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CellAED Defibrillator Recalled Nationwide — TGA Advises Owners NOT to Use Device

Australian health authorities have issued a Critical Recall for all CellAED® defibrillators, warning the devices may fail during a cardiac emergency following the liquidation of the manufacturer, RRR Manufacturing Pty Ltd. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) confirms that all units of the CellAED — a non-rechargeable public automated external defibrillator — are affected, with owners […]

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Updates to our Remote First Aid Course

A message from Mal Thompson Hi everyone, I’m pleased to share an important update to the HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site course. These enhancements come from our RTO, Allens Training, and are designed to make your learning experience clearer, more practical, and even more relevant to real-world remote situations. Whether you’re

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Are International First Aid Courses Recognised in Australia?

“Wait, My First Aid Certificate Isn’t Valid?” Let’s Talk About That… You’ve done your training. You know how to save a life. But now you’re in Australia and someone tells you—your international first aid courses certificate isn’t recognised here? That feels wrong, right? Here’s the thing: while the basics of first aid are pretty universal,

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HLTAID005 Replaced

HLTAID005 Provide First Aid in Remote Has Been Replaced: What’s Changed?

Remote First Aid Update HLTAID005 Has Been Replaced by HLTAID013 Key Takeaway: HLTAID005 Provide First Aid in Remote Situations was discontinued and replaced by HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site. The newer unit places more emphasis on prolonged care, remote response planning, triage, communication, and practical decision-making in isolated environments. 🚨 What

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Be Careful: National CPR Foundation Courses Not Recognized in Australian Workplaces

Beware of Unrecognized CPR Certifications We at Brisbane First Aid Courses have been made aware of a concerning scam involving the National CPR Foundation. Many individuals have reported completing their courses, only to find out that theircertifications are not recognized by Australian workplaces. This has left many with worthless certificates and out-of-pocket expenses. Key Points:

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