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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Render basic first aid

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
9965	Render basic first aid
ORIGINATOR
SGB Building Construction
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
HW SETA - Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority
FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction			Building Construction
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 2	NQF Level 02	3
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2006-08-01	2009-08-01	SAQA 0160/05
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-08-01		2013-08-01

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 is replaced by:

US ID	Unit Standard Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Credits	Replacement Status
120496	Provide risk-based primary emergency care/first aid in the workplace	Level 2	NQF Level 02	5

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

The purpose of this Unit Standard is to enable learners to render basic first aid, to ensure that they contribute to a safe, healthy environment for themselves and others, and that physical harm to individuals is minimized.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

GETC NQF Level 1 literacy and numeracy competencies.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

1. Emergencies include accidents, illness, fire, flood, and chemical contamination.
2. Visible vital signs include responsiveness, breathing, and circulation.
3. The universal principles include putting on gloves and protecting the hands.
4. First aid includes the treatment of burns, cuts, fractures, etc.
5. Minor medical emergencies include fainting, bleeding nose, cuts and bruises, sprains, and hyperventilation.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Intervene in a first aid scenario.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Potential hazards around an injured person are identified and eliminated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Visible vital signs of the injured person are examined.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. The telephone number of emergency services in the area are known or accessed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Assistance is requested.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. The injured is reassured and calmed and information about the injury cause is requested.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is demonstrated.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Treat bleeding wounds.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Universal principles for dealing with infectious diseases are applied.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. A wound is checked for foreign objects.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Serious bleeding is controlled using the most appropriate method, and the correct procedure.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Treat an injured person for shock.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Signs that indicate shock are accurately identified.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Correct treatment procedures are demonstrated.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Immobilise a fracture.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. A limb is immobilised using available materials.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The injured person is not moved.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Intervene in minor medical emergencies.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. A first aid box is accessed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The signs and symptoms associated with the condition are identified.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Basic first aid is administered.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Assessment of learner achievements takes place at providers accredited by CETA (RSA, 1998b) for the provision of programs that result in the outcomes specified. CETA is responsible for moderation of learner achievements of learners who meet the requirements of this qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Qualifying learners understand and can explain:

1. The importance of identifying emergency situations quickly and correctly.
2. The importance of documenting emergency procedures accurately and timeously.
3. The injuries that take priority over other injuries.
4. Potential hazards.
5. CPR.
6. Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
7. Universal principles for dealing with infectious diseases.
8. Visible vital signs.
9. Signs of shock.
10. First aid.

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems

1. Intervene in a first aid scenario
2. Treat bleeding wounds
3. Treat an injured person for shock
4. Immobilise a fracture
5. Intervene in minor medical emergencies

Potential hazards around an injured person are identified and eliminated

The telephone number of emergency services in the area are known or accessed

CPR is demonstrated

Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is demonstrated

Universal principles for dealing with infectious diseases are applied

Serious bleeding is controlled using the most appropriate method, and the correct procedure

Correct treatment procedures are demonstrated

A limb is immobilised using available materials

Basic first aid is administered.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others

1. Intervene in a first aid scenario.

The telephone number of emergency services in the area are known or accessed.

Assistance is requested.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively

1. Intervene in a first aid scenario.

Assistance is requested.

The injured is reassured and calmed and information about the injury cause is requested.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Understand Contextual world-systems

1. Intervene in a first aid scenario.

Potential hazards around an injured person are identified and eliminated.

The telephone number of emergency services in the area are known or accessed.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate scientific and technological competence

1. Intervene in a first aid scenario.
2. Treat bleeding wounds.
3. Treat an injured person for shock.
4. Intervene in minor medical emergencies.

Visible vital signs of the injured person are examined.

CPR is demonstrated.

Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is demonstrated.

Universal principles for dealing with infectious diseases are applied.

Signs that indicate shock are accurately identified.

Basic first aid is administered.

