Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
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HLTFA403B Manage first aid in the workplace |
HLTFA403C Manage first aid in the workplace |
ISC upgrade changes to remove references to old OHS legislation and replace with references to new WHS legislation. Updated unit codes to First Aid references. |
Unit Descriptor
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This unit addresses the establishment and maintenance of facilities to enable or facilitate the provision of appropriate first aid in the workplace |
Application of the Unit
Application |
The skills and knowledge described in this competency unit are suitable for those in nominated workplace first aider roles Training Package users should ensure implementation is consistent with any specific workplace and/or relevant legislative requirements in relation to WHS and provision of first aid Application of these skills and knowledge should be contextualised as required to address specific industry, enterprise or workplace requirements and to address specific risks and hazards and associated injuries |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Establish a workplace first aid facility |
1.1 Plan a first aid facility in the workplace to address workplace and legislative requirements 1.2 Identify potential workplace hazards and assess associated risks as a basis for determining first aid resource requirements 1.3 Identify and prepare first aid equipment and resources required to address identified workplace requirements 1.4 Identify personnel requirements in line with legislative and workplace requirements 1.5 Establish and maintain links with relevant first aid bodies and professional organisations to maintain currency in the field and for referral purposes 1.6 Access and provide information in the workplace to encourage risk minimisation and facilitate access to first aid facilities as appropriate |
2. Manage a workplace first aid facility |
2.1 Monitor and maintain availability of adequate resources to support workplace first aid response 2.2 Conduct regular inspections of stock and equipment to ensure currency and operational readiness in line with workplace requirements 2.3 Ensure equipment is recovered and reprocessed and that waste is disposed of safely according to legislative and workplace procedures 2.4 Ensure equipment and resources are stored and maintained in line with relevant legislation and manufacturer's/supplier's instructions 2.5 Contribute to the review of risks in the workplace and validation of organisation policies and procedures relating to the provision of first aid 2.6 Contribute to planning for response to major workplace incidents 2.7 Deploy appropriate equipment, resources and personnel to ensure timely and effective first aid response in line with workplace requirements 2.8 Use safe manual handling techniques |
3. Manage workplace first aid records |
3.1 Ensure documentation is completed as required according to legislation and workplace procedures 3.2 Maintain first aid records in line with legislative requirements and workplace security practices 3.3 Send relevant documents to appropriate bodies in line with workplace and legislative requirements 3.4 Maintain confidentiality of records and information in line with privacy principles and statutory and/or organisation policies |
4. Evaluate the provision of first aid in the workplace |
4.1 Evaluate management of workplace incidents and develop an action plan in consultation with relevant parties to improve first aid response in the workplace if required 4.2 Participate in debriefing/evaluation in order to improve future operations and address individual needs 4.3 Ensure first aid response is provided in a culturally aware, sensitive and respectful manner 4.4 Implement and evaluate workplace management procedures in accordance with risk assessment 4.5 Formulate and review contingency planning to identify and select alternative management principles and procedures as required |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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:
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Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability 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:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects of assessment: |
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Interdependence of units: |
Competence in this unit may be assessed individually or with other related competency units, such as:
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Access and equity considerations: |
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Related units: |
This unit should be assessed either after or in conjunction with achievement of the following related competency unit:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Workplace first aid facility may involve: |
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Workplace first aid management must take into account: |
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Workplace and legislative requirements for a first aid facility include: |
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First aid resources may include but are not limited to: |
Non-consumables :
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First aid resources may include but are not limited to: |
Consumables :
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Workplace hazards and risks may include: |
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First aid bodies and professional organisations may include: |
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First aid management skills must include: |
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First aid management must account for: |
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Documentation may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable