Legal & compliance
First Aid & CPR Austria
First aid and CPR training is regulated by law in Austria. Whether you are an employer, a childcare provider, or an individual who wants to be prepared, this section outlines the legal framework that applies to your region so you can make informed decisions about your training.
Workplace first aid requirements
In Austria, workplace first aid is governed by Workers' Protection Act (ArbeitnehmerInnenschutzgesetz, ASchG), transposing EU Framework Directive 89/391/EEC, administered by Labour Inspectorate (Arbeitsinspektion) and the General Accident Insurance Institution (AUVA). Employers must ensure a trained first aider is available at all times.
Good Samaritan law
Good Samaritan protections in Austria.
Childcare CPR & first aid requirements
Childcare certification requirements for Austria.
Online course recognition
Online CPR and first aid training is recognized in Austria. Our courses combine rigorous online learning with practical assessment to deliver legitimate, evidence-based certification.