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 120496, which is "Provide risk-based primary emergency care/first aid in the workplace", Level 2, 5 credits.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	65969	General Education and Training Certificate: Human Settlements Development	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	22977	National Certificate: Construction: Roadworks	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2005-12-04	CETA
Core	24273	National Certificate: Community House Building	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	48961	National Certificate: Construction: Crane Operations	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	48940	National Certificate: Construction: Plant Operations	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	CETA
Core	24133	National Certificate: Construction: Roadworks	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	49022	National Certificate: Floor Covering Installation	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	65769	National Certificate: Glazing	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	65929	National Certificate: Waterproofing	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	22670	National Certificate: Construction Carpentry	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-03-12	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Core	22671	National Certificate: Construction Masonry	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-03-12	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Core	21853	National Certificate: Construction Plumbing	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2007-09-12	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Core	20815	National Certificate: Construction Tiling	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-03-12	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Core	49012	National Certificate: Construction: Concrete Reinforcing	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-05-13	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Core	49016	National Certificate: Construction: Concreting	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	24173	National Certificate: Construction: Roadworks	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	49015	National Certificate: Construction: Structural Steel Erecting	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-05-13	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Core	24295	National Certificate: Timber Roof Erecting	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Core	48905	National Certificate: Wastewater Reticulation Services	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2008-02-19	Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	48642	General Education and Training Certificate Housing: Housing Consumer Education	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-05-13	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	49411	General Education and Training Certificate: Construction	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	48495	General Education and Training Certificate: Water Services	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	EWSETA
Elective	23473	National Certificate: Community Water, Health and Sanitation Promotion	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2008-06-11	Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	61689	National Certificate: Community Water, Health and Sanitation Promotion	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	EWSETA
Elective	49410	National Certificate: Construction	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	48806	National Certificate: Craft Production	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CATHSSETA
Elective	59016	National Certificate: Fish and Seafood Processing	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	FOODBEV
Elective	61929	National Certificate: Pulp and Paper Operations	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	FPMSETA
Elective	48907	National Certificate: Wastewater Reticulation Services	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2007-06-09	Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	23475	National Certificate: Water Reticulation Services	Level 2	NQF Level 02	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	EWSETA
Elective	58247	National Certificate: Ceiling and Partitioning Installation	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	20919	National Certificate: Construction Painting	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-03-12	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	20814	National Certificate: Construction Plastering	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-03-12	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	22490	National Certificate: General Security Practices	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2007-11-28	Was SAS SETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	23975	National Certificate: Construction Material Testing: Bituminous Materials	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2004-02-11	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	23974	National Certificate: Construction Material Testing: Soils and Aggregates	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2004-02-11	Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement
Elective	23476	National Certificate: Supervision of Water Reticulation Operations	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2008-02-09	Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement

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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31.	Ikemeleng Training and Development Services
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55.	Northlink TVET College
56.	Novi General Services
57.	NTANDOKAZI HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD
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68.	RAMAZWI SECURITY SERVICES CC
69.	Raubex Construction Pty (Ltd)
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71.	Sakhisizwe Development Training
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76.	Sonani Training and Communications
77.	SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK
78.	SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK CAPE TOWN
79.	South African Value Education (Pty) Ltd
80.	St Anthonys Education Centre
81.	Staff Management Services
82.	TECHNICAL INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD
83.	Thabomeleng
84.	TINTSWALO SECURITY SERVICES
85.	Tjeka Training Matters Pty Ltd
86.	Tovani Traiding 299
87.	Training Force (Pty) Ltd
88.	Transvaal Training
89.	Tshwane North College for FET - Central Office
90.	TSK Projects(PTY)LTD
91.	TZANEEN TRAINING CENTRE LIMPOPO
92.	UBUNTU
93.	Umfolozi FET College
94.	VEB CELE & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD
95.	VSL GENERAL TRADING CC
96.	Vuselela TVET College
97.	West Coast TVET College
98.	Zama Training & Development cc
99.	ZEVOLI 9 PTY LTD