Apply (Senior) First Aid Certificate Delivery and Assessment Guide

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1 Apply (Senior) First Aid Certificate Delivery and Assessment Guide HLTFA301B Apply first aid HLTCPR201A Perform CPR HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support

2 Acknowledgments This education resource has been developed by the Australian Lifesaving Academy. Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) would like to acknowledge the following people who contributed their time and expertise to support the development of this resource: Marcia Fife (Surf Life Saving Queensland), Robert O Brien (Surf Life Saving Australia), Bob Powell (Surf Life Saving New South Wales), Danielle Smith (Life Saving Victoria), Stuart Wall (Lifesaving Victoria). SLSA would like to acknowledge the financial support it has received from the Federal Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Commonwealth of Australia. The Commonwealth of Australia does not give any warranty nor accept any liability in relation to the content of this work. Lifesaving Victoria would like to acknowledge the following person for adjusting the resource for Victoria: Danielle Smith- State Research and Resource Development Co-ordinator Matt Ponsford-First Aid and Emergency Care Special Interest Group Member Surf Life Saving Australia Ltd This work is copyright, but permission is given to SLSA trainers and assessors to make copies for use within their own training environment. This permission does not extend to making copies for use outside the immediate training environment for which they are made, or the making of copies for hire or resale to third parties. For permission outside these guidelines, apply in writing to: Surf Life Saving Australia Locked Bag 1010, Rosebery NSW 2018 Ph: (02) Fax: (02) Web For information on other training programs available from the Australian Lifesaving Academy please visit our website at SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 2

3 Contents Acknowledgments... 2 Contents... 3 Introduction and Administration... 5 Course Overview... 5 How to supply feedback on improving this resource... 5 How to use this... 6 Terminology... 7 Icons... 8 Course Administration Checklist... 9 Joining Instructions Learning and Assessment Strategy Development Qualification Details Pathways (including recognition) Prerequisites Delivery Modes Assessment Methodologies Infrastructure Requirements Delivery and Assessment Staff Course Evaluation Learning Resources Learner Course Information Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Lesson Plans Course Summary Flexible delivery one day course Topic 1 - Part 1 Course Introduction Topic 1 - Part 2 Introduction to Senior First Aid Topic 2 Resuscitation Topic 3 Secondary and ongoing casualty management Topic 4 Shock and allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) Topic 5 Respiratory conditions Topic 6 Cardiovascular conditions Topic 7 Bleeding (Part 1) Topic 8 Casualty Handling Topic 9 Bleeding (Part 2) Topic 10 Medical Emergencies Topic 11 Musculoskeletal injuries Topic 12 Head, spinal, chest and abdominal Injuries Topic 13 Poison, Bites and Stings Topic 14 Extremes of Heat and Cold Topic 14 Course Review Topic 15 Assessment Learner Guide - Support Information Flexible delivery sample answers SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 3

4 Assessment Summary Assessment Activities Assessment Task 1: Written Questioning Assessment Task 2: Patient Assessment and CPR Assessment Task 3: First Aid Report Form Assessment Task 4: Asthma Inhaler Use Assessment Task 5: Choking Assessment Task 6: Carries and Supports Assessment Task 7: Basic First Aid Scenario Assessment Task 8: Pressure Immobilisation Bandage Assessment Task 9: Treatment of Strain/Sprain Assessment Task 10: First Aid Scenario Assessment Tools Unrestricted Assessment Tools Restricted Assessment Tools APPENDICES SUMMARY APPENDIX 1 Group Assessment Tools Group Assessment Summary and Competency Record... 1 APPENDIX 2 Restricted Assessment Tools... 2 APPENDIX 3 RPL Documentation... 3 Introduction... 2 Senior First Aid Certificate... 3 Senior First Aid Certificate Evidence Sheets... 4 Evidence Sheets... 5 Evidence Sheets... 6 Self Assessment... 7 RPL Assessment Portfolio Learner Details Competency Record RPL Assessment Summary APPENDIX 4 Mapping Documentation... 1 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 4

5 Introduction and Administration Course Overview The purpose of this course is to help participants to gain the knowledge and skills to deliver emergency care and deal with injuries at an incident scene. Participants will also develop knowledge and skills to enable them to demonstrate competence in the nationally recognised unit(s) of competency: HLTCPR201A Perform CPR HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support HLTFA301B Apply first aid PUAEME001B Provide emergency care PUAEME002C Manage injuries at an emergency incident The units starting with the prefix HLT are from the HLT07 Health Training Package suite of generic first aid competencies, they are not aligned to a particular qualification. Depending upon the competencies your State Academy is registered to deliver, you may also be issued the units of competency starting with the prefix PUA which are from the Public Safety Training Package and are core units in of the Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) This Learner Guide can also be used to complete the subset courses of Resuscitation or Basic Emergency Care. How to supply feedback on improving this resource All resources developed by the Australian Lifesaving Academy are reviewed at least annually and updated as required. Feedback can be supplied through the online Improvement Requests form on the Resource Development Page at or in writing to: Training Improvement Requests Surf Life Saving Australia Locked Bag 1010 Rosebery, NSW, 2018 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 5

6 How to use this This delivery and assessment guide is primarily designed for trainers delivering a full course with 18 face to face contact hours. Trainers should: review the lesson plans and become familiar with the course layout make notes about how they will deliver the course including: personal anecdotes interesting activities additional resources they will require review the supplied PowerPoint presentations, become familiar with the information available on the slides make any alterations to the PowerPoint that they feel that are appropriate to their target audience follow the course structure when delivering because: the course builds knowledge in a logical order the course is designed to allow participant exit points at the Resuscitation Certificate and Basic Emergency Care levels. When delivering the course as a single day program, trainers should follow the same preparation outlined above but focus on practical activities as the participants will have covered the theoretical knowledge while completing the flexible delivery learner guide or the e-learning course. Assessors should: familiarise themselves with the assessment tasks outlined in this Delivery and Assessment Guide plan a number of scenarios for use during the assessment ensure they have sufficient copies of the Theory Assessment Paper ensure they have sufficient resources including manikins and practise first aid kits and supplies SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 6

7 Terminology The following terms are used throughout this guide. First Aid - CPR - First aid is the initial care of the suddenly sick or injured until medical aid arrives or the casualty recovers. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is the combination of rescue breaths and chest compressions to artificially continue oxygenation and circulation of blood until medical aid arrives SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 7

8 Icons The following icons (symbols) are used throughout this manual to indicate the types of activities you will be undertaking as you work through the module. Course Aim and Objectives This icon is used to bring attention to the course aim and objectives. Reading This icon indicates learners are required to undertake an individual reading task. Individual Learning Activity This icon indicates that learners are required to undertake an individual learning task. This will usually involve the documenting of individual thoughts and ideas. Group Learning Activity This icon indicates that learners are required to undertake a group learning task. Group activities may be completed in pairs, trios or larger groups. Case Study This icon indicates that learners are required to undertake an analysis of a particular case or situation used as a basis for drawing conclusions in similar situations. Remember this! This icon is used to recap important and critical issues or content that learners should pay particular attention to. Assessment Activity This icon indicates that learners are required to undertake an individual assessment of their skills and/or knowledge. This may involve completion of a scenario, a set of multiple choice questions and/or an exam. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 8

9 Course Administration Checklist Use the checklist below to assist in preparing for your delivery of Senior First Aid Certificate course. Steps Day to be completed Tick when complete Six weeks before delivering module Obtain and read the course materials and make a personal list of preparation required. Book venue and catering arrangements for each separate session Book training resources and equipment for each separate session Promote course and organise participants 2 weeks before delivering module Confirm participant numbers and send out joining instructions see example on the next page. Confirm bookings for venue, catering, training resources and equipment Obtain sufficient copies of participant materials for group size Organise copying of any additional handouts, documents or forms 1 week before delivering module Complete own preparation Day before delivering module Set up training room and equipment if possible, positioning training resources, materials and documentation Ring/ reminder to participants about start time and to check all preparation listed in joining instructions have been completed First day of module Brief participants on training venue facilities, OH&S considerations and course administration Ensure participants sign attendance sheet SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 9

10 Joining Instructions This is an example only of the type of information that should be provided to participants prior to attendance at this course. You will need to fill in the spaces with appropriate information. Dear Welcome to the Senior First Aid Certificate course. The course will be held: Venue: Dates: Times: Dress requirements: - please arrive ten minutes prior to start time. Casual dress appropriate for classroom based work including kneeling on the floor and moving and lifting other participants in scenario based activities Your facilitator will be: I hope you enjoy the course. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 10

11 Learning and Assessment Strategy Development This course has been developed to meet the needs of participants who wish to develop the skills and knowledge as a workplace First Aider. Proposed Target Group This course has a broad application for people requiring first aid skills for the home, as a workplace first-aider through to first responders. Participants may be aged 14 years and older Internal Clients While this course is suitable as a base set of skills for internal SLSA members, there is some additional work to meet the unit of competency PUAEME002C Manage injuries at an emergency incident. External Clients This course is primarily developed for external Australian Lifesaving Academy clients. Qualification Details These units are from the HLT07 Health Training Package suite of generic first aid competencies, they are not aligned to a particular qualification. Units offered and clustering The following units are covered in the completion of the Senior First Aid Certificate. HLTCPR201A Perform CPR HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support HLTFA301B Apply first aid PUAEME001B Provide emergency care PUAEME002C Manage injuries at an emergency incident HLTCPR201A and HLTFA201A are subset units of HLTFA301B and can be completed separately by selecting only the relevant learning and assessment tasks as outlined in this and the Learner Guide. Pathways (including recognition) Learning and Assessment Assessment Only RPL SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 11

12 Prerequisites To enter the Senior First Aid Certificate you must have met the follow course prerequisites. Minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment Delivery Modes The delivery mode for this program is face to face in a training room supplemented by scenario based learning activities. Assessment Methodologies Assessment methodologies used through this course include a mixture of Direct and Indirect evidence in the form of: Written Questioning Scenarios Review of Products (completion of reports) Infrastructure Requirements Learning Environment A training room with adequate seating and space for course participants to practice CPR in teams on manikins. Ideally there should be some separate spaces in which scenarios can be set-up but these are not essential. In addition to the training space the following items should be supplied Computer(Laptop), Data Projector & Screen Whiteboard/Flipcharts CPR Manikin - 1 per 2 participants First Aid supplies Support Services The RTO will direct participants to relevant support services as outlined in the Code of Practice and Academy Handbook. Access and Equity The Academy values and respects access and equity principles clearly outlined in the Code of Practice. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 12

13 Delivery and Assessment Staff Training Officers should hold the appropriate SLSA Training Officer Award for First Aid and be able to demonstrate current vocational competence. Assessors should hold the appropriate SLSA Assessor Award for Senior First Aid and be able to demonstrate current vocational competence. The current list of qualified personnel to deliver or assess these courses can be found on the SLSA Member and Qualifications Database Surfguard (Surfmate for Queensland). Course Evaluation Methods of data collection o Feedback from participants via questionnaire after program to gather quantitative data o Feedback from Trainers and Assessors through the Course Management system o Focus groups with representatives from industry (possibly affiliated states and territories of Surf Life Saving Australia) and participants to determine value of qualifications to industry and to gather qualitative data Evaluation Criteria o Content - relevance, currency, complexity, sufficiency o Structure timeframes, flow, cost effectiveness, o Resources sufficiency, currency, relevance, availability, usability, cost/benefit o Delivery facilitator quality, support balance of knowledge and practice, methodologies, environment, participation o Results outcomes achieved, future application, assessment relevance, assessment consistency, competency development, future application, and recording processes. Reporting All feedback is monitored through the Course Management System and recorded in the iqual Quality Management System. Learning Resources First Aid Training Manual 2 nd Edition Senior First Aid Certificate Learner Guide or Flexible Delivery Learner Guide PowerPoint Senior First Aid Certificate SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 13

