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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Perform basic life support and first aid procedures |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
119567 | Perform basic life support and first aid procedures | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Ancillary Health Care | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services | Curative Health | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2026-06-30 | 2029-06-30 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This unit standard replaces: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
9823 | Perform basic life support and/or first aid procedures in emergencies | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 | |
116509 | Apply primary emergency life support | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 | |
116511 | Carry out basic first aid treatment in the workplace | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 1 |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard is for persons required to assess the emergency situation and providing basic Life Support and basic First Aid in order to stabilise patients prior to transfer to the emergency services.
People credited with this unit standard are able to: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Demonstrate an understanding of emergency scene management. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Maintenance of personal safety is explained in terms of preventing injuries to self and infectious diseases. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Methods of safeguarding the emergency scene are explained in accordance with relevant practices and legislation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Methods of safeguarding the injured person are explained in accordance with relevant practices and legislation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The medico-legal implications of rendering First Aid are explained in terms of relevant legislation. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Demonstrate an understanding of elementary anatomy and physiology. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The different systems of the human body are described in terms of their structure and function. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The manner in which the systems relate to each other is explained in accordance with basic medical science. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The way in which each system operates is explained in accordance with basic medical science. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Assess an emergency situation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The emergency situation is assessed in terms of priority treatments. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The cause of the emergency is identified in terms of main contributing factors. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The type of injury is identified in terms of broad classifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Fractures, burns, lacerations, difficulty with breathing, severe haemorrage, head injuries, spinal injuries, level of consciousness, strains and sprains. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The situation is assessed in terms of the type of assistance required. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Apply First Aid procedures to the life-threatening situation. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Cardio-Pulmonary (CP) arrest; cessation of breathing; severe haemorrhage. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
First Aid treatment applied is appropriate to the situation and the prevention of complications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Equipment that is not readily available is improvised in terms of the First Aid procedure required. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Universal precautions are taken which are appropriate in terms of preventing infection. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
First Aid is applied in accordance with current practice. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Artificial Respiration (AR) is performed in accordance with accepted procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Referral to medical assistance is done in accordance with the specific needs of the casualty. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Treat common injuries. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Different types of injuries and conditions are identified and described in terms of their severity, cause and possible treatment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Universal precautions taken are appropriate in terms of preventing infection. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Equipment that is not readily available is improvised in terms of the First Aid procedure required. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Referral to medical assistance is in accordance with the specific needs of the casualty. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Follow-up care is provided in accordance with the specific needs of the casualty. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard:
1. Names & functions of: 2. Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties: 3. Sensory cues: 4. Purpose of: 5. Events, causes and effects, implications: 6. Categories: 7. Procedures and techniques: consciousness etc 8. Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards: 9. Theory, rules, principles, laws: 10. Relationships, systems: |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems related to the prevention of complications with regard to injuries and mechanisms of injuries sustained, treatment to be provided, improvisation where equipment is unavailable and referral systems. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as part of a team, including other health workers including casualty and other referral services, emergency services including Fire and Ambulance and disaster services. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage oneself and ones activities responsibly and effectively in a life support context. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect analyse organise and evaluate information about clients, family and community with regard to signs and symptoms and make a correct diagnosis. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively with other health workers including casualty and other referral services, emergency services including Fire and Ambulance and disaster services. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively with regard to information and communication systems and the correct use of available equipment. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems with regard to community and community structures in managing emergency situations. |
UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
Supplementary information: Specified requirements: Legal: Site specific: By utilising their acquired skills the critical stages of treatment, e.g. 4-6 minutes for AR and CPR, immediate response for haemorrhage and the golden 6 hours for emergency treatment will be fully maximised, thus preventing further complications of emergencies and injuries. Credit justification: Total hours required by the learner to achieve the required outcomes: Activity: Hours Classroom learning: 20 On-the-job learning: 20 Self directed learning: 5 Coaching required: 5 Other: 5 Total: 50 Credits achived: 5 |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 49606 | General Education and Training Certificate: Ancillary Health Care | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | HW SETA |
Core | 50584 | General Education and Training Certificate: Clothing Manufacturing Processes | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | FPMSETA |
Core | 50225 | General Education and Training Certificate: General Forestry | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | FPMSETA |
Core | 59300 | General Education and Training Certificate: Transport | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | TETA |
Core | 64749 | National Certificate: Community Health Work | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | HW SETA |
Core | 58739 | National Certificate: Mining Operations for Underground Hard Rock | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
Elective | 71751 | General Education and Training Certificate: Adult Basic Education and Training | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 73249 | General Education and Training Certificate: Adult Basic Education and Training: Academic Curriculum | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Reregistered | 2028-06-30 | UMALUSI |
Elective | 71950 | National Certificate: Automotive Components: Manufacturing and Assembly | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 78944 | National Certificate: Autotronics | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 80786 | National Certificate: Home-Care Practices | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | SERVICES |
Elective | 64949 | National Certificate: Laboratory Practice | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 58248 | National Certificate: Laboratory Practice | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered" |
2008-08-05 | MQA |
Elective | 79686 | National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 64189 | National Certificate: Metals Production | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 74269 | National Certificate: Occupational Health, Safety and Environment | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-07-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
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