person with suspected or diagnosed
COVID-19, or if they themselves are feeling unwell.
• Any client who
attends a class with flu like symptoms will be asked by the trainer to
leave. We must ensure exclusion of anyone showing signs of being sick in
our classes, for the safety of our staff and everyone else attending
the training session.
• Sick clients should reschedule once they have medical clearance
• Signs and Symptoms of COVID-19:
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Dry Cough
- Sore Throat
- Shortness of Breath
CPR
First Aid has had no individuals with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in
any venues across Australia, and our continued priority is to ensure we
are being proactive for the safety of our clients, and staff.