14 Learner Course Information Below is sample material for personnel organising the delivery of the Senior First Aid Certificate Course. This information can be used in flyers and on websites etc where the course is being promoted. Its purpose is to inform participants of the course requirements to aid them in making their decision to enrol in the course. A Microsoft Word document version of this text is available from the SLSA website Senior First Aid Certificate Course This course delivers knowledge and skills relevant to first aiders and first responders to provide assistance to the injured or suddenly sick. The course meets expectations for workplace first aider requirements. The course covers a broad ranged of illnesses and injuries and has a strong focus on the practical implementation of the skills required to treat a casualty prior to the arrival of medical aid. Entry Requirements To commence training for the Senior First Aid Certificate you must have met the follow course pre-requisites. Minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment Course Duration: 18 face-to-face contact hours Assessment requirements: o Written questionnaire o Resuscitation Assessment Scenario o Completion of incident documentations Cost: Contact details: <<Include Course Cost>> <<Include contact details for further information/ enrolment>> SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 14

15 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Participants may already have some of the required knowledge and/or skills for this course. They may have completed similar training activities in previous work or learned them from performing their job or in another training course. As Registered Training Organisations, the ALA and its state branches, offer RPL to participants who can demonstrate they are competent in a particular unit of competency, so they will not need to repeat the training for it. Provide participants with copies of the RPL Information Kit, if after talking with them, you agree that they may be able to demonstrate competence without undertaking training. The Kit includes a Self-Assessment Checklist for the course so participants can check their own likelihood of success in the RPL process. Competency can be demonstrated in a number of ways, and most commonly it is done by: participants showing they have a recognised qualification which delivered the same unit/s of competency OR undertaking the assessment tasks for the module Refer to the RPL Information Kit for more detailed information about the RPL process. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 15

16 Lesson Plans Course Summary Time: 17 hours (not including Breaks) Resources: PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector, Training Manuals and Learner Guides (to handout one per participant), CPR Manikins, Sample Asthma Reliever and Spacer, Sample EpiPen, Gloves. Breaks: Breaks listed are based on running the course over two days. Should the course be run in an alternate format, allocate breaks as appropriate. Topic Resources Time Course Introduction General principles of First Aid Resuscitation PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector, Training Manuals and Learner Guides (one per participant) PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector Morning Tea Break PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector, CPR Manikins 20 mins 60 mins 120 mins Include Assessment for Resuscitation Certificate only course here Lunch Break Secondary Assessment, Ongoing Casualty Management and Shock Respiratory Conditions Cardiovascular Conditions and Circulatory System PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector, Sample Asthma Reliever and Spacer, Sample EpiPen Afternoon tea break PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector 100 mins 60 mins 35 mins Bleeding (Part 1) PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data 50 mins SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 16

17 Projector, assorted bandages and wound dressings Casualty Handling PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector, blankets for lifting patients 45 mins Include Assessment for Basic Emergency Care Certificate course here End day one Bleeding (Part 2) Digestive and Nervous System and Conditions Musculoskeletal Systems and Injuries Head, Chest and Abdominal Injuries Poison, Bites and Stings Extremes of Heat and Cold Course Review PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector Morning Tea Break PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector, assorted bandages and slings PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector, assorted bandages and slings Lunch Break PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector PowerPoint Presentation, Laptop, Data Projector 35 mins 75 mins 60 mins 60 mins 60 mins 105 mins 30 mins Assessment Theory assessment papers 90 mins Flexible delivery one day course When delivering the Senior First Aid Certificate course in a flexible delivery format with pre-course study, either through participants using the Flexible Delivery Learner Guide or the SLSA e-learning system, trainers should use the course summary above as a guide to covering the course content. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 17

18 Topic 1 - Part 1 Course Introduction Time: Resources: Breaks: 20 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: Topics covered in this lesson will help participants to answer the questions: 1. What is this course about? 2. How will this course be assessed? Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 5 mins Welcome participants Describe scope of this session i.e. it s about housekeeping arrangements, facilities and an introduction to the course and the assessment process Give rationale for the course (you could ask participants what they think the rationale is, if time is available) Encourage participants to ask questions throughout course PPT 1 BODY OF SESSION 2 mins Housekeeping Explain venue facilities and course timeframes, catering arrangements, etc 5 mins Course overview Provide participants with Learner Guide and explain overall course outcomes Briefly run through program e.g. number of days or evenings and times and the topics to be covered Briefly explain assessment process PPT 2 Handouts: Training Manuals & Learner Guides PPT 3-5 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 18

19 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 5 mins Participant introductions Ask participants to introduce themselves use an icebreaker of your choice that is suitable for participants, or ask participants to introduce themselves name, role, experience and expectations of the course, or ask participants to talk with and then introduce a partner CONCLUSION 3 mins Reconfirm course objectives and identify any expectations of participants that may not be met or may only be partially met by this course, explaining why Reiterate the importance of asking questions Thank participants for their attention and any questions asked so far Foreshadow first topic of the course SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 19

20 Topic 1 - Part 2 Introduction to Senior First Aid Time: Resources: Breaks: 1 hour PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: State the aims of first aid. Describe the purpose of the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). Describe the relevant legislation and advisory standards that impact upon the provision of first aid. Describe the legal aspects of first aid. Define communicable disease. List the ways in which communicable diseases can be spread. Demonstrate universal infection control precautions. Describe methods for safe disposal of hazardous waste. Describe the need to debrief following a first aid emergency. Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 6 BODY OF SESSION 5 mins What is first aid? Question and answer Aims of first aid Prevent, Promote, Protect and Preserve 15 mins Legalities of first aid Obligations/Duty of Care Consent Standard of care Record keeping Privacy/confidentiality Cultural awareness 5 mins Communicating with casualties Importance of reassurance PPT 7-9 PPT PPT 16 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 20

21 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 10 mins Communicable diseases Modes of transmission Reducing the risk of infection First aid waste disposal PPT mins First Aid Kit Importance of restocking first aid kits Types and uses of first aid kits CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic PPT SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 21

22 Topic 2 Resuscitation Time: Resources: Breaks: 2.5 hours PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant), 1 per participant of manikin face and resuscitation mask, 1 manikin per two participants. No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Demonstrate the ability to perform a primary assessment Demonstrate the first aid management of a casualty who is unconscious Describe what CPR is Perform effective CPR using a CPR manikin State when you should stop CPR Demonstrate appropriate infection control procedures Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 21 BODY OF SESSION 10 mins The chain of survival Primary Assessment (Overview only) What is CPR 30 mins Primary assessment D R S A B C D Build flow chart on white board using question/ answer to create it and/or use PowerPoint slides PPT PPT SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 22

23 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 15 mins Management of unconscious casualties Airway management Lateral position Include practical demonstration and practice of skills PPT mins Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR techniques for adults, children and infants Rescue breathing Chest compressions Variations for pregnancy Compression only CPR option All practiced on CPR manikin 10 mins When to cease CPR Handover to Ambulance PPT mins Incident reports Learner Guide 30 mins Assessment Task 2: Patient Assessment and CPR Assess participants performing a primary assessment of a casualty and CPR on a manikin For participants completing a Resuscitation Certificate only course, they should also complete Assessment Tasks 1 and 3 at this stage CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 23

24 Topic 3 Secondary and ongoing casualty management Time: Resources: Breaks: 35 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Identify and minimise hazards and risks Describe the components of an Emergency Action Plan Describe the process of seeking appropriate help Understand what secondary assessment is Describe elements of secondary survey: questioning, head to toe Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 43 BODY OF SESSION 30 mins Emergency Action Plan Pause and plan Call for emergency assistance o Triple zero (000) o Poisons Information Centre (131126) Reminder that the Primary Assessment fits here Secondary assessment o Treatment of life threatening injuries o Vital signs o Sign and symptoms o History o Body check Ongoing Management o Who should be sent to hospital o Handover CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic PPT SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 24

25 Topic 4 Shock and allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) Time: Resources: Breaks: 25 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Recognise signs and symptoms of shock. Manage shock appropriately. Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 60 BODY OF SESSION 10 mins Many casualties suffer some degree of shock and it can rapidly become worse Sign and Symptoms Management 10 mins Anaphylaxis Sign and Symptoms Management PPT PPT CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 25

26 Topic 5 Respiratory conditions Time: Resources: Breaks: 60 mins PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Describe the purpose and functioning of the respiratory system Understand the causes of respiratory emergencies Recognise the signs and symptoms of various respiratory emergencies Describe the first aid treatment for various respiratory emergencies Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT BODY OF SESSION 5 mins Airway obstruction (choking) PPT Signs and symptoms Management 10 mins Assessment Task 5 - Choking A qualified assessor may conduct this assessment by moving through each group as they demonstrate treating choking 5 mins Hyperventilation PPT 79 Signs and symptoms Management 10 mins Asthma PPT Signs and symptoms Management 10 mins Assessment Task 4 Asthma inhaler use A qualified assessor may conduct this assessment by moving through each group as they demonstrate using an asthma inhaler SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 26

27 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 5 mins Drowning and near drowning Signs and symptoms Management PPT 87 5 mins Strangulation and hanging Signs and symptoms Management CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 27

28 Topic 6 Cardiovascular conditions Time: Resources: Breaks: 35 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Describe the purpose and functioning of the cardiovascular system Recognise the signs and symptoms of cardiac emergencies and stroke Describe the first aid treatment of cardiac emergencies and stroke Describe the purpose and functioning of the circulatory system Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT BODY OF SESSION 10 mins The circulatory system 15 mins Angina and cardiac arrest Cause Signs and symptoms Management Stroke Cause Signs and symptoms FAST Management PPT PPT CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 28

29 Topic 7 Bleeding (Part 1) Time: Resources: Breaks: 50 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Describe the purpose and functioning of the circulatory system Apply appropriate treatment strategies for external wounds Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT BODY OF SESSION 5 mins Types of bleeding: arterial venous capillary 30 mins External bleeding Causes Types of wounds: incision laceration contusion puncture embedded objects abrasion Management 5 mins Constrictive bandaging Only for extreme uncontrollable bleeding PPT 106 PPT PPT SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 29

30 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 5 mins Amputation PPT Management CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 30

31 Topic 8 Casualty Handling Time: Resources: Breaks: 30 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Safely use various casualty handling techniques. Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 118 BODY OF SESSION 10 mins Reasons for moving casualties and safe lifting PPT mins Handling techniques Single human crutch Double human crutch Two handed seat Three handed seat 10 mins Assessment Task 6 - Carries and supports A qualified assessor may conduct this assessment by moving through each group as they demonstrate the carries SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 31

32 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources CONCLUSION 30 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic Assessment Task 7 Basic first aid scenario Assess each participant by conducting basic first aid scenarios as outlined in task 7. For participants completing a Basic Emergency Care Certificate only, they should also complete Assessment Tasks 1 and 3 at this stage SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 32

