Low Voltage Rescue and Provide First Aid

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel

Course Overview:

This combined course equips participants with the knowledge, skills and confidence to provide first aid, perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), respond to medical emergencies and safely rescue a casualty from a live low voltage electrical panel.

The course is designed for individuals who require comprehensive first aid and low voltage rescue training in workplace, community and electrical industry settings. Participants will learn how to assess and manage emergency situations, identify electrical hazards, use rescue equipment and provide appropriate first aid in accordance with current Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines and workplace health and safety requirements.

Delivered through a combination of online learning and face-to-face practical training, the course includes evidence-based instruction, hands-on activities and realistic emergency and rescue scenarios.

What You Will Learn:

The course includes:

• Emergency response using the DRSABCD St John Action Plan
• Scene assessment and casualty management
• Recovery position techniques for adults and infants
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in accordance with ARC guidelines
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use during a cardiac arrest
• First aid management for a range of medical and traumatic emergencies
• Identification and management of electrical hazards
• Preparation for and performance of rescue procedures from a live low voltage panel
• Safe access to and operation of low voltage panels
• Correct use of rescue equipment
• Incident documentation and communication
• Participation in practical emergency and rescue scenarios

Course Content:

The first aid component covers:

• Allergic reactions, anaphylaxis and asthma
• Bleeding, burns and minor wounds
• Cardiac conditions, including chest pain
• Choking, diabetes and drowning
• Envenomation, eye injuries and poisoning
• Fractures, dislocations, sprains and strains
• Head, neck and spinal injuries
• Hypothermia and hyperthermia
• Nosebleeds, seizures, shock and stroke
• Sharps injuries

The low voltage rescue component covers:

• Electrical hazards and scene safety
• Live low voltage panel rescue procedures
• Preparation and use of rescue equipment
• Safe access to and operation of low voltage panels
• Casualty assessment following an electrical incident
• Emergency response and CPR following an electrical rescue

Certification:

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for the following nationally recognised units of competency:

• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
• HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel

Course Duration and Delivery:

• 9 hours of face-to-face training completed in class
• Approximately 5.5 hours of online learning
• Total course duration of approximately 14.5 hours
• Delivered through face-to-face instruction and online learning
• Training is delivered in accordance with current Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines and workplace health and safety requirements

Course Requirements:

Participants should have:

• Basic skills in language, literacy and numeracy
• A valid USI to be issued a certificate upon successful completion
• A basic understanding of spoken and written English
• The ability to write in English and complete a form
• The ability to count and identify numbers up to 100
• The ability to navigate a computer or mobile device

Physical Requirements:

A basic level of physical fitness is required to complete this course and includes the following:

1. Regular floor-based activities that simulate first aid and emergency rescue scenarios
2. You will be paired with another student to role-play practical scenarios
3. Mandatory floor-based assessments, which must be completed in order to be assessed as competent

Reasonable adjustments are available during practice activities. Please make your Trainer aware of any physical limitations prior to the assessment activities or call us on 9334 1233 to discuss prior to your enrolment.

Pre-requisites:

There are no formal pre-requisites for this course.

Terms and Conditions:

For course booking terms, transfers, cancellations, student support and accessibility information, visit our training information page or contact the customer care team on 9334 1233.

Minimum Age:

• Ages 14–15 years can enrol in and attend the course but must have a parent, guardian or appropriate supervision
• Ages 16–17 years can enrol in and attend the course with written parent or guardian consent