Unit Award Scheme

LE2472 INTRODUCTION TO FIRST AID

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1check, in a simulated situation, that the casualty is breathingSummary sheet
2find a pulse and measure its rateSummary sheet
3check, in a simulated situation, the level of consciousnessSummary sheet
4place a person in the recovery positionSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

5steps to be taken on arriving at a specified emergencyStudent completed work
6the ABC rule, ie Airway, Breathing, CirculationStudent completed work
7at least one cause of a burn and one cause of a scaldStudent completed work
8correct First Aid treatments for burns and scaldsStudent completed work
9at least two types of poisoning, eg by household poisons, drug poisonsStudent completed work
10correct first aid treatment for the two types of poisoning, eg maintain airway, breathing, circulation, obtain medical aid, identify poison.Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 10 January 1994Level - Level One