Unit of competency Outline
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Apply advanced first aid
Apply advanced first aid
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTFA412A
HLTFA412A
State Code
WD148
WD148
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2014
Field of Education
069907 - First Aid
Original Release Date
05/08/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
DescriptorThis unit deals with the provision of advanced first aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance, and provision of support to other providersThis unit builds on HLTFA311A: Apply first aid to include additional skills and use of a range of equipment
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess the situation
- 1.1 Identify, assess and minimise hazards that may pose a risk of injury or illness to self and others
- 1.2 Assess risks to first aider and others and determine appropriate response to ensure prompt control of situation
- 1.3 Ascertain and prioritise need(s) for emergency services/medical assistance and undertake triage where required
- 1.4 Deploy resources to appropriate locations as required in line with workplace procedures
2. Manage the casualty(s)
- 2.1 Determine and explain the nature of casualty's injury/condition and relevant first aid procedures to provide comfort
- 2.2 Respond to the casualty in a culturally aware, sensitive and respectful manner
- 2.3 Seek consent for management of the casualty's injury/illness from person(s) where relevant
- 2.4 Determine and implement welfare procedure according to casualty(s) needs
- 2.5 Control effects of injury and determine and apply appropriate first aid management to meet the needs of the casualty and situation
- 2.6 Assist with self-medication in accordance with State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies and manufacturer's/supplier's instructions subject to casualty's regime
- 2.7 Monitor casualty‘s condition and respond in a timely manner in accordance with established first aid principles and procedures
- 2.8 Correctly operate basic life support equipment according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's/supplier's instructions
- 2.9 Apply safety procedures for operation of pressurised gases
- 2.10 Use safe manual handling techniques
- 2.11 Finalise casualty management according to casualty's needs and first aid principles
3. Coordinate first aid activities until arrival of medical assistance
- 3.1 Identify available resources required and establish communication links with appropriate personnel, emergency management services and medical assistance as appropriate
- 3.2 Deploy correct amount of resources to appropriate locations in an effective manner to ensure timely arrival of required resources
- 3.3 Document the provision of resources and recommend modifications as required
- 3.4 Monitor the condition of casualties in accordance with first aid principles and workplace procedures
- 3.5 Coordinate evacuation of casualties according to relevant evacuation procedures
- 3.6 Arrange support services for personnel involved in the incident in accordance with relevant principles and procedures
4. Communicate essential incident details
- 4.1 Maintain communication with relevant personnel using appropriate media and equipment
- 4.2 Communicate first aid information with other providers/carers to meet their needs and in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.3 Calmly provide information to reassure casualty, adopting a communication style to match the casualty's level of consciousness
- 4.4 Prepare an incident report in line with organisation requirements
- 4.5 Maintain confidentiality of records and information in line with privacy principles and statutory and/or organisation policies
5. Evaluate the incident
- 5.1 Evaluate management of the incident and where required develop an action plan in consultation with relevant parties
- 5.2 Participate in debriefing/evaluation in order to improve future operations and address individual's needs
- 5.3 Formulate and review contingency planning to identify and select alternative management principles and procedures as required
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects of assessment:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
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
Method of assessment may include:
Skills in performing first aid procedures are to be assessed through demonstration, with questioning to confirm essential knowledge
Skills may be assessed through simulations, using anatomical models, manikins or in a high fidelity simulation centre
For assessment purposes, demonstration of skills in CPR procedures requires using a model of the human body (resuscitation manikin) in line with ARC Guidelines
Access and equity considerations:
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
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects of assessment:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
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
Method of assessment may include:
Skills in performing first aid procedures are to be assessed through demonstration, with questioning to confirm essential knowledge
Skills may be assessed through simulations, using anatomical models, manikins or in a high fidelity simulation centre
For assessment purposes, demonstration of skills in CPR procedures requires using a model of the human body (resuscitation manikin) in line with ARC Guidelines
Access and equity considerations:
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
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8249 | HLTFA402C | Apply advanced first aid | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WG735 | HLTAID006 | Provide advanced first aid | Unit of competency |