Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder
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QCTO Accredited Skills Programme (SAQA Reg. No SP-230802)
The purpose of the skills programme is to build the capacity of a person to act as an Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder. These responders provide intermediate first aid treatment and life support in the event of an emergency at a workplace and community.
They stabilise the affected person’s condition and prevent further harm until advanced medical treatment can be provided. They may also be responsible for the initial management of the incident scene, coordinating with other responders and emergency services, and providing support to the affected persons and their families
.Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responders are authorised to provide first aid treatment and life support in the event of an emergency at a workplace. They are also responsible for ensuring that the first aid kit and equipment are well-stocked. It’s important to note that Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responders are not authorised to perform invasive procedures or administer prescription medications. If the person’s condition requires advanced medical treatment, the First Aid Responder should call for professional medical assistance or facilitate the transport of the person to the nearest medical facility.
This skills programme is developed to enable a qualified learner to:
- Conduct incident scene safety and patient assessment and management within scope
- Provide intermediate life support (CPR and AED use) and secondary assessments of the affected persons for life-threatening conditions.
- Apply wound care within scope.
- Execute intermediate emergency first aid care for a variety of medical emergencies.
- Manage typical environmental emergencies such as hypothermia and hyperthermia.
- Hand the treated person over to the next level of medical care with associated documentation.
- Communicate with affected persons and relevant stakeholders.
- Conduct post-incident clean-up.
COURSE DURATION: 3 Days
NQF LEVEL: 3
CREDITS: 5
Quality Assured Partner: Quality Council for Trades & Occupations (OCTO)
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Benefit to the sector, society, and the economy:
Intermediate emergency first aid skills training equips workers with the skills and knowledge to provide initial care until advanced medical care arrives. This can reduce the risk of further injuries in the workplace and improve the response to emergencies. It helps employers to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and ensure a safe and healthy work environment for employees.
The programme provides members of society with the necessary skills and knowledge to respond to medical emergencies in their homes, communities, and public spaces. This can save lives and prevent further harm to individuals in need of emergency medical care.
It can reduce the burden on the healthcare system by equipping more individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to respond to medical emergencies. This can lead to improved health outcomes, create jobs and increased productivity, which can benefit the economy as a whole.
PRINCIPLES OF PROVIDING INTERMEDIATE EMERGENCY FIRST AID..
(KT0101) The Purpose Of Intermediate Emergency First Aid
(KT0102) The Importance of the ABC’s- AIRWAY, BREATHING, CIRCULATION
- Abbreviations, unit of measurement and mnemonics
- Principles of providing intermediate emergency first aid
(KT0103) Role Of A First Aider
- Role and Scope of Work for a Intermediate First Aider
- Good Qualities Of A First Aider
(KT0104) Fundamental Legal and Ethical Principles As A First Aider
- Occupational Health And Safety Act 85 Of 1993.
- Constitution Of The Republic Of South Africa 1996 Chapter 2 – Bill Of Rights 21
- POPI ACT (Protection Of Personal Information Act 2013)
- Consent
- First Aid Ethical Principles
(KT0105) Health and Safety As A First Aider
- Principles Of Safety.
- Personal Protective Equipment And Clothing.
(KT0201) Fundamental Principles Of Safety At An Incident Scene
- Approach To An Emergency Situation
(KT0202) Initial and Ongoing Assessment
- First Aider And Priorities
(KT0203) Communication
(KT0204) Appropriate Action Taken
(KT0205) Re-assessment
(KT0206) Handover
(KT0207) Record Keeping
(KT0208) Post Scene Cleanup
- Overviews of the essential components of the human anatomy and physiology
(KT0301) Anatomical Position and Directional Term
- Anatomical Directional Terms
- Anatomical Position.
- Medial vs Lateral
- Superior vs Inferior
- Anterior vs Posterior
- Proximal vs Distal
(KT0302) Respiratory System
(KT0303) Cardiovascular System
- The Heart
- Blood.
