Full Course - $55

 

Overview

 

This course teaches the skills and knowledge required to develop an asthma risk assessment and emergency management plan to handle asthma episodes in the workplace. It provides background knowledge of the triggers, symptoms and effects of asthma as well as emergency management. It applies to workers in a wide range of settings where emergencies involving asthma episodes may occur such as: Childcare; Aged and community care; Sport; Tourism; Hospitality

 

Key Learning Outcomes

 

• Develop a risk minimisation and emergency management plan for an asthma episode.

• Assess emergency asthma situations.

• Apply the appropriate first aid procedures for an asthma episode.

• Communicate details of emergency asthma incidents.

• Evaluate responses to asthma emergencies

 

Unit of Competency

 

On successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for:

 

• 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace

 

Unit

• VU22927 Manage asthma risks and emergencies in the workplace

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