33 Topic 9 Bleeding (Part 2) Time: Resources: Breaks: 35 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Apply appropriate management strategies for internal bleeding Manage crush injury and crush syndrome Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 123 BODY OF SESSION 10 mins Internal bleeding Causes Signs and symptoms Management 5 mins Nose bleeds Signs and symptoms Management 10 mins Crush injury and crush syndrome Management PPT PPT 126 PPT 127 CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 33

34 Topic 10 Medical Emergencies Time: Resources: Breaks: 1 hour 15 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Understand relevant anatomy and physiology of the nervous system Recognise signs and symptoms of fainting, seizures and diabetes Appropriately manage fainting, seizures and diabetes Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 128 BODY OF SESSION 10 mins The nervous system Anatomy Function 10 mins Diabetes (Hypo/Hyperglycemia) Signs and symptoms Management 5 mins Fainting Signs and symptoms Management 10 mins Seizures Signs and symptoms Management PPT PPT 131 PPT PPT CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 34

35 Topic 11 Musculoskeletal injuries Time: Resources: Breaks: 1 hour 30 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Understand relevant anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system Recognise signs and symptoms of various musculoskeletal system injuries Appropriately manage various musculoskeletal system injuries Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above PPT 139 BODY OF SESSION The musculoskeletal system Anatomy Function Fractures Types Signs and symptoms Management Dislocations Causes Signs and symptoms Management Sprains/strains Causes Signs and symptoms Management 30 mins Bandaging Identify bandages and their uses i.e. roller bandage, triangular Demonstrate bandaging on live casualty PPT PPT PPT PPT PPT SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 35

36 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 36

37 Topic 12 Head, spinal, chest and abdominal Injuries Time: Resources: Breaks: 1 hour PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants: Understand relevant anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system Recognise signs and symptoms of various head, spinal, chest and abdominal injuries Appropriately manage various head, spinal, chest and abdominal injuries Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above BODY OF SESSION 15 mins Head injuries Fractured skull, concussion, cerebral compression Signs and symptoms Management 5 mins Tooth and jaw injuries Management 5 mins Eye injuries Management Ear injuries Management 10 mins Spinal injuries Causes Signs and symptoms Management 10 mins Chest injuries Sucking chest wound, rib fracture, flail chest Signs and symptoms Management PPT 128 PPT PPT PPT PPT PPT SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 37

38 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 10 mins Abdominal injuries Signs and symptoms Management PPT CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 38

39 Topic 13 Poison, Bites and Stings Time: Resources: Breaks: 1 hour PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants Understand relevant anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system. Recognise signs and symptoms of various poisonings, substance abuse, bites and stings. Appropriately manage various poisonings, substance abuse, bites and stings. Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above. PPT 184 BODY OF SESSION 15 mins Poisoning PPT Types of poisons Methods of poisoning: inhalation injection absorption ingestion Signs and symptoms 5 mins Substance abuse PPT Causes Signs and symptoms Management 5 mins Lymphatic System PPT 191 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 39

40 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 30 mins Bites and stings Signs and symptoms Management Pressure immobilisation Cold pack (ice) Hot water PPT Discuss each treatment method then have the participants look at each of the pictures (describe the creature and what it does- or let participants share their experiences or knowledge of them) and identify which treatment group they belong in. Practise Compression Immobilisation Bandaging CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 40

41 Topic 14 Extremes of Heat and Cold Time: Resources: Breaks: 1 hour 45 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants Understand relevant anatomy and physiology of the skin system. Recognise signs and symptoms of hypo and hyperthermia. Appropriately manage hypo and hyperthermia, Recognise signs and symptoms of burns. Appropriately manage burns. Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above. BODY OF SESSION 15 mins The skin system Anatomy Function Reaction to heat and cold and factors affecting reaction 20 mins Hypothermia Causes and factors affecting survivability Signs and symptoms Management Frostbite 15 mins Hyperthermia Causes Signs and symptoms Heat cramps Heat exhaustion Heat stroke Management PPT 197 PPT PPT PPT SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 41

42 Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources 15mins Causes of burns PPT 210 Dry Scald Cold Chemical Electrical Radiation 15 mins Burns categories PPT 211 Signs and symptoms Superficial Partial thickness Full thickness 20 mins Management Estimating burned area Cool Cover Carry Things to avoid PPT CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 42

43 Topic 14 Course Review Time: Resources: Breaks: 30 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: This session will help participants Clarify any questions prior to assessment Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Topic Overview Reiterate the scope of the session as introduced above. PPT 214 BODY OF SESSION 25 mins Allow participants to ask questions of topics they desire clarification about. CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 43

44 Topic 15 Assessment Time: Resources: Breaks: 1 hour 30 minutes PowerPoint (and associated hardware eg Laptop & Data Projector), Learner Guide - Senior First Aid Certificate (1 per participant) No breaks recommended Outcomes: Participants will have had an opportunity to complete all assessment tasks not competed during the course at this time Timing Key Points/Content/Method Resources INTRODUCTION 3 mins Explain assessment tasks to be completed PPT 215 BODY OF SESSION 1 hour 25 Conduct Assessments mins Theory Assessment Outstanding Practical Skills First Aid Scenarios CONCLUSION 2 mins Review learning outcomes and foreshadow next topic SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 44

45 Learner Guide - Support Information Flexible delivery sample answers Following are the sample answers to the questions and activities found in the Flexible Delivery Learner Guide. Chapter One General principles of first aid 1. The following statements are True or False. Tick the correct answer True False 1. A First Aider should provide Medical Aid 0 2. A First Aider aims to prevent the casualty s condition 0 from deteriorating and to manage pain 3. Gloves should only be worn if you feel there is a risk 0 of infection 2. All people have the right to accept or refuse treatment. What are the two kinds of consent? 1 Actual 2 Implied 3. Why should all first aid incidents be documented? The information may be used later in court. 4. List four ways a first aider can reduce the risk of infection 1 Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water, before and after administering first aid 2 Cover exposed cuts and grazes with waterproof dressing 3 Wear personal protective equipment, e.g. gloves, goggles, etc. 4 Change gloves before handling any other casualty SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 45

46 5. What is the treatment you should give to someone who has a needle stick injury from a used hypodermic needle? Circle the correct answer a) Wash the area with cold water and apply a bandaid b) Wash the wound with alcohol, apply a bandaid and an ice pack for the pain c) Do not worry about it, it won t bleed that much d) Wash the area thoroughly in warm soapy water, advise the casualty to seek medical advice 6. The following statements are True or False. Tick the correct answer True False 1. A first aid kit will contain sterile dressings 0 2. A first aid kit will contain disposable gloves 0 3. First aid kits will have a note pad and pen/pencil 0 4. All first aid kits should have saline solution in them 0 5. A first aid kit will contain an asthma puffer 0 6. All first aid kits should have a pair of tweezers 0 7. Triangular bandages can be used for dressings, 0 pads, padding or slings 8. First aid kits should have various sizes of roller 0 bandages 9. A first aid kit will contain a tourniquet 0 7. *According to ARC guidelines, how often should CPR skills be demonstrated and verified by another competent person? Circle the correct answer 1. At least every three years 2. At least every 12 months 3. At least every three months 4. At least every two years *The answer to question seven can be found in the introductory information at the start of this Learner Guide. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 46

47 Chapter Two Resuscitation 1. The successful resuscitation of a casualty is dependent on the timely application of the links in the Chain of Survival. There are four primary links, as reflected in the Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines. Fill in the correct step for each of the four (4) primary links using the diagrams below. Early Early Early Early Access CPR Defibrillation Advanced Life Support 2. If there is an emergency, what telephone number should be used when calling for an ambulance from a standard phone? Circle the correct answer The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True False 1. Call 000 for an ambulance 0 2. The first priority of a First Aider is to ensure the scene 0 is safe 3. You should NOT move a casualty unless absolutely 0 necessary SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 47

48 4. How many rescue breaths should you give before performing CPR on a drowned victim? Circle the correct answer 1. Zero 2. Two 3. Three 4. Four 5. A 12 year old child is not responsive and not breathing normally. You decide to give CPR. Fill in the blanks 1. You would give compression/s 2. Followed by breath/s 6. When performing chest compressions during cardiopulmonary resuscitation, how deep should you push on the casualty s chest? Circle the correct answer 1. One half of the depth of the casualty s chest 2. One third of the depth of the casualty's chest 3. As hard as you can, until you can hear or feel ribs cracking 4. One quarter of the depth of the casualty s chest 7. CPR should continue until circulation and breathing return or until: 1. The patient recovers (breathing and signs of life) 2. Someone takes over/until patient is taken into care of doctors/paramedics 3. Rescuer cannot physically continue 4. Patient is pronounced dead 5. Temporarily if the person is to be defibrillated 8. The possible causes of airway obstruction include: Circle the correct answer 1. Vomit, blood and saliva 2. Tongue 3. Foreign material 4. All of the above 9. Why is regurgitation dangerous in the unconscious casualty? SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 48

49 In case the casualty inhales some of the stomach content into the lungs, which may lead to serious lung damage and infection, brain damage, or death. 10. List four reasons why airway blockage is more common in infants than in adults. 1. Head relatively large 2. Neck relatively short 3. Tongue is large 4. Windpipe is soft1 11. You are performing CPR on a baby who is not breathing and not responsive. What do you do? Fill in the blanks 1. You would give compression/s 2. Followed by breath/s 12. You are performing CPR on a woman who is heavily pregnant. In what position should she be placed when you are performing chest compressions? Circle the correct answer 1. On her back, with her legs elevated above the level of her heart 2. On her back, with her upper body elevated above the rest of her body 3. On her back, with her right buttock slightly elevated 4. On her back, in the same position as everyone else (no change to normal) 13. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer. 1 To check for breathing you should look listen and feel 2 In giving breaths to a baby, cover both mouth and nose with your mouth 3 If, when performing breaths, the chest does not rise with each breath, you should recheck the airways, pinch the nose and tilt the head back True 14. The left hand column shows the DRSABCD cycle. Select the question from the right hand column that matches the appropriate step in the DRSABCD cycle. 1. Danger...e... a. Is a defibrillator available? 2. Response...f... b. Is the airway clear and open? False SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 49

50 3. Send c c. Call Airway...b... d. Is the chest rising and falling? 5. Breathing...d... e. Is the area safe? 6. CPR...g... f. Is the casualty conscious? 7. Defibrillation...a... g. Are you performing 30 compressions and two breaths? 15. You walk around the corner in a shopping centre to find a person spread out on the ground and a person next to them screaming for help. Arrange the following steps in the order that you would follow in providing first aid to the casualty c... a. Give two breaths 2....e... b. Perform 30 compressions 3....d... c. Check for danger 4....g... d. Clear and open airway 5....f... e. Check for a response 6....b f. Apply a defibrillator, if available 7....a... g. Look, listen, feel Chapter Three Secondary assessment and ongoing casualty management 1. What are the four P s associated with supplying information to emergency services? Position People Problem Progress 2. Match the conditions on the left with the management of it on the right by placing the number next to it. 1. Conscious..3.. a. Put into lateral position 2. No breathing or esponse..1.. b. Manage any bleeding and other injuries 3. Unconscious but breathing..2.. c. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 50

