1. Singapore Red Cross Society Red Cross Youth
First Aid
Singapore Red Cross Society
Red Cross Youth

2. Topics – Sec One Principles of First Aid Action at Emergency
The Human Body
The First Aid Kit
Respiratory System
The Circulatory System
The Nervous System
Wounds and Bleeding

3. Topics – Sec 2 Revision of Sec 1 Fracture Burns and Scalds
Injuries to muscles, ligaments and joint
Injuries to Facial, Chest, Abdominal and other body parts
Heat exhaustion and Heat Strokes
Fever and Cold related Injuries
Poisoning

4. Principles of First Aid
Definition of First Aid
Objectives of First Aid
Role of First Aider

5. Definition
First aid is the immediate help given to an injured person or a person who is suddenly ill before the arrival of
medical aid
qualified person

6. Objectives of First Aid
Preserve life
Prevent condition from becoming worse
Promote recovery
Prepare for medical aid

7. Roles of First Aider Sustain life Observe casualty Get help
Organise yourself
What is the difference between medical aid and first aid ?