COVID-19 UPDATE
Virus
Mask wearing helps reduce viral transmission
Our First Aid Courses are Continuing
Effective Monday 26 October 2020 Despite Stage 4 Restrictions in Victoria, our First Aid courses are still running in Melbourne! Victorians are allowed outside their homes for the following reasons:- Necessary goods and services
- Medical care and compassionate reasons
- Exercise
- Work
- Education if necessary
First Aid is Essential
Our First Aid courses are necessary education, as they are a requirement for people employed in these frontline industries:
- Construction
- Clinical Health and Biomedical Science
- Aged and Disability Care
During this COVID-19 pandemic, it's vital our students have clarity regarding our First Aid Training Courses. We continue to operate in line with government guidelines. Read the guidelines set down by our regulator regarding face-to-face training. We continue to make every attempt to safeguard the health and safety of our staff and students, since Monday 16 March 2020, implementing the following hygiene measures:
- Students are required to bring their own personal hand sanitiser for use during class to
- Reduce common touchpoint surfaces
- Mitigate against cross-infection
- Be equipped despite unreliable supply chains for bulk PPE at this time
- Observe thorough hand washing prior to course commencement and at break time/s
- Reasonable adjustments made to practical assessment, avoiding student contact during practical demonstrations as per Covid-19 advice from the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC)
- All surfaces thoroughly cleaned before and after every course
- Antibacterial wipes issued for use during the course
- Reduced class sizes
We have always set the benchmark in practising industry-leading hygiene measures. At this time, we do so with added vigilance.
Originally published at
https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com.au/resources/covid-19-update-26-october
as part of the Australia Wide First Aid Articles Library
Related Articles
Shingles | Virus Fact Sheet
Shingles is a viral infection that can occur in anyone who has had chickenpox. It's most distinct symptom is a painful, blistering rash that occurs on one side of the body. Without prompt treatment, shingles can have life-threatening complications.
All About the Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABLV)
The Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABLV) forms part of the same family as the rabies virus. ABLV infects all four species of fruit bats and flying foxes in Australia. In humans, ABLV can cause respiratory difficulties, coma and, in most cases, death.
What is in the Flu Vaccine - Ingredients
Flu viruses can change their surface structure from one year to the next. As such, new flu vaccines are developed each year. Flu vaccines comprise numerous ingredients that aid their development, purity, and efficacy.
Flu Vaccination Side Effects
Every year, new flu vaccines are developed to protect against fresh strains of the flu virus. Flu vaccines can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe. Speak with your doctor if you have any concerns about receiving the flu vaccine.
What Happened to the Flu in 2020 & 2021?
This year, the flu is hitting Australia hard. We've lost our natural immunity against the flu, as it all but disappeared for the last two years. It is important to understand why the flu disappeared, so we can manage the current flu season.
Decrease Your Risk of Flu
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that affects the lungs, nose, and throat. Though the flu generally only causes mild symptoms, it can lead to serious health complications among certain high-risk groups.
5 Differences Between Cold and Flu
Here in Australia, cold and flu season is well and truly upon us. Though the common cold and the flu have many similarities, there are some key differences to look out for to guide your treatment and recovery.
What is Monkeypox and Should you be Worried?
Monkeypox is a rare condition that is caused by the monkeypox virus. Its symptoms include fever, headache, and skin lesions. Cases of monkeypox have now been detected in Australia and across several European countries.
Measles in Australia
Measles is an acute, highly infectious illness caused by the measles virus. It can lead to serious complication such as pneumonia (lung infection) and encephalitis (inflammation to the brain)
Japanese Encephalitis Threat Gets Real
The virus threat that Australians need to worry about now is Japanese Encephalitis. It has already claimed the lives of one man in Victoria and another man in NSW.