51 3. What is the definition of a sign? Signs are evidence about an illness/injury that you can see or interpret using your senses on physical examination of the casualty Give two examples of signs of an illness Two of: Bleeding, deformity, smell of the breath, bruising, skin colour, pulse rate strength, breathing rate effort, altered level of consciousness, vomiting 4. What is the definition of a symptom? A symptom is what the casualty tells you about how they are feeling Give two examples of symptoms of an illness Two of: Pain, tenderness, nausea, dizziness, loss of or altered sensation, faintness, blurred vision, extreme body temperature. 5. When conducting a head to toe examination, what is the correct order? Fill in the correct number for each step below legs and feet back head and neck chest, abdomen and pelvis arms 6. What is the general priority for managing a casualty? Place letters in the correct sequence 1...b a e f d c... a. Control any severe bleeding b. Check for breathing c. Attend to any other injuries d. Treat fractures e. Treat burns f. Shock SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 51

52 Chapter Four Shock 1. Which of the following can lead to shock? Tick the correct answer Yes No 1. Fluid loss from burns 0 2. Severe diarrhoea 0 3. Damage to the heart, e.g. heart attack 0 4. Severe bleeding 0 5. Pain 0 6. Severe infection 0 2. List five signs and/or symptoms of shock 1. Faintness or altered conscious state 2. Anxiety 3. Pale, cold and sweaty skin 4. Nausea 5. Rapid breathing 3. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer 1. A casualty in shock is conscious and thirsty. There is no abdominal trauma and the casualty is unlikely to need an operation immediately. To relieve the thirst, you should wet their lips with water 2. When managing a casualty for shock, you should raise the casualty s legs above the level of the heart unless the legs are fractured 4. List three ways to manage shock 1. Rest and reassure the casualty 2. Lay the casualty down and elevate the legs if possible 3. Maintain casualty s airway True False 0 0 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 52

53 5. Read the scenarios and tick the correct answers 1. You have been looking after a person who has a stomach illness. They have bad diarrhoea and vomiting. The person is continually asking for something to drink and complains of dizziness and headaches. Is shock a potential problem in this case? 2. You are assisting a casualty of a motor vehicle accident. There is a lot of swelling around the upper right thigh so you manage as for a fracture. The person is in a lot of pain but otherwise seems all right. Should you also manage for shock in this case? 3. You are managing a casualty and have ensured that they are conscious and breathing. All bleeding has been controlled. You are managing them for shock do you keep talking to the casualty? Chapter Five Respiratory conditions Yes No The following statements relating to asthma are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True False 1. You should place a casualty who is having an asthma 0 attack into the recovery position 2. Asthma attacks occur in response to certain triggers 0 3. If a casualty is having an asthma attack, you must 0 always ring for an Ambulance 4. Reliever medications are best delivered through a spacer 0 2. What is the treatment for a person suffering an asthma attack? Sit the patient comfortably upright. Reassure them and remain calm. Give 4 puffs of a blue reliever inhaler (puffer). Wait 4 minutes, if there is little or no improvement, give another 4 puffs. If there is still no improvement call an ambulance, continue giving 4 puffs every 4 minutes until the ambulance arrives. If patient loses consciousness, place on their side, make sure airway is cleared and monitor breathing and circulation. Should it be necessary, start CPR. 3. A boy has been found floating face down in a pool and has been removed from the water. Write the numbers in the correct sequence next to the actions 1....e... a. Check for breathing and response 2....a... b. Call 000 for an ambulance SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 53

54 3....d... c. Commence CPR if you find the casualty is not breathing and not responsive 4....b... d. If the casualty is breathing, leave the casualty in the lateral position 5....c... e. Once out of the water, turn the casualty onto the side to allow for the drainage of water or vomit from the mouth Chapter Six Cardiovascular conditions 1. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True False 1. You should always ring for an ambulance if a casualty 0 has chest pains, unless you are aware that they have a history of angina 2. When the heart stops, oxygen continues to be provided 0 to the vital organs 2. A man unloading crates at the corner store asks you to assist him. He is suffering discomfort in the centre of his chest, up his neck and down both his arms. He asks you to get his pills from the cab of the truck. From which condition is he most likely to be suffering? Circle the correct answer 1. Heart attack 2. Heart failure 3. Angina SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 54

55 3. Your manager at work suddenly experiences severe chest pain. She tells you that she feels nauseated and you notice that she is short of breath, pale and has clammy skin. She also says she has not experienced this before. From what condition is she most likely to be suffering? Circle the correct answer 1. Heart attack 2. Heart failure 3. Angina 4. The four signs of cardiac arrest are: 1. No response 2. Unconscious 3. No movement 4. No breathing 5. What does the acronym FAST stand for? F: Facial weakness A: Arm weakness S: Speech difficulty T: Time to act fast 6. You should ring for an ambulance if a person suffers from paralysis on one side of the body. Circle the correct answer 1 True 2 False Chapter Seven Bleeding 1. You are managing a casualty who has a bleed. Which item would you use first out of the first aid kit? Circle the correct answer 1. Adhesive dressing 2. Dressing 3. Gloves 4. Triangular bandage SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 55

56 2. What is the first thing you should do to control serious bleeding? Circle the correct answer 1. Apply a tourniquet 2. Apply pressure directly over the wound 3. Apply a constrictive bandage 3. What should you do if bleeding persists after initial bandaging? Circle the correct answer 1. Remove all dressings and re-bandage 2. Apply further pads and bandaging 3. Apply constrictive bandaging 4. As well as using a sterile pad and a clean cloth to apply direct pressure to a bleed, what else could you apply to give direct pressure? Hand 5. When is it appropriate to use constrictive bandaging? Circle the correct answer 1. Never 2. For most arterial bleeds 3. Only as a last resort when the patient is likely to die from blood loss without intervention 6. You are managing a casualty who is conscious and breathing and bleeding severely from the hand. What is your first priority? Circle the correct answer 1. Control bleeding 2. Check for other injuries 3. Place them in the lateral position SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 56

57 7. What would you do if there was a foreign object embedded in a wound? Circle the correct answer 1. Pull the object out 2. Push the object in 3. Put pressure around the object 8. Someone has cut off two fingers and you need to ensure that the person and the fingers get to the hospital in good condition. Arrange the following actions in the correct sequence 1....c... a. Place the plastic bag and fingers in iced water 2....b... b. Seal up the fingers in a plastic bag 3....a... c. Treat the casualty s bleed 9. A woman has been in a farm accident and her legs are crushed under a tractor. It happened 15 minutes ago. Would you remove the crushing force from her legs? Circle the correct answer 1. Yes, immediately if it is safe to do so 2. Yes, if it is safe to do so and the limb is cold below the crushing object 3. No, never 10. You are at the beach and see a boy with a bleeding nose who appears to have been in a fight. If the nose bleed is not associated with a head injury, what would you do first? Circle the correct answer 1. Ask the boy to pinch the soft part of his nose 2. Place an ice pack on his neck 3. Lay the boy down 4. Sit the boy up, head back SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 57

58 11. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True 1. After securing a pad in place you should raise the 0 injured part 2. If a foreign body is impaled and protruding from a 0 wound, you should gently remove the object 3. All amputated parts should be packed directly into ice 0 to reduce oxygen demand 4. If amputated tissue is mangled and dirty you should 0 still send it with the casualty to hospital 5. A casualty with a nose bleed should be told to apply 0 finger and thumb pressure on the soft part of the nostrils for at least 10 minutes and to sit with the head tilted slightly forward Chapter Eight Medical emergencies 1. The following statements about seizures are either True or False. Tick the correct answer False True False 1. Do not move the casualty unless they are in danger 0 2. Do not put anything in the person s mouth 0 3. Time the seizure 0 4. Restrain the person if they are in danger 0 2. Which of the following reasons to call an ambulance is incorrect? Circle the answer 1. A known epileptic has a seizure that lasts less than five minutes 2. The patient has had a seizure in the last 24 hours 3. One seizure is followed quickly by another 4. The person has breathing difficulties after the seizure SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 58

59 3. What are febrile convulsions? Febrile convulsions occur in infants and young children. They may be due to a high temperature, epilepsy or other conditions. They are brought on by a high fever, often caused by a viral infection. 4. List four symptoms of low blood sugar Four of: Moist tongue, hunger, nausea, vomiting, excessive sweating, trembling, stomach cramps in children, intoxicated appearance, seizures, drowsiness, unconsciousness 5. What is the appropriate treatment for a conscious person with low blood sugar? Give sugar sugar, jelly beans, soft drink, fruit juice, honey etc. 6. How does treatment for high blood sugar differ from treatment for low blood sugar? If certain that high blood sugar is the condition, do not give sugar, call 000, and monitor the casualty until the ambulance arrives. If unsure whether high or low blood sugar, give sugar, monitor the casualty. If no improvement within 5-10 minutes, call A co-worker who is a known diabetic becomes confused, is trembling, cold, and sweating profusely. Another co-worker goes to call 000 for an ambulance. Circle the correct first aid treatment for this casualty. 1. Place the casualty in a comfortable position, provide reassurance and assist them to drink a sugary drink 2. Place the casualty in a comfortable position and provide reassurance 3. Place the casualty in a comfortable position and provide reassurance, but do not assist the casualty to drink a sugary drink in case they lapse into unconsciousness 4. Place the casualty in the lateral position, provide reassurance and wait for the ambulance to arrive SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 59

60 8. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True False 1. You should give sugar, glucose or a sweet drink to a 0 person who has diabetes and is hungry, sweating, and has a moist tongue 2. You should give something sugary if a person who has 0 diabetes and is excessively thirsty, fatigued, and has a dry mouth 3. You should restrain a casualty who is having a seizure 0 to reduce the risk of injury to the casualty 4. You should sit a person who has fainted on a chair with 0 head between their knees 5. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening 0 9. A person is having a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). What body systems can be affected by the allergic reaction? Skin, respiratory system, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular Chapter Nine Musculoskeletal injuries 1. You are watching a game of rugby when suddenly a player cries out in pain. As you get to the scene you can see that the person's arm is strangely twisted. Closer examination reveals that the person's shoulder is deformed. The person is in extreme pain. Circle the correct answers 1. Do you manage as a: a. sprain b. strain c. dislocation d. fracture 2. Circle the management strategies you would use: a. rest b. compression c. support the limb d. ice e. elevation f. check circulation SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 60

61 2. After a particularly bad air-swing your golfing partner complains of having a sore arm. You look at the area between the shoulder and elbow where the person says it hurts most, but can see nothing. Circle the correct answers 1. Do you manage as a: a. sprain b. strain c. dislocation d. fracture 2. Circle the management strategies you would use: a. rest b. compression c. support the limb d. ice e. elevation f. check circulation 3. You are at the supermarket and you hear a person screaming. On investigating you find a man sitting on the floor holding his arm. He tells you that he slipped on water and put his arm out to break the fall. He says that his wrist hurts but nothing else hurts. After checking for danger, what should you do first? Circle the correct answer 1. Put ice on the wrist 2. Ask casualty to support wrist and not move it 3. Ring for an ambulance 4. Place the arm in a full arm sling 4. What does the acronym RICER stand for? R: Rest I: Ice C: Compression E: Elevation R: Referral 5. What is meant by do no HARM for three days after a sprain or strain? H: Heat A: Alcohol R: Running M: Massage SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 61

