Saving a life with CPR is ‘really, really easy’ and more of us should try. http://www.abc.net.au/news/health/learn-cpr-saving-life-easy-is-really-easy-emergency-experts-says/7247748 If someone’s collapsed, is not responsive and not breathing, would you know what to do? If a person’s like that, it means their heart’s stopped (which doctors call a cardiac arrest). It’s not good news. But if someone around knows what to do, they […]
http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/scuba-diver-feared-drowned-near-manly-20160121-gmb8dq.html Solo scuba diver dies after incident at Shelly Beach in Manly Date January 22, 2016 Read later Lucy Cormack Scuba diver missing near Manly One diver was in critical condition and another feared drowned at Shelly Beach near Manly late Thursday afternoon. Vision: Seven News. A scuba diver has died after being pulled from the water on Sydney’s northern […]
Nth Beaches – Manly Daily Ironman Guy Leech wants TV friend’s death to make a difference, asking for firms to buy lifesaving device April 5, 2016 12:00am Sarah Swain – Manly Daily http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/northern-beaches/ironman-guy-leech-wants-tv-friends-death-to-make-a-difference-asking-for-firms-to-buy-lifesaving-device/news-story/083d445b2256a1c3d0d833f9cae9ac1a A CELEBRITY fitness trainer has launched a campaign to get lifesaving medical devices into businesses and homes after losing a beloved friend to a heart attack. World […]
Simple Instruction is the leader for providing informative, cheap, relevant and fast CPR and First Aid courses in Sydney. Located on the beautiful Northern Beaches and centrally located at the DYRSL (Dee Why RSL) we cater to all suburbs including Avalon, Mona Vale, Narrabeen, Elanora Heights, Freshwater, Allambie, Belrose, Balgowlah, Brookvale, Manly, North Curl Curl and will even come to your […]
Have you ever thought I should learn CPR? As a local community member of the Northern Beaches I think you should learn CPR also. Simple Instruction has CPR and First Aid courses being conducted at the Dee Why RSL (DYRSL) on the beautiful Northern Beaches throughout January and February in 2016. Book in today and get trained to help someone […]
(HLTAID004) What skills and knowledge will I get from this course? Performance Evidence The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be demonstrated evidence that the candidate has completed the following tasks at least […]
First aid and the myths that cost livesRead more: http://www.smh.com.au/national/health/first-aid-and-the-myths-that-cost-lives-20110831-1jlty.html#ixzz1dvoNnxTp Bystanders often feel helpless when they see somebody collapse or get injured, but knowing just a little about the basics could transform the chances of survival, writes Lissa Christopher The young marathon runner was still lying face down and showed no signs of life when Penelope Little arrived. “As soon […]
Gyms under spotlight after man’s death Updated August 18, 2011 12:56:00 Video: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-08-17/melbourne-gym-death-findings-released/2844062 Coroner calls for first aid training in gyms (7pm TV News VIC) A Victorian coroner is calling for greater regulation of the fitness industry after the death of a 29-year-old man at a Melbourne gym. David Thomas went without CPR immediately after suffering a heart attack in 2007 […]
How do I use the Anapen®? There are 4 main steps. REMOVE Anapen and DO NOT touch needle. Massage injection site for 10 seconds. The needle does not retract completely and may cause a needle stick injury. The used Anapen may be placed in a suitable plastic container. What should I do after giving the Anapen®? You should always call […]
Any attempt at CPR is better than none at all ! ‘If people are unwilling or unable to do ventilations, they should at least do chest compressions.’ 17/03/2011- Revised national resuscitation guidelines highlight the need to get help as soon as possible, perform compressions before ventilations and give quality cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. Issued by the Australian Resuscitation Council, the revised guidelines […]
