Unit 4 (Lo4) Flashcards
EFAW definition
Enables a first aider to give emergency first aid to someone who is injured or becomes ill at work.
FAW definition
Includes EFAW and also equips the first aider to apply first aid to a range of specific injuries and illnesses.
The minimum first aid provision on any work site is…
- A Suitably stocked first aid kit
- An appointed person to take charge of first aid arrangements
- Information for employees about first aid arrangements
Information for employees about first aid…
- Arrangements for first aid, usually by putting up notices and telling staff who and where first aiders are found
- Where the first aid box is
- Any special arrangements needed for employees with reading or language difficulties.
Emergency first aid at work (EFAW) roles
- The importance of preventing cross-infection
- The need to record incidents and actions
- How to use available equipment to administer first aid
- Understand how to assess a situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency.
First aid at work (FAW) roles
- How to administer first aid to an unconscious person
- How to administer CPR
- How to administer first aid to someone who is choking
- How to deal with wounds / bleeding
- How to deal with someone suffering from shock
- How to provide appropriate first aid for minors injuries.
What is first aid?
First aid is the immediate treatment given to an injured person.
Primary survey (DRABC)
Danger - Check the area for potential danger to yourself. Another casualty will worsen the problem. Also remove any potentially hazardous objects from around the casualty.
Response - Check if there is any response from the injured person. If not, call for help immediately. Do not leave the injured person.
Airway - be aware of potential neck injuries, Gently tip the head backwards and check if there are any foreign objects in the person’s mouth, blocking the airway.
Breathing - Check to see if the person is breathing. If not, send someone for an ambulance or dial 999.
Circulation - Check for signs of circulation. If not cardiopulmonary resuscitation should commence (CPR).
Up to what age is someone considered a child?
18 years old
What might make someone a vulnerable adult?
- Special needs
- Physical disabilities
What does safeguarding mean and who is responsible for it?
Protecting from maltreatment; preventing impairment of health and development; ensuring that students grow up with the provision of safe and effective care; and work in a way that gives the best life chances and transition to adulthood.
- Teachers
- Coaches
- DBS
- DSL
- Childline
- NSPCC
- Police
- Paramedics
Abuse definition
A form of maltreatment of a child where harm is inflicted or there is failure to act to prevent harm.
Physical abuse
A form of abuse which may involve hitting, shaking, throwing, poisoning, burning or scalding, drowning, suffocating or otherwise causing physical harm to a child.
Emotional abuse
This may involve conveying to a child that they are worthless or unloved, inadequate, or valued only insofar as they meet the needs of another person. It may feature age or developmentally inappropriate expectations being imposed on children.
Sexual abuse
This involves forcing or enticing a child or young person to take part in sexual activities, not necessarily involving a high level of violence, whether or not the child is aware of what is happening.
