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# Our COVID Safe Plan

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Virus

Here at Australia Wide First Aid, we are committed to the safety of our students, their loved ones, and the wider community.

As such, in line with current government guidelines, we recommend students adhere to the following safety measures before or during their first aid course:

- Practise good hygiene – wash your hands often for 20 seconds with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitiser
- Clean and sanitise any surfaces or objects you use
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
- Get tested and stay home if you have any cold or flu symptoms
- Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations

## More Tips

For more tips on [protecting yourself and others](https://www.health.gov.au/news/antibiotics-wont-do-for-colds-and-flu) from COVID-19, head to the Department of Health and Aged Care’s website.

## Similar articles

- [Virus Fact Sheet: Shingles ](https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com/resources/shingles): 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.
- [Rabies in Australia: The Australian Bat Lyssavirus ](https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com/resources/australian-bat-lyssavirus): 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.
- [Flu Vaccination Side Effects](https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com/resources/flu-vaccine-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.

## Learn this hands-on

Reading is a start — a nationally accredited course makes it stick. [Find a course and check live session availability](https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com/#find-course).

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