Blogs
- All
- First Aid
Disability support workers do some of the most varied, physically demanding, and emotionally complex work in the care sector. No two shifts look the same. You might spend the morning supporting someone with complex physical needs, the afternoon assisting with community access, and the evening responding to a mental health episode — all in the same day. That variety is part of what makes the work meaningful. It’s...
It happens without warning. A student is sitting in class, at the oval, or in the library — and then they’re on the ground, shaking. For many school staff, it’s one of the scariest things they’ll ever witness. But with the right knowledge, you can stay calm, act correctly, and make a real difference to that student’s safety. This guide walks you through exactly what to do when...
It’s a Tuesday morning at a busy long day care centre in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. Twenty-two children are settled into morning snack time. A room leader notices that Liam, aged four, is scratching at his face and his eyes are swollen. Within sixty seconds, he’s struggling to breathe. This is anaphylaxis. And what happens in the next five minutes will determine everything. What Is Anaphylaxis — And Why...