Accidents can happen anywhere. So the knowledge of first aid is necessary. There are two types of accidents, major and minor, and both can happen anywhere to anyone at any time. Accidents do not give prior notification or notice before occurring. One should be prepared to face accidents. One way to prepare oneself for accidents […]
Accidents can happen in your workplace or home when you least expect them. Things can go worse if help doesn’t arrive at the right time. In such dire situations, the knowledge of first aid can help immensely. A basic understanding of the first aid refresher course equips you with the ability to save lives as […]
Spotting Misinformation Online Tips for spotting misinformation online Last Friday marked International Fact-Checking Day — falling perhaps aptly on April 2, following the onslaught of misinformation that comes with April Fools’ Day. In recognition of the day, Alexios Mantzarlis from the Google News Lab (and formerly of the International Fact-Checking Network, IFCN) offered up some handy tips […]
What is the ResQCPR System? The ResQCPR System is a CPR adjunct that consists of two synergistic devices—the ResQPOD® ITD 16 (impedance threshold device) and the ResQPUMP® ACD-CPR device. Together, they increase the likelihood of survival. A major clinical study of more than 1600 patients showed a 49% increase in one-year survival from cardiac arrest. […]
The ResQPOD® impedance threshold device (ITD) is a simple, non-invasive device that delivers intrathoracic pressure regulation (IPR) therapy during basic or advanced life support CPR to improve perfusion
West Coast First Aid Training Course has continued to provide training and re-qualification services throughout this uncertain period and we continue to do so. We have had to make some changes to the way we deliver our face-to-face first aid training to accommodate the required public health guidelines on social distancing. The changes we have […]
Advanced first aid is designed to train personnel on how to respond to first aid emergencies with practical training for advanced patient care using oxygen equipment and an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator). There are many first aid courses developed that meet different needs. Providing effective, life-saving first aid interventions require skills and practical training with […]
Emergency first aid refresher course aims to update any skills related to first aid. The course is essential to enhance the individuals’ skills to handle a variety of emergencies and accidents. They provide life-saving training that is vital for any community. The course is crucial for first aid professionals to stay updated with changing techniques, […]
Our human bodies are subject to occasional injuries, harm , trauma and accidents. This is why first aid is such an essential skill for life. These skills are not only valuable to you but also to those around you. Sometimes an emergency incident might require quick response and the fist aid skills you learnt in […]
First aid skills are highly useful and rewarding. There is nothing as rewarding as knowing you could save a life during an emergency. The demand for Learning First Aid (First Aid HLTAID003) skills is also high in the private and public sectors due to health and safety requirements. People who have not taken a first […]