Section 1: The First Aider in Action

Role & Responsibilities

• Assess - What has occurred
• Protect - Self and others
• Identify - Nature of illness and injury
• Treat - By severity and safety
• Transport - Remove to care
• Accompany - Remain with your casualty
• Report - To doctor/paramedic
• Isolate - Prevent cross infection
• Secure - Valuables/clothing
• Inform - Next of kin