There are many dangers of winter that pose a hazards to your health if proper precautions are not taken. Hypothermia, frostbite, and slips and falls due to icy conditions are some potential risks. It is important to dress warmly when going outdoors in cold weather. Wear layers of clothing that will trap body heat, including…
Legalities of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Would you be nervous to perform CPR in an emergency because you are nervous about legal actions if something goes wrong? The legal side of CPR is important. We have all been there; an emergency may happen, and so we want to do something to save someone’s life without worry. First…
Is CPR Needed? One might question why is CPR needed, and why are CPR and First Aid training are important. The critical answer here is life and increasing the survival rate of victims. In life, CPR is essential. This is why it’s important that we all learn CPR at a young age in case of…
American Heart Association The American Heart Association is a world leader that publishes the guidelines for layperson CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Established in 1924 by six cardiologists in Chicago, they have grown into an international organization dedicated to resuscitation science and leading research…
First Aid Training in the Workforce First Aid training in the workforce will only benefit your organization. Accidents, injuries, and other situations can happen anywhere, and these situations can cause serious physical harm if there is no one around to provide immediate first aid. First Aid: What is it? First aid should always be administered…
Necessity of First Aid: CPR Training Necessity of First Aid at the workplace, in public places, and at home is paramount. Accidents can take place at any time. Injury, trauma, and disease are all potential outcomes that might transpire regardless of time or place. In such a setting, knowing some of the fundamentals of first…
Choking is when an object lodges in the throat or windpipe, either obstructing or blocking the flow of air. Most choking incidents in adults occur because of food. They either take too large a bite, or they don’t chew their food correctly. This causes the food to get lodged somewhere on the way down. Choking…
