Elements and Performance Criteria
- Provide an immediate response to urgent conditions.
- Identify alarm codes and responses for medical emergencies.
- Control any hazards and consider the safety of self, the casualty and others in all action taken.
- Assess the casualty's condition in line with established first aid principles.
- Call for medical support according to the nature and urgency of the casualty's condition.
- Provide first aid management and monitor the casualty's vital signs according to established first aid principles.
- Record and report incidents and own response according to organisational requirements.
- Participate in incident debriefing and counselling according to organisational policies.
- Supervise an incident site.
- Assess the degree of risk and apply emergency procedures if required, considering the safety of self and others in all actions taken.
- Maintain a calm and confident manner in all communication and actions.
- Comply precisely with your organisation's occupational health and safety (OHS) and infection control guidelines.
- Call for specialist help if required and according to the urgency of the situation.
- Report all aspects of the incident and response accurately and according to the required process.