HLTAID009 CPR Training Equipment: A Practical Checklist for RTOs & First Aid Trainers

Delivering HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation requires more than simply demonstrating CPR technique. Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and first aid trainers need suitable equipment, realistic training resources and enough consumables to support practical learner participation and assessment.

This guide provides a practical overview of the equipment and supplies that may be useful when preparing to deliver HLTAID009 CPR training in Australia, including CPR manikins, AED trainers, personal protective equipment and commonly used training consumables.

If you are restocking a training centre or preparing for upcoming CPR courses, browse our first aid and CPR training supplies for RTOs and first aid trainers across Australia.

What is HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation?

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation is the nationally recognised unit of competency covering the skills and knowledge required to perform CPR in accordance with Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines.

The unit applies to people who may need to provide CPR in workplace, community and other emergency situations.

The current unit covers areas including:

  • recognising and assessing an emergency situation;
  • ensuring the safety of the rescuer, bystanders and casualty;
  • recognising when CPR is required;
  • performing CPR procedures;
  • using an automated external defibrillator (AED);
  • communicating incident information; and
  • reviewing the first aid response.

Trainers and RTOs should always refer to the current  HLTAID009 unit and assessment requirements on Training.gov.au when determining their training and assessment resources.

What equipment is required for HLTAID009 assessment?

The national assessment conditions for HLTAID009 specify access to several important pieces of equipment.

Training resource Role in HLTAID009 training
Adult resuscitation manikin Used to demonstrate and assess adult CPR procedures.
Infant resuscitation manikin Used to demonstrate and assess infant CPR procedures.
AED training device Allows learners to safely demonstrate following AED prompts and simulated defibrillation.
Personal protective equipment Supports realistic emergency scenarios and the application of appropriate precautions.

Assessment must also take place in an environment that provides realistic scenarios and simulations relevant to situations where CPR may be required.

Adult CPR manikins for HLTAID009

An adult CPR manikin is one of the key pieces of equipment used during HLTAID009 training and assessment.

Under the current performance evidence, learners must demonstrate at least two minutes of uninterrupted single-rescuer CPR, consisting of compressions and ventilations, on an adult resuscitation manikin positioned on the floor.

For trainers running regular classes, features worth considering when selecting CPR manikins can include:

  • realistic chest compression resistance;
  • visible or electronic CPR feedback;
  • replaceable lung systems;
  • easy cleaning between learners;
  • availability of replacement parts;
  • portable storage and transport; and
  • durability for repeated classroom use.

Feedback-enabled CPR manikins can also help learners recognise whether their technique is producing appropriate compression performance during supervised practice.

Infant CPR manikins

HLTAID009 also requires learners to demonstrate CPR on an infant resuscitation manikin.

The current performance evidence requires at least two minutes of uninterrupted single-rescuer CPR involving compressions and ventilations on an infant manikin positioned on a firm surface.

Because adult and infant CPR require different practical techniques, an appropriate infant manikin allows learners to practise these differences in a realistic training environment.

AED trainers for HLTAID009

Automated external defibrillator training forms an important part of HLTAID009.

Learners are required to demonstrate the use of an AED during the adult CPR scenario, including following the device prompts to deliver at least one simulated shock.

A dedicated AED trainer allows this to be practised safely without using a live defibrillator.

Useful features when choosing an AED trainer include:

  • clear voice prompts;
  • reusable training electrode pads;
  • adult training scenarios;
  • easy setup and reset between learners;
  • portable construction for mobile trainers; and
  • readily available replacement pads, cables and accessories.

Enzo Medix supplies the XFT MINI AED Trainer, a compact training-only device designed for simulated CPR and AED training.

CPR face shields and training barriers

CPR face shields and other resuscitation barriers are commonly used as supporting consumables during CPR classes.

HLTAID009 knowledge requirements include infection-control procedures, standard precautions and the use of resuscitation barrier devices. Providing learners with suitable training barriers can support realistic practice while helping trainers manage hygiene during classes.

For courses with multiple participants, disposable CPR manikin face shields can be particularly convenient because individual barriers can be distributed to learners during practical activities.

CPR training masks and replacement filter valves

Depending on the training equipment and teaching approach being used, resuscitation masks may also form part of CPR practice.

Trainers using compatible reusable training masks should keep sufficient replacement valves or filters available for the number of learners attending each session.

Enzo Medix supplies CPR training filter valves for compatible training masks and manikin-based practice.

Always check compatibility with your existing equipment before ordering replacement valves, filters or training accessories.

Replacement CPR manikin lung bags

Manikin consumables are easy to overlook when planning training stock. Depending on the manikin system being used, internal lung bags or airway components may require replacement as part of normal maintenance, hygiene procedures or manufacturer recommendations.

Training centres using compatible Prestan manikins can source Prestan CPR manikin lung bags in packs of 50 for regular course and training-centre restocking.

Always use replacement components designed for the particular manikin model being used and follow the manufacturer's cleaning, inspection and maintenance instructions.

PPE and hygiene supplies for CPR training

Personal protective equipment is specifically included in the HLTAID009 assessment conditions.

In addition to the equipment required for assessment, trainers commonly keep supporting hygiene and classroom consumables available to make practical sessions easier to manage.

