understand the role of the first-aider, including reference to: –

the importance of preventing cross infection;

the need for recording incidents and actions;

use of available equipment;

assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency;

• administer first aid to a casualty who is unconscious (including seizure);
• administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use an automated external defibrillator;
• administer first aid to a casualty who is choking;
• administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding;
• administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock;
• provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries (including small cuts, grazes and bruises, minor burns and scalds, small splinters).