https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmqXqwSV3bo Video courtesy of St John Ambulance UK – thank you for generously sharing your lifesaving resources. The Recovery Position: A Simple Skill That Can Save a Life Learn how this one technique can help protect someone’s airway while waiting for emergency services. When someone is unconscious but still breathing, knowing what to do in…
Why First Aid Training Matters for Everyone First aid is more than just a skill – it’s a life-saving tool that every person should have. Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time, and knowing how to respond could make all the difference. Whether it’s a child choking, a friend fainting, or a stranger injured in…
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After completing your first aid course, you’ll receive certification that remains valid for three years. However, maintaining your first aid knowledge and skills requires more than just an initial course. To stay fully prepared for emergencies, consider taking a refresher course before your certificate expires. Many individuals and companies choose to do this annually or…
We are leaving Summer behind and entering Autumn, and while many enjoy the cooler weather, longer evenings and changing colours of nature; it is also the time of year when salads are being replaced by stews, and fans by heaters… and anticipated increased loadshedding. To first responders, this means an increase in domestic and commercial fires. Here…
Burns are injuries to the body’s tissues caused by factors such as heat, excessive sun exposure, chemicals, or electricity, while scalds result from hot liquids or steam. The severity of burns and scalds can vary widely, from minor injuries that are easily treated to severe emergencies that are life-threatening, depending on their depth and size.…