Assessor Resource

HLTDEFHC411B
Attend to client being transported by road ambulance

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competence has been based on HLTAMBT402C Transport emergency clients but does not include the requirement to drive a road ambulance

This unit covers the competency required to attend to clients being transported by road ambulance

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains Employability Skills



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the work

Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the work context, the assessment environment should represent work conditions as closely as possible

Resource implications:

Assessment requires access to:

a road ambulance

a client requiring transport

relevant clinical guidelines and protocols

Consistency in performance:

Competency should be demonstrated over time with a range of road ambulance transport situations that could be expected in the workplace

Context of assessment:

Competency should be assessed in a simulated workplace over a variety of situations involving the transport of clients in life-threatening situations

Access and equity considerations:

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Related units:

This unit may be assessed independently, but holistic assessment with other clinical units is encouraged

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes knowledge of:

Methods of loading and unloading clients under life-threatening conditions

Organisation policies and procedures

Client care and restraint during transportation

Relevant acts, regulations and procedures governing the handling/lifting of clients

Relevant Australian Standards such as AS/NZ Standard 4535: 1999 Ambulance Restraint Systems

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

Transport a client in a road ambulance in at least two situations, by loading/ unloading clients to exhibit effective handling skills and knowledge

Provide safe transportation of clients over routes, requiring effective communication with the driver of the ambulance vehicle

In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes the ability to:

Apply interpersonal and questioning skills

Prioritise workload

Provide basic client care

Solve problems

Use available resources

Use communications equipment and systems

Use equipment and resources competently and safely

Work with others and display empathy with clients and relatives

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Road ambulance may include:

6WD ambulance

4WD ambulance

2WD ambulance

Other designated transport vehicles

Organisation policies and procedures may include:

Acts, regulations service policy and procedures include those relating to the operation of radio and electronic communication equipment

Occupational health and safety Acts, regulations and standards

Organisation policy directives

Organisation standard operational procedures

Privacy Act

Safe lifting and manual handling procedures

Information relevant to client transport may include:

Location

Client information (demographic information, injury/illness information, time criticality)

Point of contact at client location

Receiving facility destination

Special equipment requirements

Ambulance equipment may include:

Communication devices

First responder medical kits

Hooks and stowage points

Lighting

Oxygen therapy

Client lifting devices

Personal protective equipment

Restraints

Splints, bandages and IV equipment

Storage compartments

Suction

Vital signs monitoring

Controlling the vehicle may includegiving instructions to vehicle driver about:

Limiting corner and obstacle turbulence

Limiting speed

Specified route

Communication may include:

Operating service radio equipment

Viable alternatives that support effective communication

Securing the client and equipment for transport may include:

Operating securing devices

Securing the client, client belongings, items of luggage and mobility devices

Using available ambulance space appropriately

Documenting client information may include:

MR - Demographic

M - Mechanism of injury

I - Injury

S - Significant signs and symptoms

T - Treatment

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Use client transport information received from dispatching authority to plan appropriate equipment, client care, route and timings according to organisation policies and procedures 
Notify appropriate receiving facility according to organisation policies and procedures 
Maintain continuity of care in order to provide seamless client care from point of collection to handover to appropriate receiving facility 
Utilise ambulance equipment in client transport and operate correctly according to manufacturer's/ supplier's instructions and local clinical guidelines 
Provide instructions to the vehicle driver so that vehicle moves in a manner that avoids exacerbation of client's condition 
Establish and maintain communication as required between driver and health care provider to ensure safe transport and effective client care 
Conduct loading/unloading smoothly, consistent with safe work practices, and organisation policies and procedures 
Ensure unnecessary movement does not exacerbate client's illness/injury during loading and unloading 
Remove client(s) from scene in a manner consistent with treatment and in accordance with organisation policies and procedures 
Secure client and equipment for transport in accordance with relevant organisation policies and procedures 
Document client information according to organisation policies and procedures 
Maintain client confidentiality 
Ensure documentation for handover procedures conveys all necessary information 
Ensure information is conveyed appropriately to individuals involved in ongoing client care to facilitate understanding and optimise continuing client care 
Maintain client care until responsibility for client care is taken over by staff of the receiving agency 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

HLTDEFHC411B - Attend to client being transported by road ambulance
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Assessment Record Sheet

HLTDEFHC411B - Attend to client being transported by road ambulance

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