- Blood Vessels
- Common Cardiovascular Emergencies:
(KT0304) Nervous System
(KT0305) Musculoskeletal System
(KT0306) Integumentary System
(KT0307) Gastrointestinal System
(KT0308) Genitourinary System
- Recongnise and treat emergencies, injuries and illmesses
(KT0401) Primary Examination
- Primary Examination/Survey. (ABC’s)
(KT0402) Secondary Examination/Survey
- How To Establish A Level Of Consciousness
- Head-To-Toe Examination.
(KT0403) Principles and Processes For Controlling Bleeding
- Principles And Processes Of Controlling Bleeding.
- Recognize External And Internal Bleeding
- First Aid For Wounds
- Abrasions
- Control Bleeding From The Nose, Ear and Scalp.
- Bleeding From the Ear
- Bleeding From the Scalp.
- Catastrophic External Bleeding (Amputation)
(KT0404) Apply First Aid Procedures To The Life-Threatening Situation
- Choking.
- First Aid for a Choking Adult
- First Aid For A Choking Children And Infants
- Artificial Respiration (AR)
- CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation)
(KT0405) Unconsciousness
- Recognize Unconsciousness
- Recovery Position.
(KT0406) Shock Symptoms
(KT0407) Manage Head and Spinal Injuries
- Head Injuries
- Concussion.
- Compression.
- Skull Fracture.
- Spinal Injuries 124
(KT0408) Manage Chest Injuries
- Penetrating Chest Wounds
- Pneumothorax.
- Flail Chest
(KT0409) Manage Abdominal Wounds
(KT0410) Pelvic Injuries
- Abdominal Wounds
- Pelvic Fracture.
- Pelvis Fracture Anatomy.
(KT0411) Injuries to Bone, Muscle and Ligaments
- Recognise Fractures
- Splints
- Immobilisation Of Fractures Using Appropriate Splints And Bandages
(KT0412) Burns
- Classification of Burns
- Recognise Burns
- First Aid for Burns
(KT0413) Heart Attack
(KT0414) Stroke
- Heart Attacks
- Stroke.
(KT0416) Diabetic Emergency
- Diabetic.
- Low Blood Sugar/Hypoglycemia.
(KT0417) Managing Seizures
- Epilepsy.
- Febrile Convulsions
(KT0418) Hypo and Hypothermia
- Heat Exhaustion.
- Heat Stroke.
- Frostbite.
- Hypothermia Indoors
(KT0419) Water Emergency
(KT0420) Poisoning
(KT0421) Venomous Bites, Insect and Animal Stings
- Classification Of Poisons
- Symptoms of Poisoning.
- Insect Stings And Bites
- Blood Sucking Ticks
- Snakes
(KT0415) Managing Anaphylaxis
(KT0422) Limiting Communicable Disease
Provide intermediate emergency first aid for a variety of medical, trauma and environmental emergencies
PRACTICAL SKILL ACTIVITY ELEMENTS
- Assess and manage an emergency scene for safety. Range: Hazards, primary and secondary surveys, respond appropriately
- Assess and manage bleeding, wounds, and burns
- Assess and manage patients with breathing difficulties: Range: Treatment of choking
- Assess and manage a patient who is not breathing: Range: Perform CPR if indicated, for adult, child, and infant, including use of AED
- Assess and manage unconsciousness, and place patients in the recovery position
- Assess and manage traumatic injuries: Range: Fractures, head and spinal, chest injuries, abdominal injuries, or shock
- Identify and manage medical emergencies: Range: Cardiac emergency, stroke, anaphylaxis, diabetic emergency, seizure, asthma attack
Assessment and awards:
Students are required to complete the following
- Theoretical assignments
The purpose of this knowledge module is to equip learners with a general understanding of the key concepts and principles that underpin the tasks performed by a Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder.
- Practical assignments
The purpose of the practical skill module is to provide learners with practical skills coaching and hands-on exposure in the key skills required to assess and manage defined basic medical, trauma, and environmental emergencies
- Workplace assignments
Entry level requirements into this programme?
- Certified copy of you ID document
- Skills Certificate: Basic Emergency First Aid, NQF Level 2.
An effective Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder must exhibit several attributes to provide quality care to patients in emergency situations, these are:
- Strong communication.
- Practical problem-solving.
- Compassionate and empathic.
- Focussed and detail orientated.
- Energetic and mental agility.
- Ethical and professional.
