Occupational First Aid Course

The Occupational First Aid (OFA) course is specifically designed for workplace professionals who need comprehensive, regulatory-compliant certification to ensure a safe work environment.

Why Choose The Occupational First Aid Course at SFATC?

• MOM & WSHC Recognized: This course meets all mandatory legal requirements for companies to have trained first aiders on-site.
• Comprehensive Trauma Coverage: Unlike basic courses, OFA covers industrial-specific injuries including poisoning and chemical exposure.
• Expertly Workplace Ready: Learn from veteran trainers who simulate real-world workplace accident scenarios.

What You Will Learn:

• Life-Saving CPR & AED: Full certification for adult resuscitation.
• Workplace and Industry Injury Care: Managing workplace-specific wounds, eye injuries, and industrial burns.
• Casualty Management: Dealing with unconscious patients, fits, and stroke in a corporate or site environment.
• Safety & Prevention: Understanding the principles of accident prevention and first aid box requirements. 

Why Choose SFATC:

• 24 Years Of First Aid Excellence: SFATC has a robust track record of over 2 decades in the first aid training industry
• Over 2 Decades Of Occupational First Aid Training: SFATC has been an Approved Training Provider / Learning Service Provider under the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) for more than 20 years, allowing us to perfect the delivery of the Occupational First Aid Course
• Over Half A Million Trained: We have trained and certified over 500,000++ learners to date from all sectors
• Locally And Internationally Accredited: SFATC is the only first aid and life support training centre in Singapore that is accredited both locally and internationally
• Singapore’s Highest Rated Training Provider: With over 32,000 Google Reviews and a 4.9-star average, our commitment to excellence speaks for itself. 

“The trainers were great course facilitators! I attended the OFAR training and was satisfied with the overall experience. Keep up the great work!”

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Gracianne de Gracia

“Best institute to learn about OFA courses for the workplace. Good trainers.”

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The goal of the Occupational First Aid Course is to equip you with the skills to:

• Act Decisively: Recognize life-threatening emergencies and execute the Primary (DRSABC) and Secondary surveys.
• Deliver Life Support: Perform high-quality CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and operate an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) with precision.
• Stabilize Workplace Injuries: Apply bandaging and splinting for fractures and soft tissue injuries.
• Handle Medical Emergencies: Manage acute conditions like breathing difficulties, heat disorders, and stroke.
• Promote Workplace Safety: Understand essential safety and accident prevention requirements, and identify common industrial accidents and hazardous work.
• Ensure Legal Compliance: Understand first aid requirements under the WSH (First Aid) Regulations.

To successfully complete the Occupational First Aid Course, you will need to

• Attend all in-class sessions
• Achieve a minimum 80% score for theory assessment
• Successfully complete all practical assessments for CPR+AED and bandaging
• Respond correctly to scenario-based oral assessment

Although most learners succeed at first try for all assessments, up to 2 attempts are given to complete theory assessments successfully. Only 1 attempt is given to demonstrate competency for the practical assessment and the scenario-based oral assessment.

Occupational First Aid Course learners must be

• Proficient in English
• Able to perform moderate physical activities such as CPR
• Willing to practice techniques on one another

The Occupational First Aid Course is eligible for SSG Funding and SkillsFuture Credits (SFC). This is handled automatically on our Baoza platform. 

SkillsFuture Funding & Eligibility

• Instant Subsidy: Funding is subjected to SSG approval. During registration, your applicable subsidy will be automatically calculated—you only pay the Nett Fee (balance after funding).
• Confirmation: Your seat is secured once your nett fee payment is received.
• Compliance Requirements: To maintain your subsidy, you must record your attendance via the Singpass App and successfully pass all assessments.
• Funding Liability: If SSG requirements are not met (e.g., absence or assessment failure), or if SSG rejects the claim, the participant or sponsoring company will be liable for the full, non-funded course fee.

Payment

All payment must be made at registration. Please ensure that your payment is complete to secure your spot in the class.

FAQs:

Who is required to take the Occupational First Aid (OFA) course? 

Under the Workplace Safety and Health (First Aid) Regulations, companies—particularly those in high-risk industries like construction and manufacturing—must have appointed, trained first aiders on-site. This course is designed specifically for these designated individuals.

How long is the MOM Recognised Occupational First Aid certification valid? 

The Occupational First Aid certification is valid for 2 years. To maintain compliance, first aiders must attend a refresher course before their current certificate expires.

Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in the OFA course? 

Participants should have a basic proficiency in English and be physically comfortable performing moderate activities, such as hands-on CPR practice and buddy or group practices sessions. 

Is the course fee eligible for SkillsFuture Credits (SFC) or SSG funding? 

Yes. The OFA course is eligible for SSG funding and SkillsFuture Credits (SFC). When registering via our Baoza platform, your subsidy is automatically calculated so you only pay the nett fee.

What happens if I miss a session or fail the assessment? 

To remain eligible for SSG funding, trainees must use the Singpass app for attendance and pass all written and practical assessments. If these requirements are not met, the trainee or sponsoring company may be liable for the full, non-funded course fee.

Is the Occupational First Aid course mandatory for my company?

Yes, under the WSH (First Aid) Regulations, every workplace must have a sufficient number of occupational trained first aiders trained under an Learning Service Provider (LSP), based on the number of employees and risk level. SFATC has been an ATP / LSP for Occupational First Aid Course and Refresher Course for over 20 years. 

What is the difference between the Standard First Aid Course and the Occupational First Aid Course?

Standard First Aid (SFA) is general, while Occupational First Aid (OFA) is specifically geared toward workplace hazards, legal compliance under MOM, and industrial injuries like industrial toxicology and occupational eye injuries.

Which course is more recognised: Standard First Aid Course or the Occupational First Aid Course?

While both courses cater for different requirements, Standard First Aid (SFA) Certification is generally accepted across more sectors including for sports and fitness, education, general public, governmental organisations and uniform groups, while Occupational First Aid (OFA) is specific for meeting legal compliance for workplaces set by the Ministry of Manpower. 

If I wish to become a first aid instructor, should I take the Standard First Aid Course or the Occupational First Aid Course to meet the prerequisites?

According to the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council, to be eligible for the first aid instructor course in Singapore (Standard First Aid Instructor Course), you must have a valid Standard First Aid Course certificate. Since Occupational First Aid falls outside of SRFAC administration (OFA falls under WSHC and MOM control), the Occupational First Aid Certification cannot be used to qualify as an entry prerequisite for the Standard First Aid Instructor Course and a Standard First Aid Certification is still required. 

Are there exams for the Occupational First Aid Course?

Yes, you must pass a MCQ theory assessment, practical assessments covering CPR, AED usage, and bandaging/immobilization techniques, and a scenario-based oral assessment to be certified. 

Is the Occupational First Aid Course easy? Will it be difficult to pass the OFA Course?

Although the Occupational First Aid Course covers a wide spectrum of occupational first aid topics and skills practice, it is easy to follow and delivered in a highly interactive manner to encourage retention. Not only is the success rate of learners very high, they feel confident and more prepared to perform during emergency situations at work.