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Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAID009
HLTAID009
State Code
OCD26
OCD26
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/12/2020
Original Release Date
16/10/2020
Nominal Hours
4
Field of Education
069907 - First Aid
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.This unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.Specific licensing/regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authorities.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Respond to an emergency situation.
- 1.1. Recognise and assess an emergency situation.
- 1.2. Ensure safety for self, bystanders and casualty.
- 1.3. Assess the casualty and recognise the need for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
- 1.4. Seek assistance from emergency services.
2. Perform CPR procedures.
- 2.1. Perform CPR in accordance with the ARC guidelines.
- 2.2. Display respectful behaviour towards casualty.
- 2.3. Operate an automated external defibrillator (AED) according to manufacturers' instructions.
3. Communicate details of the incident.
- 3.1. Accurately convey incident details to emergency services.
- 3.2. Report details of incident in line with appropriate workplace or site procedures.
- 3.3. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of information in line with statutory or organisational policies.
4. Review the incident.
- 4.1. Recognise the possible psychological impacts on self and other rescuers and seek help when required.
- 4.2. Contribute to a review of the first aid response as required.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WG730 | HLTAID001 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | Unit of competency |