Do you know how long it takes for first responders to arrive at the scene of a medical event or accident? While they arrive as fast as possible, sometimes the situation is serious enough that the victim needs attention right away. This is where YOU come in.
The times we are living have turned our daily lives upsidedown. Everything has changed in an instant and we’re all relearning how to live in these unprecedented times. In these times, CPR is no different, while helping others is the goal we need to keep ourselves safe as well. Learn more about what precautions to take should you need to perform CPR during COVID19 times.
Staying ready, able and in good practice to teach or perform first aid or CPR is no doubt one of the most important parts of obtaining those skills. Performing or teaching first aid and CPR improperly can not only hurt others in the process but can be extremely harmful to your community.
We all know the umbrella theory… if you have one it probably won’t rain, but if it does, you’re prepared. You could think of first aid kits in the same way. In this article, you’ll learn more about the things you should think about adding to your first aid kit. How to think when you’re putting together a first aid kit and why.
Since First Response Training launched in 2018 we’ve seen our courses taken by people all over the world. Recently a dive center and a group of divers teamed up to make their diving community an even safer place to be. Learn more about how they worked together to train truck drives to save lives and more importantly how that training paid off.
Did you know at the end of our Airborne Pathogens course there are digital resources available for FREE download? You can share them on social media or print them and display them. Learn how to download them in this post.
Learn more about being a lay rescuer from a Paramedic. This interview with Rebel Coombes will give you insight on how the law can protect laypersons in an emergency situation, real life accounts of laypeople helping before emergency medical professionals arrive and much more.
Having a baby in the home can put everyone on high alert. While babies are pretty resilient, they still require special attention and care in almost every way. When you think about it that way, it’s easy to see why it would be a good idea to have a first aid kit specifically for babies. Learn more about what they need and what to keep on hand.
Did you know you can get hypothermia no matter what time of year it is? It’s true… There are three different stages and many symptoms to be aware of. We’re breaking it all down from all three stages and the symptoms that accompany each to what to do to help someone who might have hypothermia.
Do the news and media have you worried about Coronavirus AKA COVID-19? With companies, schools, and events shutting down and canceling, it can be easy to worry. We get it, that’s why we are taking the time to help spread information to keep you healthy and safe against COVID-19.
