UETDRMP010

Provide first aid in an ESI environment

Initial:

4 hours

Refresher:

2 hours

Cost

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Description

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid in an electricity supply industry (ESI) environment. It includes the recognition and provision of an initial response where first aid is required and how it applies to ESI workers to meet work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), mobility and mutual aid requirements.

Prerequisites

HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Course aim

On completion, learners will be able to prepare to perform, carry out and complete provision of first aid in an ESI environment.

Target learner group

Persons required to work on or near electrical apparatus.

Learning activities

Delivery mode

Face-to-face led training
Theory assessment

Learning outcomes

After successfully completing this unit, a learner should be able to carry out the provision of first aid including:

assessment and control of dangers to rescuer, casualty and others
notification of external emergency services
the treatment of electrical burns, shock, bites, stings, bleeding and electric shock
first aid equipment and resources
first aid injury management principles.

Assessment approach

Learners are assessed using the following methods

Theory and written assessments.
Direct observation and practical assessment.

Course entry requirements

Learners in this course are required:

To have basic literacy and numeracy skills so learners can understand the theory and assessments.
Hold the current certification in the required prerequisites.
Be sufficiently fit to participate in training.

Accreditation status

Nationally recognised training.

On successful completion of this course, learners will receive a statement of attainment.

Equipment & PPE

Not applicable for this unit.

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