Unit Award Scheme

93886 FIRST AID (UNIT 1): CONSCIOUSNESS AND THE RECOVERY POSITION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	check, in a simulated situation, that the casualty is breathing, eg by listening	Summary sheet
2	find and measure a pulse, eg at the wrist	Summary sheet
3	determine, in a simulated situation, the level of consciousness, eg by pinching the casualty	Summary sheet
4	place the casualty in a recovery position	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
5	the four steps to be taken on arriving at an emergency situation, ie assess, make safe, aid, summon help	Student completed work
6	the respiratory and circulation systems	Student completed work
7	the ABC rule, ie Airway, Breathing, Circulation	Student completed work
experienced
8	taking part in a group discussion about placing unconscious casualties in the recovery position.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 3 November 2004Level - Entry Level