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Assessment activities: Written question & answer/test/exam; oral question & answer; written description; reflective log/diary; role play/simulation; practical demonstration.
Those assessment criteria which require the learner to demonstrate capability must have that aspect assessed through practical role play/simulation or practical demonstration in a work setting where possible. Only where naturally-occurring evidence does not present itself, may an aspect be assessed through practical demonstration in a simulated setting.
Understand the basic principles of emergency first aid.
Identify situations which require the assistance of the emergency services.
Describe how the emergency services should be called, following organisational requirements.
Explain the correct procedures for assisting injured people, with a clear indication of safe practices and own limitations.
Be able to provide first assistance and treatment for a casualty.
Demonstrate competent first aid skills in basic emergency situations, eg simple cuts, grazes, bruises, shock.
Demonstrate competent first aid skills to treat casualties of a serious accident or incident until the emergency services arrive.
Understand how to establish and maintain a fully equipped first aid kit.
Describe the basic first aid materials used in a first aid kit appropriate for a specific activity and location.
Explain the procedure for maintaining a first aid kit, including the replacement of used stock and out-of-date or damaged materials.