Remote First Aid RFA
Course Outline
This first aid course aims to provide the first aider with greater confidence as the casualty may be isolated from professional help for some hours. The course provides a solid practical and theoretical base from which to apply appropriate first aid procedures, including emergency life support and accident management when medical aid is not readily available and needs to be maintained for an extended period.
The course is designed for people who work and travel regularly in remote areas such as bushwalkers, 4WD enthusiasts, outdoor/adventure instructors & guides or people who live in remote locations.
This qualification remains current for three years, during which time a recertification course must be completed.
This training is suitable for any person 14 years and above; students under 18 years of age must provide written permission from their parent of guardian.
Course Subjects
- Accident prevention
- Steps in incident management
- Mechanisms of injury
- Casualty Assessment - The primary and secondary survey, hygiene and prolonged care
- Casualty management and monitoring
- Documentation
- Communication systems and summoning assistance
- Action plans and evacuation issues - retrieval and evacuation
- Lifting and moving of the casualty
- Improvise treatment and resources
- The factors of survival
- Summoning assistance
Course Prerequisites
HLTFA301B Apply first aid or recognised equivalent, achieved within the last 3 years.
Course Assessment
Practical observations and written answers.
Please Note
Due to the practical components of the course, participants are advised to wear comfortable casual attire. Appropriate outdoor/ remote area clothing it to be worn for the outdoor activities.
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