Short Course in First Aid and Low Voltage Rescue

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel

Course Description

This course applies to a wide range of settings where first aid emergencies may occur, including workplaces, educational facilities, homes, and community environments. It provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to perform CPR and deliver an effective First Aid response for a range of medical conditions and traumatic injuries.

The course also includes the skills and knowledge required to perform a rescue from live low voltage (LV) electrical apparatus within an electrical industry environment. This does not include work involving overhead powerlines or underground cables.

Participants will also learn the organisational and workplace requirements for the inspection and use of live LV panel rescue equipment, including the application of relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, mobility and mutual aid obligations relevant to electricity supply industry (ESI) workers and electrical industry personnel.

Course Highlights

Nationally Recognised Training
Industry expert trainers
Flexible, interactive eLearning pre-work
Hands on, fun learning environment

Application & Relevance

This course includes the organisational workplace requirements for the inspection and use of live low voltage (LV) panel rescue equipment and how these requirements apply to electricity supply industry (ESI) workers and electrical industry workers to meet work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), mobility and mutual aid obligations.

The unit also describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in accordance with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.

This course applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a workplace, electrical industry, or community setting.

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites. All participants will need the ability to meet the physical demands of providing first aid. Participants will also need oral communication skills to make an accurate verbal report to emergency services as well as the written communication skills needed for completion of a First Aid Incident Report.

Assessment Methods

Progressive assessment throughout the course, including demonstration of practical skills and written and oral questions relating to underpinning knowledge. Note that the provision of CPR must be demonstrated on the floor.

Course Content

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response, life support, and management of casualties until the arrival of medical or other assistance.

The course also includes the organisational workplace requirements for the inspection and use of live low voltage (LV) panel rescue equipment and how these requirements apply to electricity supply industry (ESI) workers and electrical industry workers in meeting work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), mobility, and mutual aid obligations.

Units of Competency

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel

Course Duration and Location

Course Fees

Please refer to fees on website.

Responsibility for Training

Vital Skills Training is responsible under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 for the quality of the training and assessment being delivered in this course and for the issuance of all AQF certificates. Please refer to the Student Handbook for further information on all student rights and obligations including complaints and appeals

Certification

A nationally-recognised Statement of Attainment will be issued to all successful participants by Vital Skills Training including the following units of competency:

Learner Support

This course requires Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to interpret work instructions, complete online theory and record work outcomes. If you believe you do not possess the requisite LLN requirements for this course please refer to the Learner Support Services Policy or discuss your needs with our friendly team.

National Recognition

On successfully completing the training and assessment you will be issued a Statement of Attainment for the relevant units of competency. These units of competence are nationally recognised and provide individuals with a valuable outcome that is recognised throughout Australia.

Workshop Attendance

There is a compulsory face-to-face workshop component of this course. Students must attend a face-to-face assessment to be assessed in practical aspects of the course curriculum.

Work Placement

There is no requirement for work placement in this course

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