Understand the Role and Responsibilities of Thefirst Aider

Lesson Plan

Course / (FAW) First aid at work / Audience / Open/In-house
Delivery Hours / 18 / Days / 3 / References guides / Current edition of First Aid Manuals
Resusc Council
AIM OF PROGRAMME / Enable students to gain first aid knowledge and skills in line with TQUK and Level 3/6 RQFcourse requirements. The 3 day first aid at work course focuses on first aid in the workplace. All 3 days must be completed to attain the FAW qualification. If only day 1 is completed the student will receive the EFAW certificate and must complete the remaining 2 days within 4 weeks to achieve the FAW qualification.The order of teaching is at the discretion of the trainer but modules must be taught and assessed on the days indicated.
Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the role and responsibilities of thefirst aider
• Be able to assess an emergency situation safely
• Be able to provide first aid for casualty who is unresponsive and breathing normally
• Be able to provide first aid for a casualty who is suffering a seizure
• Be able to provide first aid for a casualty who is unresponsive and not breathing normally
• Be able to place AED pads correctly
• Understand how to provide first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock
• Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding
• Be able to manage a casualty with a minor injury
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds
• Be able to recognise a casualty who is choking

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• Be able to conduct a secondary survey
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with injuries to bones, muscles and joints
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected head and spinal injuries
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected chest injuries
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with burns and scalds
• Explain the factors that affect the severity of burns and scalds
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with an eye injury
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with sudden poisoning
• Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with anaphylaxis
• Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected major illness

Day / Trainer Notes / Resources / Assessment
1 / Introduction
Aims and outcomes of the programme
Emergency procedures for the venue
Other housekeeping information for venue
Trainer and Student introductions / Introductory session
PowerPoint
Flipchart / Observation of participation
Question and answer
1 / Role and responsibilities of the first aider
What is first aid?
State and provide examples of the link between health and safety and first aid including legislation, regulations and best practice
State how the number of people, nature, location, activity and workplace may affect first aid needs
State the reporting procedures to follow with regard to accidents and first aid incidents
Discuss what first aid equipment should be provided, how to determine what to have and how to replenish/maintain
Demonstrate how to approach a casualty in a manner that promotes confidence and reduces anxiety
Promote equality of care regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability or sexual orientation
Identify first aid requirements with due regard to casualty dignity
Reassure casualty and explain any intended actions
Establish if casualty is taking/has own medication
State action to be taken to minimise risk of infection to first aiders and casualty
Place or assist casualty into position appropriate for injury/illness
Monitor and record signs of life where appropriate / First aid kit
PowerPoint
Discussion / Observation of activities
Question and answer
Assessment 1
Q1,2,3,4,
1 / Assess an emergency situation
Ask learners to discuss in groups the potential hazards they face in their workplace
Explain the importance of personal safety and getting help
State the importance of calling for help early and that you have to confirm it has been done
Ask what questions the operator may ask and how it is important you have the answers
Discuss priority needs of a situation (DRABC)
Discuss what appropriate action should be taken to reduce, remove and/or isolate any dangers to self and casualty without further risk
Establish the course of events and casualty history accurately and sequentially where possible
Demonstrate how to prioritise the first aid requirements for individuals, appropriate to their condition and circumstances / PowerPoint
Discussion / Assessment 2
Q 2
Question and answer
1 / Unresponsive casualty breathing normally
Perform primary survey DRABC (danger, response, airway, breathing, circulation/cpr)
Discuss AVPU
Identify life threatening conditions as a priority in accordance with current UK/ERC guidelines
Maintain an open and clear airway with due regard to a casualty’s condition and recognise indications their airway could be becoming compromised
Discuss “top to toe” survey
Explain why the recovery position should be used and the benefits of leaving a casualty on their back if they can maintain their own airway
