Wildlife Management  ·  Level 5
Wilderness Survival Techniques
Chapter 3: Respond to safety and health emergencies
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Practical 1: Perform Basic First Aid for Common Wilderness Injuries

Wildlife Management · Level 5
Wilderness Survival Techniques
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Administer appropriate first aid treatment to simulated wilderness injuries including a 5cm laceration, a second-degree burn of 4cm diameter, and a closed forearm fracture using provided materials.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Sterile ScissorsFirst Aid Kit
TweezersDisposable Gloves
SplintsSterile Saline Solution 500ml
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1First Aid Kit (including sterile gauze, adhesive bandages, antiseptic wipes, elastic bandages, splints, burn dressings, disposable gloves)1 Kit per Candidate
2Disposable Gloves2 Pairs per Candidate
3Splints (foldable aluminum splint)1 Pc per Candidate
4Sterile Saline Solution 500ml1 Bottle per Candidate
5Sterile Scissors1 Pc per Candidate
6Tweezers1 Pc per Candidate
7Notebook and Pen1 Set per Candidate
8Simulated Injury Mannequin or Arm/Leg Model1 Pc per 2 Candidates
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Candidate wears disposable gloves before starting first aid
(Award 2 marks for wearing gloves correctly before any treatment)
2
Candidate sanitizes hands or uses antiseptic before and after treatment
(Award 1 mark for proper hand hygiene)
1
Candidate prepares and organizes all required first aid materials
(Award 1 mark for readiness and organization)
1
Sub-Total4
TASK 2: Treatment of Laceration
Candidate cleans the wound using sterile saline solution
(Award 2 marks for thorough and proper cleaning)
2
Candidate removes any debris carefully using tweezers
(Award 2 marks for careful and complete debris removal)
2
Candidate applies sterile dressing and secures with adhesive bandage
(Award 2 marks for correct dressing and secure application)
2
Sub-Total6
TASK 3: Treatment of Second-Degree Burn
Candidate cools the burn area appropriately
(Award 2 marks for proper cooling method)
2
Candidate applies appropriate burn dressing without contamination
(Award 3 marks for correct burn dressing application)
3
Sub-Total5
TASK 4: Management of Closed Forearm Fracture
Candidate assesses injury site and avoids unnecessary movement
(Award 2 marks for careful assessment and handling)
2
Candidate correctly applies splint to immobilize forearm
(Award 3 marks for correct splint application and immobilization)
3
Candidate secures the splint properly without compromising circulation
(Award 2 marks for secure and safe splinting)
2
Sub-Total7
TASK 5: Communication and Documentation
Candidate explains first aid steps clearly and confidently
(Award 2 marks for clear and confident communication)
2
Candidate records details of injuries and treatment accurately
(Award 2 marks for complete and accurate documentation)
2
Sub-Total4
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Laceration wound is clean, dressed correctly and securely
(Award 3 marks for clean, sterile, and secure dressing)
3
Burn injury is properly cooled and covered with appropriate burn dressing
(Award 3 marks for correct burn care and dressing)
3
Forearm fracture is immobilized with splint applied correctly and securely
(Award 5 marks for correct and safe splinting)
5
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL37
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Emergency Evacuation of Injured Person Using Improvised Stretcher

Wildlife Management · Level 5
Wilderness Survival Techniques
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Pairs

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Construct and demonstrate safe evacuation of an injured person using an improvised stretcher measuring approximately 2.0 m long by 0.6 m wide as per the provided scenario.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Strong ropes (10 mm diameter)Canvas or strong fabric sheet (2 m x 1 m)
Sturdy wooden poles (2 meters long)Protective gloves
WhistleFirst aid kit
Watch or timer
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Strong ropes (10 mm diameter)2 lengths of 5 meters per Candidate
2Sturdy wooden poles (2 meters long)2 poles per Candidate
3Canvas or strong fabric sheet (2 m x 1 m)1 piece per Candidate
4First aid kit1 kit per Candidate
5Protective gloves1 pair per Candidate
6Field boots and khaki uniform1 set per Candidate
7Whistle1 per Candidate
8Watch or timer1 per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Candidate wears prescribed field gear including boots and khaki uniform
(Award 2 marks for correct attire and boots, 0 if missing)
2
Candidate uses protective gloves before handling injured person
(Award 2 marks for proper glove use, 0 if omitted)
2
Candidate demonstrates audibility and confidence when giving instructions
(Award 1 mark for clear audible voice and confident communication, 0 if unclear or hesitant)
1
Sub-Total5
TASK 2: Construction of Improvised Stretcher
Candidate selects and arranges two sturdy wooden poles parallel at appropriate width (~0.6 m)
(Award 3 marks for correct selection and spacing, 0 if incorrect)
3
Candidate securely ties canvas or fabric sheet to poles using strong ropes
(Award 4 marks for tight, even lashing securing fabric, 0 if loose or incomplete)
4
Candidate checks stretcher stability and strength before use
(Award 2 marks for proper stability check, 0 if skipped)
2
Sub-Total9
TASK 3: Safe Evacuation Procedure
Candidate performs safe lifting technique minimizing risk to injured person
(Award 3 marks for correct lifting posture and coordination, 0 if unsafe)
3
Candidate demonstrates effective communication with team during evacuation
(Award 2 marks for clear commands and teamwork, 0 if poor communication)
2
Candidate moves injured person steadily without causing further injury
(Award 4 marks for smooth, careful movement, 0 if jerky or careless)
4
Candidate uses whistle signaling at appropriate times during evacuation
(Award 1 mark for correct whistle use, 0 if missing)
1
Sub-Total10
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Improvised stretcher dimensions approximately 2000 mm length x 600 mm width
(Award 3 marks for correct dimensions within ±50 mm tolerance, 0 if outside tolerance)
3
Stretcher strong and stable enough to support simulated injured person without sagging
(Award 3 marks for no sagging or instability, 0 if weak or unsafe)
3
Injured person secured safely on stretcher with no risk of falling
(Award 4 marks for secure positioning and safe handling, 0 if unsafe)
4
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL34
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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🔒Use of Visual and Auditory Signaling Techniques to Call for Help in WildernessPractical 6
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