Furthermore, the first-aid courses are best taught on ... the benefits to their firms by having employees receive occupational first-aid training.

The institute urged employers and employees to take part in the Occupational Psychology First Aid course to increase awareness and skills in dealing with work stress.

KUALA LUMPUR: Over 10,000 workers across Malaysia have been trained to deal with mental health emergencies thanks to the Occupational Mental Health First Aid (OMHFA) programme, says Steven Sim ...