Identify life threatening conditions as a priority in accordance with current UK/ERC guidelines
Place acasualty in the recovery position
State what priority information needs to be established / PowerPoint
Discussion
Role play / Observation of skills
Assessment 3
Q 1,3,4
1 / Seizure
State key recognition features of an absence (minor) seizure and a convulsive (major) seizure
Discuss how to ensure a safe environment for the casualty
State when the casualty should be advised to seek medical help / PowerPoint
Video
Discussion
1 / Unresponsive not breathing normally
Recognise when a casualty requires resuscitating; normal breathing verses agonal breathing or no breathing
Demonstrate correct hand placement for chest compressions
Perform compressions in accordance with UK/ERC guidelines
Inflate a casualty’s lungs using rescue breaths in accordance with current child and infant UK/ERC guidelines
State different methods of performing rescue breaths
State the rate of rescue breaths and chest compressions
Demonstrate the ratio between rescue breaths and chest compressions in accordance with child and infant UK/ERC guidelines
Explain how bystanders can be used effectively
Recognise the need for an AED when dealing with an unresponsive casualty, who is not breathing normally
Discuss AED pad placement / PowerPoint
Discussion
Manikins
Video
Training AED
1 / Shock
Define the term ‘shock’ in relation to first aid
State the key recognition features of shock
State possible causes of shock
Describe ways to counter the effects of shock and
Demonstrate correct positioning of casualty (with consideration to their injuries)
Fainting
State what can cause a faint
State therecognition features of a faint
Explain the rationale for the positioning of a casualty / PowerPoint
Discussion
Role play
Blanket / Assessment 6
Q 1,2
Question and Answer
Practical
1 / External bleeding
State key recognition features of severe bleeding, arteries, veins, capillaries
Demonstrate control of bleeding using direct pressure and elevation
Demonstrate control of bleeding by the use of appropriate dressings and bandages
Explain the action to take if dressing(s) and/or bandage(s) are ineffective
Demonstrate control of bleeding with associated complications; embedded objects, amputations, penetrating chest wounds. / PowerPoint
Discussion
Dressings / Assessment 5
Q 2
Question and Answer
1 / Minor injuries
State key recognition features of bruising, minor wounds and nosebleeds
Demonstrate correct procedures for control of a nose bleed
State when a casualty should be advised to seek further treatment
State what other conditions may be associated with a nosebleed
Describe correct treatment for bruising
State correct procedure for minor cuts and grazes
Demonstrate correct procedure for application of a dressing/plasters
State correct procedure for removing embedded splinters / PowerPoint
Discussion
Role play / Assessment 7
Q 1
Observation of practice
1 / Burns and scalds
State causes of burns and scalds
State key recognition features of a burn and a scald
Describe the correct treatment for burns and scalds
Describe the treatment for severe burns covering chemical burns, chemicals in the eyes and burns to the face and mouth. / PowerPoint
Video
Discussion / Assessment 7
Q 2
1 / Choking
State key recognition features of children and infants who are choking – mild and severe obstructions
Demonstrate correct treatment for a child and an infant who are choking in accordance with UK/ERC guidelines
Explain the rationale for abdominal thrusts and chest thrusts / PowerPoint
Manikin
Choking vest
Discussion / Assessment 4
Q 1
2 / Recap of Day 1 / Manikins
Role Play
Discussion / Practical
Question and Answer
2 / Secondary Survey
Recap primary survey and highlight secondary survey should only be conducted after all life threatening conditions ruled out
Identify the information to be collected when gathering a casualty history
Explain SAMPLE, signs and symptoms, allergies, medication, previous medical history, last meal, event history
Demonstrate how to approach a casualty in a manner that promotes confidence and reduces anxiety
Promote equality of care regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability or sexual orientation
Identify first aid requirements with due regard to casualty dignity
Reassure casualty and explain any intended
Place or assist casualty into position appropriate for injury/illness Monitor and record signs of life where appropriate
Demonstrate head to toe survey / PowerPoint
Discussion
Demonstration
Role Play / Assessment 1
Q 1
2 / Bone, muscle and joint injuries
State common recognition features of sprains and strains
State common recognition features of bone, muscle and joint injuries
State areas most commonly affected by dislocations
Define the terms ‘open’, ‘closed’ and greenstick fracture
Demonstrate correct treatment for a fracture, sprain, strain and dislocation / PowerPoint
Slings
Demonstration
Role play
Discussion / Assessment 2
Q 1,2
2 / Head neck and back injury
State potential causes of head neck or spinal injury
State common recognition features of head neck or spinal injury
State what other injuries can be associated with head trauma
