| Trainers Workshop Please book now to get the discounted Trainers Workshop pricing. You can book from the ‘PD’ section of our training website (click here), please remember to book for both days if you are attending both days. Day 1 (Saturday 13/8/2022) – Trainers Workshop This day is mandatory for all trainers. Pricing: Before 1 August 2022 $50, from 1 August 2022 $60 Day 2 (Sunday 14/8/2022) – Blended Pool Lifeguard Update for Trainers Be prepared to enter the water. To attend day two (2), you will need to attend day one (1) which is mandatory. Pricing: Before 1 August 2022 $30, after 1 August 2022 $50 We have maintained workshop price at an extremely affordable price ($30 is a very cheap price for a Pool Lifeguard Update), to make it easy and cost effective for trainers to attend, particuarley if you have to travel.  New First Aid Manual We are now releases an updated versions of the RLSS First Aid Manual. You can obtain a list of the changes for the new manual at this link. First Aid – Change to Practical Assessment Activity To continually improve our materials, we have updated the Practical Assessment Activity 3 in the Provide First Aid unit of competence (HLTAID011) from head injuries to minor bleeding. Previously: Provide care for a casualty who has experienced an injury to the head. The signs and symptoms are: – Periods of unconsciousness – Blurred vision – Bleeding into the whites of the patient’s eyes The candidate is to: – Seek consent from the casualty – Conduct a primary survey – Seek medical aid at appropriate time – Place casualty in the lateral position – Monitor and record vital signs Changed to: Provide care for a casualty experiencing minor bleeding: The signs and symptoms are: – Casualty is experiencing minor bleeding from an abrasion that has dirt and particles in the wound The candidate is to: – Put on gloves – Identify the wound and suitable equipment for cleaning and dressing the wound – Use recognised techniques of wound cleaning with appropriate supplies – Cover with a dressing – Advise casualty to seek medical advice CPR Update We have updated our CPR questions in all workbooks that include CPR as outlined below: Question 12 has been amended Previously: What telephone number is used in Australia to contact Emergency Services? ___ ___ ___ Changed to: Which of the following is correct when seeking assistance from emergency services? a) Call ‘000’ to confirm the service required, providing location and nature of the emergency b)Call ‘911’ and you do not need to provide any other informationCall ‘999’ and give as much detail as possible on how much vomit or blood has been lost c)Call ‘13 11 26’ and you only need to give the location not the nature of the emergency Question 17 has been amended Previously: Mark True or False for the following statements: f)You do not need to be aware of your workplace policies in regards to First Aid True or False Changed to: Mark True or False for the following statements: f)You should follow any workplace policies and procedures in relation to First AidTrue or False Question 18-20 are new questions which align with the Units of Competency requirements 18) A person responsible for the safety and maintenance of an AED should? Select all that apply a) Follow all manufacturer instructions for maintenance b) Open the pads to inspect the adhesive gel c) Inspect ready indicator lights, preparation kit, pad and battery expiry on a daily basis d) Stock wax strips in addition to the surgical razor 19) When handing over to emergency services which of the following information is beneficial?a) How the incident occurred if known b) How long CPR was performed approximately and if the AED delivered a shock(s) c) If the person is taking any medication d) All of the above 20) When following the Primary Survey (DRSABCD) which of the following is correct? Three (3) answers are required for this question a) An unconscious casualty that is breathing NORMALLY should be placed on their side b) A person who is NOT breathing normally e.g., gasping, has laboured breathing requires CPR c) Anytime CPR is being performed an AED should be attached if available d) You should attach the AED to any person who is feeling unwell even if conscious If you have any feedback on these updates please email us admin@rlssq.com.au. Please remember, if you need an updated Trainers and Assessors Guide, please request one when ordering materials. Statement on delivery of First Aid training The AISC wishes to advise Trainers and Assessor that there is updated advice about the delivery of first aid training returning to pre-COVID conditions. The statement on the updated advice is available on the AISC website which we request you to read. USI – Supporting International Students International students can now create a USI, they must land in Australia and go through customs before they can create a USI using their passport and visa as a form of ID. Once an international student has created their USI, they can then provide it to their education or training provider. ASQA Announcement ASQA have advised, that from 1 July 2022 the superseded version first aid units (HLTAID001-008) should no longer be delivered in any context. Some employers (mostly Child Care related) were seeking these units be issued instead of the newer units, and we are now unable to do this. Safe Handling Gas Cylinders Just a reminder to Trainers that travel with gas cylinders for their courses, to review the safe handling information (see below) and ensure that themselves and participants handle gas cylinders safely. Please ensure you have any and all appropriate documentation available and on hand if required: Handle Medical Gases Safely Medical Oxygen and Inhalo Trainers Professional Development Please find below a suggestion for Professional Development that trainers can undertake: anaphylaxis e-training for first aid (ascia.org.au) Drowning at Sydney Olympic Park Pool Please see the below article which demonstrates the importance of teaching teens and school students water safety:Three teenagers rescue five-year-old boy drowning in Sydney pool Goods Return Form If you are needing to return packs please use our Goods Return Form and send it with complete packs. This form is available on the ‘Forms & Documents‘ page on our website. Participant bookings Please ensure any participant that is attending a course is registered (electronically) at www.lifesavingtraining.com.au. There has been an increased number of participants not being electronically registered in to courses. Electronic registration allows for very quick issuance of certificates. If we need to rely on the paper workbooks, this causes delays and sometime non-issuance of certificates if we cannot make contact with the participant due to poor handwriting of students. Pool Lifeguard – First Aid Pre-requisites We ask Trainers to check that all participants hold the required pre-requisites prior to attending a course. We are receiving a large number of workbooks returned by trainers to find that participants are completing a Pool Lifeguard course without having a First Aid certificate. We do contact student to obtain a copy of the pre-requisite, however many students claim they have not been advised to provide this. It is good practice for Trainers to receive a copy of any pre-requisites and attach them to the participants workbook before sending them to us. |
| Course | Required Pre-Requisite |
| Pool Lifeguard | First Aid (HLTAID011) |
| Pool Lifeguard Update/ Re-Accreditation | First Aid (HLTAID011), and Expiring Pool Lifeguard |
| Course Pack Prices The last significant change in course pack prices was a few years ago, however in that time there has been a cost rise. We are cognisant of maintaining cost effective packs for trainers, but also need to cover the cost of servicing trainers and producing materials. In this regard we are reviewing pack prices however are of the view that if there is a pack price increase, the retail price of the course wil generally increase so that the margin to trainers will be unchanged. Course Information Sheet and Booking Email Template We have updated our course booking email template and attach the following information sheets for students: Face to Face Course Information Sheet Blended Course Information Sheet Please would you take a few minutes to read these documents so you are aware of information your students will receive. Please feel free to let us know any feedback in respect to any of the abovementioned topics. |
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