Unit Award Scheme

76396 INTRODUCTION TO FIRST AID

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	make an assessment of all the relevant dangers to self or a casualty in a given situation	Summary sheet
2	assess the level of consciousness of a casualty	Summary sheet
3	check the airway of the casualty for blockages, and perform emergency procedures to prevent choking	Summary sheet
4	check signs for breathing and circulation	Summary sheet
5	perform Basic Life Support (BLS) on a simulated resus manikin	Summary sheet
6	place an unconscious casualty into a safe airway position	Summary sheet
7	perform a full body assessment of an injury on an unconscious casualty that is still breathing	Summary sheet
8	stem bleeding using direct pressure and elevation and use an appropriate bandage to keep pressure on a wound and keep it elevated	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
9	at least one cause of a burn and one course of a scald	Summary sheet
10	correct first aid treatment for burns and scalds	Summary sheet
11	how to make a phone call to an identified emergency service	Summary sheet
12	how to make safe at least two potentially hazardous situations, before dealing with a casualty.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 18 July 2007Level - Level One