This unit describes the skills required to provide the first response to a combat casualty.

This unit was developed for military personnel within an operational zone but may be relevant to others working in this field.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently and as part of a team, would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks, in a range of unpredictable and sometimes hostile contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.