Missing the sandy beach and the sun over your head? In Australia, drowning is a major safety concern, causing 270 people to lose their lives in 2020-21 alone (source). Such incidents can be avoided with proper water safety and rescue techniques. Keep in mind what Benjamin Franklin said. “An ounce of prevention is worth a […]
Outdoor adventures are always special as they keep people engaged in a fun activity. Although outdoor adventures are exciting, they require proper preparation and safety measures to handle any type of accidents or crises. Let’s explore the advanced first aid skills that can help you manage life-threatening medical emergencies when you are involved in outdoor […]
The hospitality sector is among the booming industries in pursuit of ensuring guest satisfaction while confronting various challenges as far as the lines of duty are concerned, like medical emergencies. According to the Safe Work Australia statistics, 58.6 injuries and health conditions are counted for every thousand workers in a year. This number serves as […]
Every year, almost 500,000 Australians are admitted to hospitals due to preventable medical emergencies. Such emergencies claim thousands of lives where timely medical intervention could have made all the difference. Whether one is a healthcare professional or a regular citizen who wants to build a safe community, keeping EFR skills up-to-date is more crucial than […]
In metropolitan regions, emergency services take 5-10 minutes to arrive. Those few minutes might not seem like much, but they might be the difference between life and death in an emergency. In such situations, having a professional with first-aid training nearby is invaluable. In an emergency, there is no fundamental legal duty to assist an […]
First aid is the immediate care given to someone who is either injured or suddenly taken ill before professional medical is provided. It involves simple, often life-saving techniques that can be performed with minimal equipment. How a situation is responded to in times of emergency makes all the difference. From minor injuries to major life-threatening […]