Frequently Asked Questions About First Aid

I always say it’s better to have the knowledge and not need it than need it and not have it. This is the reason everyone should be trained about First Aid. This is also why at the fourth edition of the #SchoolSafetySummit our focus will be “First Aid and Casualty Assessment for Educators”. While it is targeted at Educators, we have room for parents and caregivers because you also spend so much time with children. And yes, it is FREE courtesy of our strategic partners.

1) Do I need first aid training?
Yes, everyone needs first aid training because anything can happen anywhere, any time and on any type of job e.g. barber shop, chef kitchen, place of worship, construction site, classroom, home, bank

2) What is the goal of First Aid?
It’s called the 3 P’s
a) Preserve life, so the person doesn’t die
b) Prevent further injury
c) Promote recovery

3) How can First Aid Training be effective?You must combine theory with practice sessions. Drills and role play sessions are a great way to internalise learning. You must also be willing to share with others

4) How can we change society’s attitude to first aid?
We must begin with advocacy and take first aid training to every sphere of life. Let’s begin to have sessions in schools for children and teachers, workplaces, places of worship, professional associations, social clubs and residential estates.

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