Basic First Aid

HLTFA201A: Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
Course This unit stands alone and incorporates the content of unit HLTCPR201A Perform CPR.
Objective To equip participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical application to competently administer emergency first aid, after a life-threatening incident using basic life support measures only.
Assessment Basic First Aid has both practical and theoretical elements, where participants demonstrate procedures of techniques used and exhibit the necessary knowledge on administering emergency first aid.
Content
  • Legal Issues
  • Chain of Survival
  • DRABCD
  • Demonstrations and Practice on Manikins
  • Practical Assessment
  • First Aid Hygiene
  • Trauma Management
  • Medical Emergencies
Length Approximately 6 - 8 hours
Validity The Statement of Attainment remains valid for three years from the completion date. It is recommended that cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills (CPR) are refreshed annually.