EMCARE September Article Summaries

• 3 October 2022

1. First Aid Training for Pilots and Flight Attendants:
   
   This article will offer you a broad overview of the importance of first aid training for aviation staff and support staff. During a flight, it is important for these staff members to have a good understanding of first aid in order to assist any passenger who has suffered an injury. Read this article if you want to learn more about first aid regulations for flying, and the importance of first aid as a preventative measure in emergency situations. We’ll outline why it is important to make sure that aviation staff is well trained to offer first aid in a situation where medical services are far away, the various reasons why first aid is important, and finally, we’ll introduce the more common injuries that first aid training helps to treat. Read more
   
   
2. EMCARE’s Fire Fighting Course Teaches You How To Classify Fires and More:
   
   This article will take you through the value of health and safety training, particularly EMCARE’s fire fighting course. By taking a moment to unpack the different classifications of fire, this article explores how important it is to know what kind of fire you’re dealing with before you apply specific mitigation protocols and extinguishers. Whether you’d like to study Basic Fire Fighting or Intermediate Fire Fighting, knowing these classifications is the first step to providing effective response to dangerous outbreaks which is why it’s so important for students and aspirational firefighters to invest in quality training from accredited institutions such as EMCARE. For more context on the importance of fire classification, read this article! Read more
   
   
3. Understanding Why First Aid Courses For Lifeguards Are So Important:
   
   This article dives into the importance of first aid training for aspiring lifeguards. Lifeguards have a responsibility to care for those who encounter danger with efficiency, so it is vital that they possess sound knowledge of first aid. By analysing the roles that a lifeguard is responsible for, as well as the qualities necessary to become a lifeguard, we uncover the value of first aid training for those who hope to save lives on the beach and in the water. If you’d like to know why lifeguards require first aid training, then read this article. Read more
   
   
4. Preparing for Your Safety Officer Course with EMCARE:
   
   This article will help you prepare for the beginning of your educational experience with EMCARE. By considering the common issues that safety officers face, the common questions they must answer, and the difference between safety officers and safety representatives, students of the safety officer course can begin to equip themselves with the information necessary to succeed as occupational health and safety professionals. If you’re considering the safety officer course, then read this article for more detail about the roles, requirements and syllabus for EMCARE’s students. Read more
   
   
5. How to choose the best health and safety course in 3 simple steps:
   
   This article will help you choose the best health and safety course to enrol in. Taking a health and safety course goes a long way towards making you stand out to employers, or allowing you to shine in your current place of employment. If you’re set on enrolling in health and safety training and wondering how to go about choosing the best course for your individual needs, read this article and we’ll get you up to speed on how to choose the most suitable course. Read more
   
   
6. First Aid Training: What To Do When Someone Is Having A Seizure:
   
   This article covers everything you need to know about caring for someone who is experiencing a seizure. An epileptic seizure is quite a common occurance and consequently, you might find yourself having to help someone through a seizure yourself. First aid training for seizures aims to not only protect the individual from harming themselves during these episodes but also to improve the lack of knowledge we have regarding seizures in general. For a comprehensive introduction to first aid training for individuals that struggle with seizures as well as how you can help, read this article. Read more
   
   
7. Frequently Asked Questions About A First Aid Course:
   
   First aid requirements in and amongst the workplace can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t need to be. In this article, we address some of the most common queries we receive on a regular basis. As a leading training provider, we’re aware that the responsibility falls on us to clear some of the misconceptions that revolve around first aid, especially when it comes to the workplace. Read further to learn the answer to some of the most pressing questions that surround first aid and first aid training. Read more