Practical workplace emergency training

Basic Occupational First Aid, CPR & AED Training Malaysia

Build the practical skills and confidence to respond to workplace injuries, choking, severe bleeding and sudden cardiac arrest before professional help arrives.

2-Day BOFA 1-Day Refresher In-House Nationwide Public Classes HRD Corp Claimable*
Choose the right programme

BOFA training options

Select comprehensive training for new workplace first aiders or a focused refresher for participants with previous first-aid training.

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Basic Occupational First Aid, CPR & AED

Two days

Structured theory, trainer demonstrations, supervised practice and assessment covering the essential response to common workplace emergencies.

  • Suitable for new workplace first aiders
  • CPR and AED practical sessions
  • Injury and medical-emergency response
  • In-house or scheduled public class
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BOFA Refresher Training

One day

Refresh essential knowledge, correct unsafe techniques and rebuild confidence through supervised practical exercises and workplace scenarios.

  • For participants with previous first-aid training
  • CPR, AED, choking and bleeding-control review
  • Practical correction and feedback
  • Prior training evidence may be requested
FormatDurationRecommended for
Complete BOFA, CPR & AEDTwo daysNew first aiders and employees requiring comprehensive training
BOFA RefresherOne dayExisting first aiders refreshing knowledge and practical skills
Public trainingPublished scheduleIndividuals or organisations registering a small number of participants
Training throughout Malaysia

In-house training adapted to your workplace

Conducted at your workplace or preferred venue, the programme can reflect your operations, hazards, emergency arrangements and workforce needs.

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Convenient delivery

Arrange dates around operational needs and reduce employee travel and accommodation requirements.

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Relevant scenarios

Use examples and practical scenarios suited to your industry, work activities and emergency risks.

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Team coordination

Improve communication among first aiders, supervisors and Emergency Response Team members.

Explore first-aid training by location

In-house arrangements are also available in Putrajaya, Pahang, Terengganu, Kelantan, Perak, Penang, Kedah, Perlis, Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan, subject to trainer availability and logistics.

Practical capability

What participants will learn

  • Assess an emergency scene safely
  • Check responsiveness, airway and breathing
  • Activate workplace emergency procedures
  • Place a suitable casualty in the recovery position
  • Recognise possible cardiac arrest
  • Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Use an Automated External Defibrillator safely
  • Respond to choking
  • Control severe external bleeding
  • Provide initial care for wounds and burns
  • Recognise and manage signs of shock
  • Assist with fractures and soft-tissue injuries
  • Monitor a casualty while awaiting help
  • Communicate and hand over effectively
Course coverage

Course content

Tap each module to view the topics. Final scope is confirmed in the official proposal or public-class information.

1. Workplace first-aid responsibilities
  • Purpose and principles of first aid
  • Role and limitations of a first aider
  • Personal safety and infection prevention
  • Reporting and communication
2. Scene and casualty assessment
  • Immediate hazards and scene safety
  • Responsiveness, airway and breathing
  • Calling for emergency assistance
  • Monitoring and casualty handover
3. Unconscious casualty, CPR and AED
  • Recovery position
  • Recognising cardiac arrest
  • Chest compressions and CPR practice
  • AED safety, pad placement and voice prompts
  • Clearance during analysis and shock delivery
4. Choking, bleeding, wounds and shock
  • Mild and severe airway obstruction
  • Direct pressure and severe bleeding
  • Embedded objects and nosebleeds
  • Recognising and managing shock
5. Burns, exposure and musculoskeletal injuries
  • Thermal, chemical and electrical injuries
  • Eye exposure and appropriate cooling
  • Fractures, sprains and strains
  • Immobilisation and safe handling principles
6. Selected medical emergencies
  • Fainting and seizures
  • Heat exhaustion and heat stroke
  • Asthma and allergic reactions
  • Heart attack and stroke warning signs
  • Diabetic emergencies and poisoning
7. Practical workplace scenarios and assessment
  • Cardiac arrest with CPR and AED
  • Choking and severe bleeding
  • Burns, falls and chemical exposure
  • Team response, communication and handover
Suitable participants

Who should attend?

  • Appointed workplace first aiders
  • ERT members
  • Safety and Health Officers
  • OSH Coordinators
  • Supervisors and line leaders
  • HR and security personnel
  • Production and maintenance employees
  • Office, warehouse and construction teams
Industry-focused delivery

Industries supported

  • Manufacturing
  • Construction
  • Warehousing and logistics
  • Offices and commercial buildings
  • Hotels and hospitality
  • Educational institutions
  • Palm oil and agriculture
  • Chemical, process and engineering

Why choose ETAS Excellent?

Practical, industry-focused training with experienced OSH trainers, hands-on activities, realistic workplace scenarios, bilingual delivery options and support from enquiry through programme completion.

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Important: ETAS Excellent PLT is registered with HRD Corp, DOSH Malaysia, CIDB and the Ministry of Finance. Provider registration should not be interpreted as approval or recognition of every individual course unless confirmed in official programme documentation. HRD Corp claims remain subject to employer eligibility, current requirements and approval.
Questions answered

Frequently asked questions

Is BOFA training available throughout Malaysia?

Yes. In-house training can be arranged throughout Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak, subject to scheduling and logistical arrangements.

How long are the programmes?

The complete BOFA, CPR and AED programme is normally two days. BOFA Refresher Training is one day for participants with relevant previous training.

Are CPR, AED and hands-on practice included?

Yes. The programme includes trainer demonstrations and supervised practice using appropriate training equipment, according to the confirmed scope.

Can the training be customised?

Yes. In-house examples and scenarios can be adapted to your industry, workplace hazards and emergency-response arrangements.

Is the programme HRD Corp claimable?

It may be claimable, subject to employer eligibility, current HRD Corp requirements and approval of the employer’s grant application.

Will participants receive a certificate?

Certificate arrangements depend on attendance, assessment requirements and the agreed certification arrangement. The official proposal or quotation will confirm the details.

How are fees and class size determined?

Fees and recommended class size depend on the selected programme, participant numbers, location, practical equipment, certification needs, venue and trainer-to-participant ratio. Contact ETAS Excellent for a formal quotation.

First-aid preparedness

Training is one part of the system

Employers should also review first-aid needs against workforce size, hazards, shifts, location, distance from medical facilities, incident history and emergency arrangements. Maintain suitable facilities, stocked supplies, inspection records, communication arrangements and procedures.

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