CSCS First Aid 5

Question 1

What is the purpose of the 'C' in DR ABC?

Accepted Answer

To check for circulation and control catastrophic bleeding

Answer

To check the casualty's consciousness

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To commence CPR

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To call for a colleague

Question 2

A construction worker has a chemical burn from wet cement. What is the correct first aid treatment?

Accepted Answer

Brush off dry cement, then irrigate with large amounts of clean water for at least 20 minutes

Answer

Apply a dry dressing immediately

Answer

Apply neutralising cream

Answer

Wrap the area in cling film without washing

Question 3

Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, how often must a First Aid at Work (FAW) certificate be renewed?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 years

Answer

Every year

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Every 2 years

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Every 5 years

Question 4

Which of the following signs indicates that a casualty may be experiencing anaphylactic shock on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

Swelling of the face and throat, difficulty breathing, and a rapid drop in blood pressure

Answer

Localised bruising around the sting site only

Answer

A mild headache

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Redness confined to the area of contact

Question 5

What should a first aider do if they suspect a worker has heat stroke on site?

Accepted Answer

Move them to a cool area, remove outer clothing, and cool them with water while calling 999

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Give them hot drinks to replace fluids

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Tell them to continue working in the shade

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Apply a tourniquet to reduce blood flow

Question 6

What is the minimum contents requirement for a construction site first aid kit as recommended by the HSE?

Accepted Answer

A leaflet, disposable gloves, sterile dressings, triangular bandages, safety pins, and eye pads

Answer

Just plasters and bandages

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Only antiseptic wipes and painkillers

Answer

Whatever the site manager decides