Competency Test

Question 1

What is the correct position for a casualty with a serious head injury?

Answer 1

Lie them down, keep their head, neck and spine in line, and call 999/112.

Question 2

What should you do if a chemical gets into someone’s eye?

Answer 2

Wash the eye with sterile solution or tap water for at least 10 minutes. Do not rub or cover the eye.

Question 3

How do you treat someone having a heart attack?

Answer 3

Call 999/112, assist them into a half-sitting position, loosen tight clothing, and monitor them.

Question 4

How many rescue breaths do you give at the poolside after towing an unconscious casualty?

Answer 4

5 initial rescue breaths, then exit with help and begin full CPR (30:2) if no signs of life.

Question 5

What’s your main priority for a severe bleed on the leg?

Answer 5

Apply direct pressure with a sterile dressing. Elevate the limb if possible and not painful.

Question 6

In a stroke assessment, what does FAST stand for?

Answer 6

Face, Arms, Speech, Time to call 999.

Question 7

Should you clean up blood while treating a casualty?

Answer 7

No. Focus on the casualty. Blood clean up happens after the emergency is under control.

Question 8

Why do you monitor a casualty’s Airway, Breathing, and Circulation regularly?

Answer 8

To detect deterioration quickly and be ready to act (e.g., CPR if they stop breathing).