Low Voltage Rescue (including CPR)

This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to perform a rescue from a live low voltage panel.

Who should attend?

Individuals who may be required to perform low voltage rescue procedures as part of their duties, such as an emergency response team member.

What you will learn

• Prepare to perform rescue procedures from a live low voltage panel
• Carry out rescue procedures from a live low voltage panel
• CPR procedures
• Relevant legislation and the risk management practices required

Credential issued

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the following units:

• UETDRRF004 Perform rescue from a live LV panel
• HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation                                                              

Course delivery

This course is delivered through classroom-based training and practical exercises.

Assessment includes written, oral and practical tests.

Duration

One day

Entry requirements

• There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
• You will require the physical ability to kneel on the floor to perform CPR.
• This course is based on a Certificate III level qualification. You should have appropriate literacy and numeracy skills to manage course work, activities and assessments.
• Mines Rescue recommends you be aware of the policies and procedures of your workplace before starting the course.

Other information

What we include when training is at a Mines Rescue Station:

• Lunch
• Tea and coffee facilities 
• Additional PPE specific to your training

What you need to bring:

• Fully enclosed footwear
• Unique Student Identifier (USI) number 
• Student Portal login details

Refresher:

The Australian Resuscitation Council recommends the CPR component of this course be updated annually.