What a great article’Tackling Asthma’ in the Manly Daily on Tuesday the 22/02/2011 by Wendy Kay. As a school teacher and a First Aid trainer it was refreshing to see how we can manage Asthma whilst still participating in physical activity and keeping children healthy. I hear of so many parents withdrawing their children from sporting teams and carnivals to ‘protect them’ […]
If you want something to do this weekend get down to Avalon and check out the Volcom QVS starting from 7am. A safe, entertaining, fun way to spend a Saturday with family and friends. I have included a video of last years winner Jordan Lawler and the article from the Manly Daily to give you a glimpse of what to expect. Definitely […]
This is a very Simple video debunking the common misconceptions relating to nose bleeds. This is a brief video for my usual blog but I hope you all enjoy it. If you would like any other information regarding First Aid please come to one of Simple Instruction’s Apply First Aid or Perform CPR training courses that are held at The […]
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 […]
Good luck to the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles www.mwse.com.au this weekend. The Sea Eagles are away this weekend playing the Melbourne Storm and have some promising new talents coming into the team which will complement some of the seasoned veterans. Even though we cannot go to Brookie Oval this weekend it would be great for all supporters to come together at […]
Simple Instruction conducts 1 day Apply First Aid Course HLTFA311A on the Northern Beaches and to many Private companies / businesses across Sydney, wider NSW and the AC T. Courses have been used as part of team building workshops, course requirements, Duke of Edinburgh training and general safety within the workplace. The course is to the point, delivered in a friendly manner and is always […]
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 […]
Need to update your Apply (Senior) First Aid certificate or your Perform CPR resuscitation certificate? This weekend the 2nd of April is a great opportunity to get trained and maybe you can save a life or treat someone when an unexpected emergency occurs. There have been a number of changes to the course in the last few months with the […]
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 […]
Simple Instruction has found another great article from The Childrens Hospital at Westmead. At many of my First Aid courses many people have not heard of Febrile Convulsions, this has prompted me to put this article up. If you would like to learn more about emergency First Aid. Enrol in one of Simple Instructions Apply First Aid or Perform CPR courses […]