62 Chapter Ten Head and spinal injuries 1. After being hit in the head by a falling tree branch, a man complains of a headache, is confused, uncooperative, suffering short term memory loss and feeling tired. He is most likely suffering from... Circle the correct answer 1. Stroke 2. Concussion 3. Nothing much, he s just a whinger 4. Ruptured ear drums 2. A woman has fallen over and hit her head on the kerb. You notice blood coming from one of the woman s ears, so you place a dressing lightly over the ear. You should then place the woman... Circle the correct answer 1. On her side, injured ear facing down 2. On her side, injured ear facing up 3. On her back, with head and shoulders raised 3. A friend has splashed a chemical into both his eyes. What first aid management should you do first? Circle the correct answer 1. Apply a cold compress to the eyes and call Flush the eyes freely with running water for at least 20 minutes 3. Flush the eyes with water for 10 minutes 4. Cover both eyes with a loose bandage, reassure the casualty and call 000 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 62

63 4. A panel beater has been working with an angle grinder when he suddenly yells out and puts his hand to his eye. A piece of metal has penetrated his eye. Which of the following steps would you take? Tick the correct answers Yes No 1. Check that the grinder is turned off 0 2. Lay the casualty on his back 0 3. Ring for an ambulance 0 4. Wash your hands if possible 0 5. Try and remove the piece of metal from the eye 0 6. Ask the casualty to look up and gently lower the lid 0 down 7. Wash the eye with saline solution 0 8. Place pads above and below the eye and bandage in 0 place 5. If someone has an insect in their ear what is the best first aid management? Circle the correct answer 1. Do nothing, it will crawl out eventually 2. Use earplugs to trap and suffocate the insect 3. Use tepid water to flush the ear and kill the insect. Then use tweezers to grab and remove the insect if it doesn t come out with the water 4. Use tepid water to flush the ear and kill the insect, seek medical assistance if it doesn t come out with the water 6. A driver has been thrown from her car after colliding with a lamp post. She was not wearing a seat belt and has sustained facial injury. Her jaw and teeth are misaligned and a tooth has been knocked out. She is conscious, but appears drowsy. You have checked and there is no danger to yourself, bystanders or the casualty. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True False The casualty s airway is a priority 0 You should realign the jaw 0 Although conscious, the casualty may have sustained a 0 spinal injury SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 63

64 7. The left hand column shows some common causes of head, neck and spinal injuries. Select the action (from the right hand column) that could be taken to avoid the cause of injury. 1. Car accidents...d... a. Check depth of water 2. Motorcycle accidents...e... b. Play by the rules 3. Sporting accidents...b... c. Wear a hard hat on construction sites 4. Diving accidents...a... d. Wear a seatbelt 5. Blows to the head...c... e. Wear a motorcycle helmet 8. You are driving and come across a serious car accident. The driver is screaming for help, saying he cannot feel his legs. You should carefully lift him out of the car and lay him flat on the ground. True or false? Circle the correct answer 1. True 2. False 9. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True False 1. Every eye injury can carry the risk of permanent 0 damage or even blindness 2. A casualty who has particles of grit in their eyes should 0 be told to rub them 3. A casualty with a penetrating eye injury should have 0 both eyes covered 4. A knocked out tooth should be stored in water 0 Chapter Eleven Chest and abdominal injuries 1. A woman slips while clambering over some rocks. You can see that she is holding the side of her chest and is slightly bent over. She complains of sharp pain in her lower ribs and as you gently touch the area she gasps with pain. Her breathing is short, rapid and she is gasping as if it hurts to breathe. What type of injury is the woman most likely to have sustained? Circle the correct answer 1. Fractured ribs 2. Penetrating chest wound 3. Flail Chest 2. A motorcyclist runs off the road and is thrown against a guide rail. He complains of pain in his chest on the left side. On checking his injuries you SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 64

65 find that a section of his chest appears to be pushing out as he exhales and his ribcage contracts. The area then draws in when he inhales and his rib cage expands. What type of injury is the motorcyclist most likely to have sustained? Circle the correct answer 1. Fractured ribs 2. Penetrating chest wound 3. Flail Chest 3. You have stopped to assist at the scene of a car accident. You find that one of the passengers has an injury to her chest. The wound is bleeding slightly, and the blood is bright red and has air bubbles in it. The casualty is having difficulty breathing and you can hear a sucking sound when she inhales. Circle the correct answers 1. What type of injury is the casualty most likely to have sustained? a. Fractured ribs b. Sucking chest wound c. Flail Chest 2. What is the first thing you would do to manage the injury detailed above? a. Cover the hole with a handkerchief b. Place a bandage over the hole c. Place your or the casualty's hand over the hole d. Call an ambulance 4. A footballer has been involved in a fierce tackle on the field. He does not have any obvious injury, but is complaining of severe stomach pain and nausea. List the actions you would take in the correct sequence 1 Place in sitting position with knees raised and supported 2 Rest and Reassure 3 Keep warm 4 Monitor and record vital signs 5 Call Do not give food or drink SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 65

66 5. What is the first aid management for a conscious casualty with an open abdominal wound? Circle the correct answer 1. Replace any abdominal contents and use a moist dressing to apply pressure to the wound 2. Lay the casualty on his back, raise his legs and use a dressing to apply direct pressure to the wound 3. Lay the casualty on his back in a reclined position, raise his legs slightly and cover the wound with a moist non stick dressing 4. Give him a drink of iced water to cool the abdominal contents and minimise bleeding, cover with a moist non-stick dressing 6. A casualty with an abdominal injury asks for a drink of water. What would you do? Circle the correct answer 1. Let them suck an ice cube 2. Do not give drinks to the casualty 3. Moisten their lips with water 7. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True 1. When managing a casualty with a sucking chest 0 wound, you should cover the wound with a square dressing and seal on all four sides 2. Blood stained bubbles around a chest wound is a sign 0 of a sucking chest wound 3. Severe pain in the abdomen may be the symptom of a 0 ruptured internal organ 4 Place a casualty with an abdominal injury on their back 0 with knees slightly bent and supported 5. If a casualty who has an abdominal injury is thirsty, 0 give plenty of fluids to drink 6, If abdominal organs are protruding, push the organs 0 back into abdomen and cover with a dressing False SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 66

67 Ice compress Pressure Immobilisation Bandage Vinegar Hot Water Australian Lifesaving Academy Chapter Twelve Poison, bites and stings 1. Complete the following chart by ticking the correct treatment for the following bites and stings (conscious casualty) Treatment Bite or sting from: 1. Bee 2. Sea urchin 3. Irukandji 4. Redback spider 5. Non-tropical Bluebottle/Portugues e man of war jellyfish 6. Snake 7. Funnel-web spider 8. Blue-ringed octopus 9. Cone shell 10. Box jellyfish 11. Stingray 12. Stonefish 2. What is the phone number of the Poisons Information Centre? SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 67

68 3. You are walking in a national park and you hear a person scream. You approach the person who states that he thinks that he has been bitten by a snake. You look at the casualty s leg and you notice that the skin is very red and there are two puncture marks. What management strategy would you use for this casualty? Circle the correct answer 1. Pressure immobilisation 2. Ice compress 3. Hot fluid 4. A young child has swallowed a household cleaner. What should you immediately do? Circle the correct answer 1. Call 000, try to find out how much has been taken, monitor and record vital signs, get container of the household cleaner the child swallowed to assist with identification 2. Induce vomiting immediately, call 000, try to find out how much has been taken and when, monitor and record vital signs, get container of the household cleaner the child swallowed to assist with identification 3. Give the child a drink of milk immediately, call 000, try to find out how much has been taken and when, monitor and record vital signs, get container of the household cleaner the child swallowed to assist with identification 4. Walk the child around until the ambulance and paramedics arrive 5. You are looking after a two year old child while the parents are shopping and you can t contact them. The child has wandered into another room and has swallowed some pills left lying on the coffee table. Which of the following steps do you undertake? Tick the correct answer 1. Induce vomiting Yes 2. Check for danger 0 3. Call for an ambulance 0 4. Call the poisons information centre 0 5. Give the child some bread to eat 0 0 No SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 68

69 6. You visit a friend who is working on his car. When you go into the garage, the car engine is running, and your friend is collapsed on the floor. You first check for danger. Which of the following steps would you take? Tick the correct answer 1. Take the casualty out of the garage 0 2. Turn off the car ignition 0 3. Loosen tight clothing 0 4. Seek medical aid 0 7. Your neighbour is transferring some pesticide from one container to another. Suddenly, she calls out to you that she has spilled some of the pesticide on her jeans. A few minutes later, she sits down suddenly and says that her vision is going blurry and her ears are ringing. You first ensure there is no risk to you or the casualty from the pesticide containers. What would you do next? Circle the correct answer 1. Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation 2. Carefully remove clothing and shower skin with plenty of water 3. Place dressing over affected area 4. Induce vomiting Yes No 8. You are cleaning up around the swimming pool with a mate. He suddenly yelps and says that he has been bitten by a red back spider. What action would you take to manage the casualty? Tick the correct answer 1. Apply pressure immobilisation 2. Put antiseptic on the site 0 3. Apply an ice compress 0 4. Call 000/112 for an ambulance if necessary 0 5. Pour hot fluid over the site 0 Yes 0 No SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 69

70 9. The following statements are either True or False. Tick the correct answer True 1. Poisons can be ingested, inhaled, absorbed or 0 injected into the body 2. All workplaces require MSDSs for all the chemicals 0 they use 3. If a poison has been ingested, you should induce 0 vomiting 4. It is acceptable to use drink containers for storing 0 chemicals Chapter Thirteen Extremities of heat and cold False 1. A person is rescued from icy water. The casualty is uncoordinated, not shivering, has pale, cool skin, a slow irregular pulse, and appears to be unresponsive to verbal questioning. The casualty is most likely suffering from severe hypothermia. Circle the correct first aid treatment for this casualty. 1. Call 000, place the casualty in a warm bath and give alcoholic drinks 2. Call 000, remove the casualty from the cold environment, remove sources of heat loss, dry the casualty if wet, apply insulation and give warm drinks 3. Call 000, leave the casualty in the environment you found them in, leave wet clothes on and apply insulation 4. Call 000 and dry the casualty if they are wet 2. In a group of bushwalkers you notice that one person does not have rain protection. She is staggering, has slurred speech, is shivering and complains of feeling cold. She approaches you for help. What would you do first? Circle the correct answer 1. Remove the casualty from the cold environment 2. Provide a warm alcoholic drink 3. Rub the area where she feels cold 4. Place her in front of an electric heater SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 70

71 3. A footballer is suffering from heat cramps to his leg. What action would you take? Tick the correct answer Yes No 1. Apply cold packs to the leg/affected muscle 0 2. Ask the casualty to gently stretch the muscle fully 0 3. Give sips of cool water 0 4. A child competing in his school carnival has suddenly collapsed after running a race. The child s skin is red, hot and dry to touch and he is not sweating. You should immediately... Circle the correct answer 1. Position the casualty on his back, provide a sweet drink and ring his parents to pick him up 2. Position the casualty on his back, provide a cool drink and call Call 000, remove from source of exposure (heat), remove excess clothing, apply cool sponges to the casualty s body, treat for shock, monitor and record casualty s vital signs, apply cold packs 4. Call 000, position the casualty in the lateral position in a shady area and monitor and record the casualty s vital signs 5. You are walking past a friend who is sunbaking by the pool and is badly sunburnt. What advice would you give her? Tick the correct answer 1. Put lotion on the burn 0 2. Stand under a cool shower for 20 minutes 0 3. See a doctor 0 Yes No SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 71

