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Provide Initial Response to Combat Casualty

Provide Initial Response to Combat Casualty

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFGEN013
State Code
AVR16
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to provide the first response to a combat casualty.This unit was developed for military personnel within an operational zone but may be relevant to others working in this field.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently and as part of a team, would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks, in a range of unpredictable and sometimes hostile contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess casualty scene
  • 1.1 Identify, assess and manage immediate and ongoing hazards to health and safety of self and others.
  • 1.2 Assess casualty's condition to determine appropriate response and need for assistance.
  • 1.3 Communicate support requirements.
2. Initiate response to casualty's condition
  • 2.1 Communicate with the casualty to provide reassurance.
  • 2.2 Provide initial response to address casualty's condition in accordance with organisational procedures utilising available resources/equipment.
  • 2.3 Document casualty's condition and treatment.
  • 2.4 Prepare the casualty for evacuation.
  • 2.5 Monitor casualty's condition and undertake ongoing response.
3. Conclude the response
  • 3.1 Conduct hand over to higher qualified medical responders and assist as required.
  • 3.2 Participate in debriefing/evaluation to improve future responses.
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