For severe bleeding, apply pressure to the area with a sterile dressing or clean piece of fabric. Do not attempt to remove anything embedded in the wound, but apply pressure to either side of the item. Apply a bandage on top of the dressing and call Triple Zero (000) for help. 

For fishhook injuries, do not attempt to remove the hook. Removing any embedded object from the skin may damage nerves or cause further injury. 

For minor cuts and scrapes, clean the wound with running water or a sterile wipe. Pat dry with a gauze swab and cover the wound with a sterile dressing or piece of clean, non-fluffy fabric. 

If the wound is bleeding, raise the affected area above heart level and clean around the wound with water or a sterile wipe. Pat dry and apply a sterile dressing. 

When a first aid situation is serious or life-threatening — for example, in the case of severe bleeding — call Triple Zero (000) for an ambulance. Follow the St John DRSABCD Action Plan until help arrives.