72 6. A 42 year old man suffered burns over his left arm, chest and face, when a boiler next to where he was working exploded. What should you do? Tick the correct answer 1. The superficial burns should be covered immediately by an antibiotic ointment to prevent infection 2. His burns should be cooled with water to reduce heat retained in the tissues 3. You should allow casualty to drink alcohol in order to keep calm 4. You should cut away burned clothing, but clothing that is stuck should be left in place True 0 0 False The following statements relating to heat and cold are either True or False. Tick the correct answer 1. Ice (cold packs) are used to manage a casualty suffering heat stroke 2. Alcohol should be given to a casualty who is suffering from early signs of hypothermia 3. If a person is suffering from over exposure to cold, place him between insulation such as blankets, in sleeping bags, or warm in a space blanket 4. If a person has frostbite, place the affected part/area in water at o C True 0 False The following statements relating to burns are either True or False. Tick the correct answer 1. You should cool a thermal burn by holding under cool clean water for 20 minutes. 2. Any casualty suffering from an electrical burn should seek urgent medical aid 3. A casualty can experience shock with severe burns. True False SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 72

73 Chapter Fourteen General principles of first aid 1. List three functions of bandages 1. Apply pressure to control bleeding 2. Supports an injured part 3. Keeps dressing in place 2. One of the following statements about applying pressure immobilisation bandaging is correct. Circle the correct answer 1. Apply direct pressure to the bitten area with your hand until bandaging begins 2. Use a crepe bandage to bandage from extremity all the way up the limb, making sure that the tips of the fingers/toes are visible so that the limb can be checked for adequate circulation 3. Wash the site with warm water 4. Elevate the limb, but do not allow movement 3. You are managing a casualty but you do not have a first aid kit. For each situation on the left, identify the best alternative item you could use from those shown on the right. Write the item letter to match the situation number 1. A dressing for casualty with cut on the hand 2. A suspected fracture to upper arm 3. A suspected fracture to lower arm...d......a......b... a. Belt b. Magazine c. Shirt 4. A splint...c... d. Handkerchief 4. Name three types of slings Elevated, Collar & Cuff, Traditional 5. List five factors that you should consider before moving a casualty 1 Danger 2 Location 3 Route of movement 4 Equipment 5 Personnel SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 73

74 Assessment Summary The assessment summary below outlines all of the tasks which must be completed satisfactorily for a course participant to be assessed as competent in the Senior First Aid Certificate and the competencies which it is aligned to. Evidence Collection Supervised By: Assessment Grouping Assessment Activity Title Assessor Theory Assessment Task 1: Written Questioning Assessor Practical Skills Assessment Task 2: Patient Assessment and CPR Assessor Practical Skills Assessment Task 3: First Aid Report Form Assessor Practical Skills Assessment Task 4: Asthma Inhaler Use Assessor Practical Skills Assessment Task 5: Choking Assessor Practical Skills Assessment Task 6: Carries and Supports Assessor Scenario Assessment Task 7: Basic First Aid Scenario Assessor Practical Skills Assessment Task 8: Pressure Immobilisation Bandage Assessor Practical Skills Assessment Task 9: Treatment of Strain/Sprain Assessor Scenario Assessment Task 10: First Aid Scenario Assessment Activities Assessment Task 1: Written Questioning The candidate will be assessed on understanding of first aid theory through a mixture of multi choice, true/false and short answer questions. All questions are based on information found in the First Aid Training Manual. The question paper is available from the local District Officer or Life Saving Victoria. All answers are to be written on the answer sheet in the Assessment Portfolio section of the Learner Guide SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 74

75 Assessment Task 2: Patient Assessment and CPR The candidate will demonstrate an initial patient assessment on a live patient. All CPR will be performed on a CPR Manikin. Assessment Task 3: First Aid Report Form Using information gathered about the casualty in assessment task 2, 9 or 11, complete the First Aid Treatment Report provided in the Assessment portfolio section of this guide or provide the information to another person to enable them to fill it in. Assessment Task 4: Asthma Inhaler Use Demonstrate to the assessor the correct way to assist a casualty to use their reliever inhaler. Candidates will also need to answer the questions whilst completing this task. Assessment Task 5: Choking Demonstrate to the assessor the correct way to treat a casualty with a severe airway obstruction Assessment Task 6: Carries and Supports Demonstrate a single person human crutch, a two person human crutch and a blanket lift Assessment Task 7: Basic First Aid Scenario The assessor will provide the candidate with a scenario requiring the use of basic first aid techniques, the scenario will allow the candidate to demonstrate skills as required by the checklist in the assessment portfolio section of the learner guide. Assessment Task 8: Pressure Immobilisation Bandage Demonstrate the application of the a pressure immobilisation bandage SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 75

76 Assessment Task 9: Treatment of Strain/Sprain Demonstrate the treatment of a strain or sprain. Assessment Task 10: First Aid Scenario The assessor will provide the candidate with a scenario requiring the use of first aid techniques, the scenario will allow the candidate to demonstrate skills as required by the checklist in the assessment portfolio section of the learner guide. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 76

77 Assessment Tools Most tools for assessment do not need to be restricted. Even participants may see the assessment tools prior to assessment as part of a fair assessment process. The difference between restricted and unrestricted assessment tools and where they can be found is explained below. Unrestricted Assessment Tools The majority of assessment tools for participants should be found in the individual assessment portfolio for each candidate. Some assessment tools such as group assessment checklists, or detailed observation checklists may have also been developed to assist assessors in conducting large group assessments and to ensure the reliability of assessment. These assessment tools can be found in Appendix 1 of this Delivery and Assessment Guide. The following assessment tools are unrestricted and can be found in Appendix 1 of this resource. Group Assessment Summary and Competency Record Restricted Assessment Tools The Delivery and Assessment guides for the Australian Lifesaving Academy resources are intended for access to all personnel involved in delivery and assessment. To ensure authenticity of some assessment evidence, some assessment tools such as specific case studies and theory question papers are restricted. These tools are included as a part of Appendix 2. Appendix 2 is not included with this document and can be obtained by authorised personnel from the local District Officer or Life Saving Victoria SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 77

78 APPENDICES SUMMARY Appendix 1 Group Assessment Tools There is a group assessment summary and competency record available for this course Appendix 2 Restricted Assessment Tools For Apply (Senior) First Aid the following assessment tools are restricted: Sample Answers to Written Questioning Appendix 3 RPL Documentation Australian Lifesaving Academy RPL information comes in three sections. Section 1 is general RPL information, Section 2 is RPL information specific to the course and Section 3 are the forms to record assessment outcomes of RPL. Appendix 4 Mapping Documents Mapping documents are primarily for the Registered Training Organisation to demonstrate how the training and assessment of a specific course meets the requirements of the qualification and units of competency to which it is aligned. Mapping documents can also be used by trainers and assessors who wish to understand the relationship between the course and the units of competency to provide more informed feedback about the materials or so that assessors can make reasonable adjustments to assessment tasks without affecting the validity of the assessment. APPENDIX 1 Group Assessment Tools Individual assessment tools will have been developed and included in the assessment portfolio section for each course participant. Frequently the format of these resources, as individual documents, creates unnecessary work for assessors. Where larger groups of candidates are assessed there may be time savings made if the recording documents for larger groups are reformatted. These tools should be used to assess the same tasks as outlined in the individual assessment portfolio. Group Assessment Summary and Competency Record (This Group Checklist is best printed at an A3 size to allow room for writing of Candidate Details) SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 78

79 Attendance Day 1 Attendance Day 2 CPR Theory BEC Theory FA Theory Patient Assess. & CPR FA Form Asthma Choking Carries BEC Scenario Pres. Im. Bandage Sprain/Strain FA Scenario SLSA CPR Cert (C/NYC) SLSA BEC Cert. (C/NYC) SLSA FA Cert (C/NYC) HLTCPR201A (C/NYC) HLTFA201A (C/NYC) HLTFA301B (C/NYC) Australian Lifesaving Academy Appendices Group Assessment Summary and Competency Record Course Date Course Venue Senior First Aid (FA) Basic Emergency Care (BEC) CPR Name DOB Address Assessor Name: Signature: Date: SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 1

80 Appendices APPENDIX 2 Restricted Assessment Tools This assessment tool is available from your local District Officer or Life Saving Victoria, it includes answers to the Senior First Aid theory paper. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 2

81 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate APPENDIX 3 RPL Documentation Australian Lifesaving Academy RPL information comes in three sections; Section 1 is general RPL information, Section 2 is RPL information specific to the course and Section 3 are the forms to record assessment outcomes of RPL. This appendix includes Section 2 RPL information specific to the Senior First Aid Certificate and Section 3, the specific forms for RPL. Section 1 is available from the SLSA website or your local Australian Lifesaving Academy Branch SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 3

82 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Apply (Senior) First Aid Certificate Recognition of Prior Learning Documentation SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 1

83 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Introduction Participants who already have some of the required knowledge and/or skills for part or all of the Senior First Aid Certificate course can apply to complete a module or the whole course via an assessment only pathway known as Recognition. This document explains the recognition process and contains self-assessment tools for you to complete. These tools will assist you to make a decision about whether to apply for Recognition or to apply to attend training, or a combination of both. Steps in the Recognition process 1. Read this Guide and make a list of questions to ask your Assessor if necessary. 2. Discuss the Recognition process with your Assessor to ensure you understand the process and the possible outcomes. 3. Use the Self-Assessment contained in this Guide to help you decide whether to apply for Recognition. 4. If you decide to go ahead with Recognition, complete the application form 5. Complete the assessment and/or provide proof of your skills and knowledge to the assessor. 6. Assessor provides feedback and makes the assessment decision. 7. Provide feedback about the Recognition process using the evaluation form provided. 8. Any qualifications or statements of attainment achieved are issued to you. 9. If unsuccessful, ask the assessor to explain your options for attaining the qualification or statement of attainment. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 2

84 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Senior First Aid Certificate The Senior First Aid Certificate aligns with the nationally-endorsed units of competency HLTCPR201A Perform CPR, HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support, HLTFA301B Apply first aid Course outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: understand the priorities in an emergency situation undertake a primary assessment of a injured person have a knowledge of and deal with respiratory conditions have a knowledge of and deal with cardiac conditions deliver the techniques of resuscitation deal with bleeding and shock have a knowledge of and deal with medical emergencies manage musculoskeletal injuries manage head, neck and spinal injuries manage chest, abdominal and pelvic injuries deal with poisoning and envenomation situations have a knowledge of and deal with environmental emergencies document treatment given. Proof of relevant skills and knowledge In order to prove you already have the skills and knowledge delivered by this course, you can choose to EITHER: complete the assessment tasks for the course OR provide proof that demonstrates you have these skills and knowledge, which might include: o demonstrate skills to your assessor o reports or references supporting your relevant skills and knowledge o names and contact details of referees o other types of proof agreed with your assessor The evidence sheets on the following pages will provide you with examples of evidence that you may have. Read the Evidence Sheets and use the Self Assessment forms on the next pages to help you make a decision about whether to apply for Recognition Assessment. Refer to the sample completed self assessment at the end of this Guide SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 3

