The First Aider’s Role The role of a trained first aider is to: Recognize emergencies. Call emergency services (EMS or 911). Act according to your skills, knowledge and comfort level. Know the worksite’s emergency response plan (if at your workplace) Know your role as a first aider at the worksite A workplace first aider is […]

When to Call EMS/911 If you believe an emergency exists, you should call immediately. It is better for professionals to determine whether they are needed than to not come when they are needed. Here are some guidelines for calling EMS/911: If there is danger to you or others. When a victim is unconscious or has […]

Please note that every province and territory has slightly different regulations on workplace first aid. Scroll down to your province for more information and links. ALBERTA OFA *This information provided in this Chapter (Chapter 8) is provided directly through Alberta Labour. This material is to be used for information purposes only no warranty is implied […]

Scene Survey The first step in ESM is the Scene Survey. Following the steps below will help you make prompt, accurate decisions and give the best care possible to the casualty. Ensure the scene is safe and free of hazards. A hazard is defined as a potential source of harm to a worker/person. If it […]

  Figure 14: When checking for breathing rescuers should open the airway using the head-tilt chin-lift maneuver pictured above. How to Perform CPR Wear / use appropriate personal protective equipment If necessary, turn the casualty face up. Open the airway using the head-tilt chin-lift maneuver (Figure 14). Check for normal breathing for 5-10 seconds (i.e., […]

Mild Choking   Figure 6: Common symptoms of severe choking include clutching of the throat with hands, inability to speak, cough or breathe and wide eyes. Mild choking occurs when the airway is only partially obstructed. Coughing may be a symptom of a mild airway obstruction and is a natural way of clearing the airway. […]

Anatomy and Physiology The heart is a 4 chambered muscular organ located in the chest, midline, and slightly to the left. This organ brings de-oxygenated blood, from the veins, and brings it into the right chambers of the heart. It then pumps this blood into the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged. This […]

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Congratulations on completing the on-line component of the Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR HCP Re-certification program. It is now time to schedule your exam at our training centre. Scroll to the bottom of the page to view available course dates, times and locations. Please ensure you read our exam policy prior to taking the […]