Short answer: Yes. But not actually a big concern. If someone needs CPR, you really can’t make things worse for them, it’s better to do something than to do nothing. That person will have no chance of survival if you
It can take a village
Today I saw the reports on 2 emergencies that highlight the importance of knowing CPR and First Aid and being willing to help. Sometimes emergency services can be delayed or sometimes they can use the help of people on scene.
Safety First 2023
About a week ago a lot of people realized the importance of CPR and using an AED. I haven’t posted about the Bengals/Bills football game and Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest. I’ve seen a lot online. Quite a few instructors are
What is your Why?
When the Guidelines 2015 materials were released the American Heart Association added an optional activity at the beginning of the course. I don’t have a 2015 book handy to quote it exactly, but it was something like “What is your
Foot CPR
A friend sent me a link to night to a website/blog I really enjoy – Fire Dept Chronicles that posted a video about this study – https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.03.09.21253220v1 on Foot CPR. Their Youtube video blog is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYvi-YU8xoM So some of
It’s the season for certifying Guides, Mariners, and Charter Boat Captains
I am so fortunate to live and work on the NH Seacoast. I am close to the ocean, mountains, lakes, ponds, and all the hiking and outdoor adventures that I can image… and probably some that I can’t. It’s still
Health & Safety Update 9/1/2020
It’s been a busy, but fun summer resuming classes! I’ve re-arranged the classroom multiple times, moved things out, added things, and am continually looking at how to continue Safely Teaching Safety. This is my new tag line. Safely Teaching Safety.
Health & Safety Update 5/4/2020
Today I am resuming my regular class schedule. However, there will be several restrictions and guidelines in place to keep everyone safe and healthy. What I have done to keep the classroom safe for all to participate: Max class size
Health and Safety Update 3/27/2020
As of 3/27/2020 all layperson classes will be cancelled through 5/4/2020. This is to follow the NH Governor’s Emergency Order #17 to Stay At Home. All BLS Healthcare Provider classes will be held as scheduled to continue to support their
Health & Safety Update 3.16.2020
Since the spread of the Coronavirus- COVID-19 is growing and more businesses and organizations are postponing, canceling, or closing I’ll be posting updates on classes and general safety when there is additional information. As of 3/16/2020 all classes will be