85 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Senior First Aid Certificate Evidence Sheets Summary of Unit Requirements HLTCPR201A Perform CPR 1. Respond to signs of an unconscious casualty 2. Perform CPR 3. Communicate details of the incident Critical aspects of evidence: Assessment must include demonstrated evidence of specified Essential Knowledge and Essential Skills identified in this competency unit Competence must be demonstrated working individually Currency of CPR knowledge and skills is to be demonstrated in line with State/Territory, ARC and industry guidelines Explanation of relevant job roles You may have developed the required competencies through work done in the following roles Paramedic Emergency Room Nurse Workplace first aider First Responder in organisations such as St John s Ambulance, SES, Ski Patrol, Fire Services Examples of possible evidence and its requirements Demonstration of skills and verbal questioning during RPL interview Current CPR certification Evidence skill currency from in-house training (Letter from supervisor Copy of completed reports or logs SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 4

86 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Evidence Sheets Summary of Unit Requirements HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support 1. Respond in an emergency situation 2. Apply identified first aid procedures 3. Communicate details of the incident 4. Evaluate own performance Critical aspects of evidence: Assessment must include demonstrated evidence of specified Essential Knowledge and Essential Skills identified in this competency unit Competence should be demonstrated working individually and, where appropriate, as part of a first aid team. Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace or community setting Currency of CPR knowledge and skills is to be demonstrated in line with state/territory regulations, legislation and policies, ARC and industry guidelines<< List the critical aspect of evidence here>> Explanation of relevant job roles You may have developed the required competencies through work done in the following roles Paramedic Emergency Room Nurse Workplace first aider First Responder in organisations such as St John s Ambulance, SES, Ski Patrol, Fire Services Examples of possible evidence and its requirements Demonstration of skills and verbal questioning during RPL interview Current CPR certification Current basic level first aid qualifications Evidence skill currency from in-house training (Letter from supervisor) Copy of completed reports or logs SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 5

87 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Evidence Sheets Summary of Unit Requirements HLTFA301B Apply first aid 1. Assess the situation 2. Apply first aid procedures 3. Communicate details of the incident 4. Evaluate own performance Critical aspects of evidence: Assessment must include demonstrated evidence of specified Essential Knowledge and Essential Skills identified in this competency unit Competence should be demonstrated working individually and, where appropriate, as part of a first aid team Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace or community setting Currency of first aid knowledge and skills is to be demonstrated in line with State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies, ARC and industry guidelines Explanation of relevant job roles You may have developed the required competencies through work done in the following roles Paramedic Emergency Room Nurse Workplace first aider First Responder in organisations such as St John s Ambulance, SES, Ski Patrol, Fire Services Examples of possible evidence and its requirements Demonstration of skills and verbal questioning during RPL interview Current CPR certification Current basic level first aid qualifications Current First Aid Qualification Evidence skill currency from in-house training (Letter from supervisor) Copy of completed reports or logs SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 6

88 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Self Assessment Use this Self Assessment if you believe you already have the skills and knowledge (competencies) covered in this course. It will help you to decide whether you want to be assessed for competency in this course instead of attending the training. This Self Assessment relates to the following units of competency: HLTCPR201A Perform CPR, HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support HLTFA301B Apply first aid These units are from the HLT07 Health Training Package suite of generic first aid competencies, they are not aligned to a particular qualification. Please complete the self assessment below clearly identifying what proof you may have to demonstrate your competence in the right hand column as well as providing any additional information you consider necessary. I can do this Yes/No I can prove this by: (describe here how you can support your claim of competence or describe your experience) Perform a Primary Assessment (DRABCD) HLTCPR201A Element 1 HLTFA201A Element 2 HLTFA301B Element 2 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 7

89 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Perform CPR HLTCPR201A Element 2 HLTFA201A Element 2 HLTFA301B Element 2 Assess an emergency situation and develop an emergency action plan HLTFA201A Element 1 HLTFA301B Element 1 Treat illnesses and injuries including: bleeding control, care of unconscious, infection control as it relates to standard precautions, airway management, chest pain, casualty with no signs of life, shock, respiratory distress, including asthma, severe allergic reaction HLTFA201A Element 2 HLTFA301B Element 2 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 8

90 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Treat illnesses and injuries including: abdominal injuries, allergic reactions, altered and loss of consciousness, bleeding, burns thermal, chemical, friction, electrical, cardiac arrest, casualty with no signs of life, chest pain, choking/airway obstruction, injuries: cold and crush injuries; eye and ear injuries; head, neck and spinal injuries; minor skin injuries; needle stick injuries; soft tissue injuries including sprains, strains, dislocations, envenomation snake, spider, insect and marine bites, environmental impact such as hypothermia, hyperthermia, dehydration, heat stroke, fractures, medical conditions, including cardiac conditions, epilepsy, diabetes, asthma and other respiratory conditions, near drowning, poisoning and toxic substances (including chemical contamination), respiratory distress, seizures, shock, stroke, substance misuse common drugs and alcohol, including illicit drugs HLTFA301B Element 2 Communicate complete details of incident by writing a report, filling in forms or providing information to someone else who can write the report HLTCPR201A Element 3 HLTFA201A Element 3 HLTFA301B Element 3 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 9

91 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Evaluate own performance and seek support if required HLTFA201A Element 4 HLTFA301B Element 4 Based on my responses above, I believe I can already demonstrate competency in all of the items listed above and would like to be assessed against these units of competency. YES/NO If NO, you will need to attend the training and complete the associated assessment tasks to gain the skills and knowledge if you wish to attain the qualification/statement of attainment. If YES, you should speak to your local trainer/assessor about proceeding with the Recognition of Prior Learning process. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 10

92 Competent Not Yet Competent Australian Lifesaving Academy RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate RPL Assessment Portfolio This RPL portfolio includes all of the evidence you are required to submit to your assessor to demonstrate competence in the Senior First Aid Certificate and the related competencies listed in the competency record below. Learner Details First Name: Date of Birth: Surname: Club / Group: Telephone: Competency Record SLSA Course Resuscitation Certificate Basic Emergency Care Certificate Senior First Aid Certificate Nationally Recognised Units of Competency HLTCPR201A Perform CPR HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support HLTFA301B Apply first aid Assessor Name Assessor Signature Date SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 11

93 Date Completed Satisfactory/ Not Satisfactory (S/NS) Assessor Signature Australian Lifesaving Academy RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate RPL Assessment Summary Participant Name: Assessment Tasks Task 1: HLTCPR201A Perform CPR Task 2: HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support Task 3: HLTFA301B Apply first aid Comments: SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 12

94 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Summary of Unit Requirements (Taken directly from the Training Package) HLTCPR201A Perform CPR 1. Respond to signs of an unconscious casualty 2. Perform CPR 3. Communicate details of the incident Candidate Explanation (the candidate s own story about their relevant experience) Documentary Evidence Attached (Work samples, references, certificates and other documents organised in a folder and numbered or coded in some way) Document Description No Critical aspects of evidence: Assessment must include demonstrated evidence of specified Essential Knowledge and Essential Skills identified in this competency unit Competence must be demonstrated working individually Currency of CPR knowledge and skills is to be demonstrated in line with State/Territory, ARC and industry guidelines Reviewed and approved by Assessor: Name: Signature Date: SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 13

95 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Summary of Unit Requirements (Taken directly from the Training Package) HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support 1. Respond in an emergency situation 2. Apply identified first aid procedures 3. Communicate details of the incident 4. Evaluate own performance Candidate Explanation (the candidate s own story about their relevant experience) Documentary Evidence Attached (Work samples, references, certificates and other documents organised in a folder and numbered or coded in some way) Document Description No Critical aspects of evidence: Assessment must include demonstrated evidence of specified Essential Knowledge and Essential Skills identified in this competency unit Competence should be demonstrated working individually and, where appropriate, as part of a first aid team. Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace or community setting Currency of CPR knowledge and skills is to be demonstrated in line with state/territory regulations, legislation and policies, ARC and industry guidelines<< List the critical aspect of evidence here>> Reviewed and approved by Assessor: Name: Signature Date: SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 14

96 RPL Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate Summary of Unit Requirements (Taken directly from the Training Package) HLTFA301B Apply first aid 1. Assess the situation 2. Apply first aid procedures 3. Communicate details of the incident 4. Evaluate own performance Candidate Explanation (the candidate s own story about their relevant experience) Documentary Evidence Attached (Work samples, references, certificates and other documents organised in a folder and numbered or coded in some way) Document Description No Critical aspects of evidence: Assessment must include demonstrated evidence of specified Essential Knowledge and Essential Skills identified in this competency unit Competence should be demonstrated working individually and, where appropriate, as part of a first aid team Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace or community setting Currency of first aid knowledge and skills is to be demonstrated in line with State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies, ARC and industry guidelines Reviewed and approved by Assessor: Name: Signature Date: SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 15

97 Mapping Documentation Senior First Aid Certificate APPENDIX 4 Mapping Documentation A Mapping document shows the relationship of a course, to the Nationally Recognised units of competency to which it is aligned. This information will be useful to: Assessors who wish to make reasonable adjustments to the assessment process. Trainers & Assessors who wish to review resources and supply informed comments to improve the resources within the requirements of the units of competency. RTO personnel for extending scope of registration or proving compliance at audit Resource development personnel reviewing and redeveloping resources. Mapping documents for HLTCPR201A Perform CPR HLTFA201B Provide basic emergency life support HLTFA301B Apply first aid are included in this guide. Documents showing equivalency for the units of competency listed below can be requested from Surf Life Saving Australia PUAEME001B Provide emergency care PUAEME002C Manage injuries at an emergency incident SRXFAD001A Provide first aid SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 1

98 Additional Appendices Mapping of SLSA Senior First Aid Certificate Course to HLTFA301B Apply first aid HLTFA301B Apply first aid Delivered in Training Assessed by Descriptor Employability Skills This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements Pre- /co-requisites There are no pre-requisites or co-requisites for this competency unit This unit incorporates the content of units: HLTCPR201A Perform CPR HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support Application These skills and knowledge may be applied in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings Training Package users should ensure implementation is consistent with any specific workplace and/or relevant legislative requirements in relation to first aid, including State/Territory requirements for currency Application of these skills and knowledge should be contextualised as required to address specific industry, enterprise or workplace requirements and to address specific risks and hazards and associated injuries A current Senior First Aid, Workplace Level 2 or Level 2 qualification may provide evidence of skills and knowledge required by this competency unit. However, as with all evidence of competence, evidence must be assessed against the requirements specified in the competency unit ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 1. Assess the situation 1.1 Identify assess and minimise hazards in the situation that may pose a risk C1, C2, C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q13 of injury or illness to self and others 1.2 Minimise immediate risk to self and casualty's health and safety by C1, C2, C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q13 controlling any hazard in accordance with occupational health and safety requirements 1.3 Assess casualty and identify injuries, illnesses and conditions C2, C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 & a range of questions from the theory assessment 2. Apply first aid procedures 2.1 Calmly provide information to reassure casualty, adopting a C2, C3 Task 7, Task 10 communication style to match the casualty s level of consciousness 2.2 Use available resources and equipment to make the casualty as comfortable as possible C2, C3 Task 6, Task 7, Task 8, Task 9, Task 10 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 2