Demonstrate how to assess levels of consciousness
Establish cause of head injury and any relevant history where possible
Demonstrate head and neck immobilisation on responsive casualty
Demonstrate maintenance of open and clear airway on an unresponsive casualty using the jaw thrust
Discuss benefits of leaving casualty where they lie and monitor closely if airway not threatened
Discuss when to place unresponsive casualty into recovery position appropriate to suspected neck and/or spinal injuries in order to maintain open airway / PowerPoint
Demonstration
Video
Discussion
Roleplay / Assessment 3
Q 1,2,3,4
2 / Chest and abdominal injuries
State potential causes of penetrating and flailing chest wounds
Describe potentialeffects of these injuries
Discuss recognition and treatment of chest injuries
Crush injuries
Describe potential issues regarding crush timings
State common recognition features and treatment of a crush injury
Abdominal injuries
Explain causes of abdominal injuries
Describe signs and symptoms
Explain correct treatment including patient positioning
Describe internal bleeding, causes and potential complications / PowerPoint
Discussion
Question and Answer
Roleplay / Assessment 4
Q 1,2
3 / Recap day 1 and 2 / Discussion
Roleplay
Question and Answer
3 / Burns and scalds
State causes of burns and scalds
State key recognition features of a burn and a scald
Describe the correct treatment for burns and scalds
Describe the correct procedure following an electric shock
Describe the treatment for severe burns covering chemical burns, chemicals in the eyes, arc eyeand burns to the face and mouth / PowerPoint
Discussion / Assessment 5
Q 1,2,3,4
3 / Eye Injuries
State key recognition features of an eye injury such as a blow, chemicals and embedded objects
Discuss how to examine an eye for an injury
Demonstrate correct positioning of casualty to flush an eye
Describe how to remove a foreign object from theeye by flushing
Describe how to dress an eye injury / PowerPoint
Demonstration
Roleplay
Discussion / Assessment 6
Q 1
3 / Poisons
State key recognition features associated with poisoning
State routes of entry to the body
Discuss examples of potential poisons
Recognise examples of potential poisons found in own environment
State what priority information needs to be established
Describe treatment for swallowed poison / PowerPoint
Discussion / Assessment 7
Q 2,1,2
3 / Anaphylaxis
Revisit shock, hypovolaemic, anaphylactic, cardiogenic, neurogenic
Allergic reaction
State the recognition features of allergic reaction
Explain what an allergic reaction is
Give examples of triggers
Recognise and treat severe allergic reaction
Establish a history of any previous allergic reactions
Discuss law regarding medicine
Demonstrate auto injectors / PowerPoint
Discussion
Autoinjectors / Assessment 8
Q 1,2,3
3 / Major Illness
Angina/Heart Attack
State recognition features of chest pain
Discuss the differences between angina, heart attack and cardiac arrest
State the causes of an angina attack
State the causes of a heart attack
Discuss medication that can be offered
Explain how a casualty can deteriorate
Stroke
State key recognition features of a stroke
State possible causes of a stroke
Discuss how to deal with the responsive/unresponsive casualty
Hypoxia
Explain term, signs and symptoms
Discuss how hypoxia can be used when monitoring a casualty
Asthma
State key features of an asthma attack
Explain what asthma is and how it affects the body
Give examples of causes and triggers of asthma
Describe the different types of inhaler (colour, spacer etc.) and their uses
State the action to take if a casualty has an asthma attack includingfirst attack, severe attack, their medication has no effect, they become exhausted
Hyperventilation
Define hyperventilation
Discuss symptoms differing from asthma attack
Discuss treatment including environment change
Seizure
State key recognition features of an absence seizure and a convulsive seizure
Discuss how to ensure a safe environment for the casualty
State the key recognition features of febrile convulsions and their treatment
State when the casualty should be advised to seek medical help
Hyper/Hypoglycaemia
Discuss key recognition features of a casualty with high/low blood sugar
Discuss contributory factors which could lead to the onset of high/low blood sugar
List any relevant details which may impact on the condition
Explain what can be given to a responsive casualty to raise their blood sugar level
State the importance of remaining with the casualty until they are fully recovered
State actions if casualty becomes unresponsive / PowerPoint
Discussion
Roleplay
Question and answer
Inhalers
Angina sample / Assessment 9
Q 1, 1,2,3 1,2
3 / Heat and cold extremes
State the recognition features of hypothermia
Describe how hypothermia can develop over time
State how to ‘re-warm’ a casualty
State the recognition features of heat exhaustion and heatstroke
Describe how heat exhaustion and heatstroke develop
Explain how to manage a casualty with hypothermia, heat exhaustion or heatstroke
Recognise when to call for medical assistance / PowerPoint
Discussion