First aid should be used any time there is an illness, injury, or emergency situation that requires treatment and emergency personnel have not arrived.
In some cases, the situation and resulting first aid may be minor – some antibiotic ointment and a bandage for a small cut, for example. In other cases, it may be an emergency that could save a life, such as performing CPR.
You should only administer it in more serious cases if you are trained to do so.
WHY IMPORTANT TO LEARN IT?
A quick response
Since some accidents won’t require any professional treatment provided injuries don’t get aggravated.
It can save lives
When it comes to more serious injuries, first aid provides an essential role in keeping a casualty from getting worse.
A greater sense of safety
Becoming trained in first aid methods will help you to feel more secure and confident when dealing with emergency situation.
Helps to meet legal safety requirements in schools
Schools must plan for the first aid needs of students and staff at school or on approved school activities.
Contact us today to book into one of our courses or to purchase supplies that are suitable for your setting, eg home, workplace or event and ensure that you are prepared for an emergency situation.