99 Additional Appendices 2.3 Respond to the casualty in a culturally aware, sensitive and respectful C1, C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 manner 2.4 Determine and explain the nature of casualty s injury/condition and C2, C3 Task 7, Task 10 relevant first aid procedures to provide comfort 2.5 Seek consent from casualty prior to applying first aid management C1, C3 Task 7, Task Provide first aid management in accordance with established first aid All Materials and assessment tasks Task 7, Task 10 principles and Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines and/or State/Territory are built on standard first aid regulations, legislation and policies and industry requirements principles etc as outline by the ARC and First aid best practice 2.7 Seek first aid assistance from others in a timely manner and as C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q1, Q15 appropriate 2.8 Correctly operate first aid equipment as required for first aid management C1, C2, C5, C8, C14 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q3, Q4 according to manufacturer/supplier s instructions and local policies and/or procedures 2.9 Use safe manual handling techniques as required Task 6, Task 7, Task 8, Task 9, C14 Task Monitor casualty's condition and respond in accordance with effective C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 first aid principles and procedures 2.11 Finalise casualty management according to casualty s needs and first aid C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 principles 3. Communicate details of the incident 3.1 Request ambulance support and/or appropriate medical assistance C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q1, Q15 according to relevant circumstances using relevant communication media and equipment 3.2 Accurately convey assessment of casualty s condition and management C1, C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q1, Q15 activities to ambulance services /other emergency services/relieving personnel 3.3 Prepare reports as appropriate in a timely manner, presenting all relevant C1 Task 3, Task 7, Task 10 facts according to established procedures 3.4 Accurately record details of casualty s physical condition, changes in C1 Task 3, Task 7, Task 10 conditions, management and response to management in line with established procedures 3.5 Maintain confidentiality of records and information in line with privacy C1 Task 3, Task 7, Task 10, Q8 principles and statutory and/or organisation policies 4. Evaluate own performance 4.1 Seek feedback from appropriate clinical expert C3 Task 7, Task Recognise the possible psychological impacts on rescuers of involvement C3 Q10 in critical incidents 4.3 Participate in debriefing/evaluation as appropriate to improve future C3 Task 7, Task 10 response and address individual needs REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 3

100 Additional Appendices Essential knowledge: ARC Guidelines relating to provision of first aid as outlined Working knowledge of: All first aid protocols in training and assessment activities are based on ARC guidelines - basic principles and concepts underlying the practice of first aid - procedures for dealing with major and minor injury and illness - priorities of management in first aid when dealing with life threatening conditions - basic occupational health and safety requirements in the provision of first aid - infection control principles and procedures, including use of standard precautions C1 Q35 Thoughout manual Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 and a range of questions in the theory assessment C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 C1, Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q1, Q4, Q13 C1, Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q1 - chain of survival C2 Q12 - first Aiders skills and limitations C1 Q9 Understanding of the use of an Automated External C2 Q3, Q4 Defibrillator (AED), including when to use and when not to First aid management of: - abdominal injuries C11 Q32 - allergic reactions C8 Q17 - altered and loss of consciousness C10 Q28 - bleeding C7 Task 7 - burns thermal, chemical, friction, electrical C13 Q22, Q24 - cardiac arrest C6 Task 2 - casualty with no signs of life C2, C3 Task 2 - chest pain C6 Q16 - choking/airway obstruction C5 Task 5 - injuries: cold and crush injuries; eye and ear C7, C9, C10, C11, C14 Task 7, Task 9, Q24, Q26, Q28, Q33 injuries; head, neck and spinal injuries; minor skin injuries; needle stick injuries; soft tissue injuries including sprains, strains, dislocations - envenomation snake, spider, insect and C12 Task 8, Q38 marine bites - environmental impact such as hypothermia, C13 Q20, Q21 hyperthermia, dehydration, heat stroke - fractures C9, C14 Task 10 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 4

101 Additional Appendices - medical conditions, including cardiac C5, C6, C8 Task 4, Q3, Q16, Q25, Q27, Q36 conditions, epilepsy, diabetes, asthma and other respiratory conditions - near drowning C5 Q35 - poisoning and toxic substances (including C13 Q23 chemical contamination) - respiratory distress C5 Task 4, Q36 - seizures C8 Q25 - shock C4 Task 7, Task 10 - stroke C6 Q27 - substance misuse common drugs and C12 Q29, Q30 alcohol, including illicit drugs Awareness of stress management techniques and C3 Q10 available support Social/legal issues: - duty of care C1 Q9 - need to be culturally aware, sensitive and C1 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 respectful - importance of debriefing C3 Task 7, Task 10 - confidentiality C1 Q8 - own skills and limitations C1 Q9, Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 Essential skills: Ability to: Conduct an initial casualty assessment C2 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 Plan an appropriate first aid response in line with C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q34 established first aid principles, policies and procedures, ARC Guidelines and/or State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies and industry requirements and respond appropriately to contingencies in line with own skills Demonstrate correct procedures for performing CPR using a manikin, including standard precautions (i.e. as per unit HLTCPR201A Perform CPR) C2 See Mapping document for HLTCPR201A Apply first aid principles C1 and thoughout manual All Assessment tasks and specifically Q37 Infection control, including use of standard C1 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q1 precautions Follow OH&S guidelines C1, C2, C3 & C14 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q1 Demonstrate: - safe manual handling C14 Task 6 - consideration of the welfare of the casualty C1 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 5

102 Additional Appendices - ability to call an ambulance C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q2, Q15 - site management to prevent further injury C2, C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q13 Provide assistance with self-medication as per C5, C8 Task 4 subject s own medication regime and in line with State/Territory legislation, regulations and policies and any available medical/pharmaceutical instructions Administer medication in line with state/territory At this level, all state legislation Task 4 regulations, legislation and policies does not allow first aiders to administer medication Prepare a written incident report or provide C1 Task 3 information to enable preparation of an incident report Communicate effectively and assertively in an C1 and skill development through Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 incident practical activities Make prompt and appropriate decisions relating to C3 and development through Task 2, Task 7, Task 10 managing an incident in the workplace practical activities Call an ambulance and/or medical assistance C3 Task 2, Task 7, Task 10, Q2, Q15 according to relevant circumstances and report casualty s condition Use literacy and numeracy skills as required to By completing the course which requires reading course materials this read, interpret and apply guidelines and protocols skill is demonstrated Evaluate own response and identify appropriate C3 Task 7, Task 10 improvements where required RANGE STATEMENT Contextualisation to address specific requirements may include: Focus on first aid management of specific types of injury First aid provision under specific constraints or circumstances (e.g. in confined spaces, in maritime work environment or in work environment involving identified risks/hazards) Course materials cover a range of hazards and the treatment of a range of illnesses and inujuries. Trainers and assessors will further contextualise the specific hazards and injuries based on participants working environment Established first aid principles include: Preserve life C1 Q37 Prevent illness, injury and condition(s) becoming worse Promote recovery Protect the unconscious casualty Vital signs include: Consciousness C3 Task 10 Breathing Circulation SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 6

103 Additional Appendices A hazard is: A source or situation with the potential for harm in terms of human injury or ALA RTOs use a range of hazards during training and assessment ill-health, damage to property, the environment, or a combination of these appropriate to the participants work environment Hazards may include: Physical hazards Course materials cover a range of hazards. Trainers and assessors will Biological hazards further contextualise the specific hazards based on participants working Chemical hazards environment Hazards associated with manual handling Risks may include: Risks from equipment, machinery and substances Course materials cover a range of risks. Trainers and assessors will further contextualise the specific risks based on participants working environment Risks from first aid equipment Environmental risks Exposure to blood and other body substances Risk of further injury to the casualty Risks associated with the proximity of other workers and bystanders Risks from vehicles Casualty s condition is managed for: Abdominal injuries As defined under required knowledge Airway obstruction Allergic reactions Altered and loss of consciousness Bleeding Burns thermal, chemical, friction, electrical Chest pain/cardiac arrest Injuries: cold and crush injuries; eye and ear injuries; head, neck and spinal injuries; minor skin injuries; needle stick injuries; soft tissue injuries including sprains, strains, dislocations Near drowning First aid management must take into account applicable Envenomation snake, spider, insect and marine bites Environmental conditions such as hypothermia, hyperthermia, dehydration, heat stroke Fractures Medical conditions, including cardiac conditions, epilepsy, diabetes, asthma and other respiratory conditions No signs of life Poisoning and toxic substances (including chemical contamination) Respiratory distress/arrest Seizures Shock Stroke Substance misuse common drugs and alcohol, including illicit drugs. The setting in which first aid is provided, including: SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 7

104 Additional Appendices aspects of: - workplace policies and procedures The training manual covers these - industry/site specific regulations, codes etc. issues in a range of ways either - OHS requirements through general reminders such as in the information about pause and - state and territory workplace health and safety legislative plan which reminds the first aiders requirements to consider the issues in - location and nature of the incident responding as well as described in - situational risks associated with, for example, electrical and biological the treatment of associated hazards, weather, motor vehicle accidents injuries. EG weather is covered in the treatment of extremes of heat - location of emergency services personnel. and cold. Trainers will also set scenarios that highlight the issues appropriate to the local environment of the first aider Resources and equipment are used appropriate to the risk to be met and may include: Communication media and equipment may include but are not limited to: Task 7, Task 10 These tasks require participants to consider these issues. The assessor will contextualise the specific scenario to the local environment The use and availability of first aid equipment and resources C3 Task 2, Task 4, Task 7-10 Infection control C1 Q1 Legal and social responsibilities of first aider C1 Q9 AED First aid kit Auto-injector Puffer/inhaler Resuscitation mask or barrier Spacer device Telephones, including landline, mobile and satellite phones HF/VHF radio Flags Flares Two way radio Electronic equipment ALA RTOs supply a range of resources and equipment to participants as appropriate to their work environment A range of communication options are included in the training and assessment scenarios as appropriate to the likely communication devices available to course participants Hand signals Appropriate clinical expert may include: Supervisor/manager Handover to ambulance personnel in included in training and assessment Ambulance officer/paramedic activities Other medical/health worker Documentation may include: Injury report forms A generic first aid form is supplied in task 3 and can be substituted within Workplace documents as per organisation requirements organisational specific form as required Documentation may include recording: Time C1, C3 Task 3 Location Description of injury SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 8

105 Additional Appendices EVIDENCE GUIDE Critical aspects of assessment: Context and resources required for assessment: Access and equity considerations: First aid management Fluid intake/output, including fluid loss via: - blood - vomit - faeces - urine Administration of medication including: - time - date - person administering - dose Vital signs Assessment must include demonstrated evidence of specified Essential Knowledge and Essential Skills identified in this competency unit Competence should be demonstrated working individually and, where appropriate, as part of a first aid team Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace or community setting Currency of first aid knowledge and skills is to be demonstrated in line with State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies, ARC and industry guidelines Skills in performing first aid procedures are to be assessed through demonstration, with questioning to confirm essential knowledge For assessment purposes, demonstration of skills in CPR procedures requires using a model of the human body (resuscitation manikin) in line with Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities NA As defined above Task 2-10 Assessment tasks will have hazards and likely injuries appropriate to the patricipants environment Skills are observed at the time of assessment ensuring currency in line with guidelines Task 1-10 include a range of practical deomonstrations supported by Theory assessment All ALA RTO supply manikins as approved by the ARC in all training programs All ALA RTOs abide by a code of practice that ensures all course participants access and equity rights are met SLSA V4.2 LSV-V1_ Page 9

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