Depending on the course setup and equipment manufacturer instructions, this may include:

  • disposable gloves;
  • CPR face shields;
  • training masks and compatible filters;
  • approved manikin cleaning products;
  • hand hygiene products;
  • waste bags;
  • replacement manikin lungs or airways; and
  • spare AED trainer pads and cables.

Cleaning products should always be suitable for the equipment being cleaned. Follow the manikin or training-device manufacturer's instructions rather than assuming that every disinfectant or alcohol-based product is compatible.

HLTAID009 CPR training equipment checklist

A practical equipment checklist for an RTO or first aid trainer preparing for HLTAID009 may look like this:

  • Adult CPR resuscitation manikin
  • Infant CPR resuscitation manikin
  • AED training device
  • AED training electrode pads
  • Personal protective equipment
  • CPR manikin face shields or suitable training barriers
  • CPR training masks where used
  • Replacement filter valves where required
  • Replacement manikin lungs or airways where required
  • Appropriate manikin cleaning supplies
  • Disposable gloves
  • Spare batteries for battery-operated training equipment
  • Replacement AED trainer cables or accessories
  • Waste bags and general classroom consumables

This is a practical stock-planning checklist rather than a replacement for the official assessment requirements. Each RTO should determine the equipment and quantities required by referring to the current unit of competency, assessment requirements, its training and assessment strategy, assessment tools, learner numbers and relevant equipment instructions.

How much CPR training equipment should an RTO keep?

There is no single purchasing quantity that will suit every training organisation.

The amount of equipment needed will depend on factors such as:

  • the number of learners attending each course;
  • how practical activities are rotated between learners;
  • the number of trainers delivering simultaneously;
  • course frequency;
  • assessment scheduling;
  • available classroom space;
  • equipment cleaning and turnaround time; and
  • the RTO's own training and assessment arrangements.

Busy providers may also benefit from keeping spare AED trainer pads, replacement cables, manikin lungs, face shields and other high-use consumables available so a damaged or depleted item does not interrupt a scheduled class.

Keeping HLTAID009 consumable costs under control

CPR courses can use a significant quantity of consumables when delivered regularly. Small per-student costs can become substantial when an RTO is training hundreds or thousands of learners each year.

Some practical ways to manage training costs include:

  • buying frequently used CPR consumables in larger quantities;
  • using compatible reusable AED training pads where appropriate;
  • keeping replacement components available instead of replacing complete devices;
  • standardising equipment across multiple trainers or locations;
  • maintaining a minimum stock level for high-use consumables; and
  • reviewing recurring supply requirements with your supplier.

Organisations purchasing regularly can also visit our bulk first aid supplies and account pricing page for larger orders and recurring supply requirements.

CPR training supplies for Australian RTOs and first aid trainers

Enzo Medix supplies CPR and first aid training equipment to RTOs, independent trainers, workplace training providers, schools, healthcare educators and organisations throughout Australia.

Our training range includes CPR manikin face shields, training masks, replacement filter valves, manikin consumables, AED trainers, AED training pads and other practical first aid training products.

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For larger course volumes or recurring training-centre requirements, contact Enzo Medix for assistance with product selection and bulk supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment is required for HLTAID009 CPR training?

The current national assessment conditions specify access to adult and infant resuscitation manikins, AED training devices and personal protective equipment. The assessment environment must also provide realistic scenarios and simulations. RTOs should check the current Training.gov.au requirements when planning their resources.

Does HLTAID009 require an adult CPR manikin?

Yes. The current performance evidence requires a learner to perform at least two minutes of uninterrupted single-rescuer CPR involving compressions and ventilations on an adult resuscitation manikin positioned on the floor.

Does HLTAID009 require an infant manikin?

Yes. Learners must also demonstrate at least two minutes of uninterrupted single-rescuer CPR involving compressions and ventilations on an infant resuscitation manikin positioned on a firm surface.

Is an AED trainer required for HLTAID009?

Access to AED training devices is included in the current assessment conditions. During the adult CPR scenario, learners must demonstrate following AED prompts to deliver at least one simulated shock.

Do I need a real AED for CPR training?

A dedicated AED training device is designed for simulated practice and does not deliver a therapeutic shock. Trainers should use equipment appropriate to their training and assessment requirements rather than using a live AED as though it were a training device.

Are CPR face shields required for HLTAID009?

The assessment conditions specifically identify manikins, AED training devices and PPE. The knowledge requirements also cover infection control, standard precautions and resuscitation barrier devices. CPR face shields and other barriers are therefore commonly useful training consumables, but RTOs should determine their specific resource requirements from the current unit, assessment tools, training approach and equipment instructions.

Where can RTOs buy HLTAID009 CPR training supplies?

Enzo Medix supplies CPR and first aid training products to RTOs and trainers throughout Australia, including CPR face shields, manikin consumables, training masks, replacement valves, AED trainers and related training accessories.

Information in this article is intended as a general training-resource guide and does not replace the current HLTAID009 unit of competency, assessment requirements, Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines, RTO requirements or applicable regulatory guidance. Always check current official requirements before determining training and assessment resources. 

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