Safety First CPR & Safety Training in Jacksonville, Florida
Bystanders are the key to survival of individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. The prompt administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) significantly increases the victim’s chance of survival. However, research reveals a troubling trend: women are less likely to receive bystander CPR. Why are women less likely to […]
Children can learn to call 911 from a young age, potentially saving a life by getting help where it’s needed quicker. But children, especially little kids, need to be actively taught how to call for help and then retaught periodically for better retention. Here are some best practices for how to teach your child to […]
Red Cross Lifeguard Certification courses are sometimes difficult to find in Northeast Florida. We have two coming up for Spring 2022, so please take advantage now if you are looking for one: April 1-3, 2022 at Jacksonville Golf and Country Club April 29 – May 1 at San Jose Country Club The Red Cross Lifeguard […]
An estimated 240 million calls are made to 911 each year in the United States. 911 dispatchers and call takers are trained to provide assistance for all types of situations. But there are certain steps you can take to help inform the call taker of the emergency and ensure help arrives as fast as possible. […]
Snakebites can be painful, but most snakes aren’t dangerous to humans. However, venomous snakebites can cause severe injuries and, in some cases, death. So, it’s best to consider all snakes as venomous until proven otherwise. Here’s how to treat a snakebite if you’re dealing with an unknown snake or recognize signs of a venomous snakebite. […]
Back by popular demand! This course is taught by law enforcement / SWAT Team officers who have a vast amount of knowledge but teach it in a way that is down to earth and easy to understand. These are the very guys who teach the rest of their police force organization in self-defense tactics. They […]
CPR can help keep the brain and other vital organs alive during cardiac arrest by pushing oxygen-filled blood throughout the body. High-quality chest compressions are the most important part of CPR and have the biggest impact on survival of cardiac arrest. So, it’s crucial that you practice proper hand placement when performing chest compressions. CPR […]
Each year, thousands of children sustain eye damage or even blindness from accidents at home, at play or in the car. And most of these injuries are preventable. August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, giving us an opportunity to highlight some best safety practices for preventing eye injuries in children. EYE INJURY PREVENTION […]
Whether you’re responding to an emergency or practicing smart hand hygiene in your personal life, washing your hands is crucial to keeping yourself and others healthy. Many diseases and illnesses are passed from person to person by touching contaminated objects. Because people frequently touch their eyes, nose and mouth without even realizing it, these disease-causing […]
May is Stop the Bleed Month! This awareness campaign is dedicated to encouraging the public to get first aid training so they can feel empowered to help during a bleeding emergency. Get trained Blood loss can quickly become life-threatening. A person experiencing severe bleeding can die within only a few minutes. According to the STOP […]
Food Allergy Awareness Week (May 10-16) is a time to educate the public about life-threatening food allergies. And advocate for more research and better treatment options. According to Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), 32 million Americans have potentially life-threatening food allergies. Additionally, one in every 13 children live with a food allergy, which breaks down to […]
We all love a good deal! As much as we are one of the wealthiest countries in the world, we also love saving money on the things we want and need. We are so connected to this idea that we have created web outlets like Craigslist, Ebay, Facebook Marketplace / Swip Swap groups and more. […]
It is rare for temps to plummet much below 40 degrees in Northeast Florida. The average low temperature in January over a 29-year recording period is 39 degrees according to USClimateData.com. Of course, this is an average temperature and not an indication of how cold it can get from time-to-time. According to an article on […]
According to news4jax.com, there is a “live” Christmas tree shortage in 2019, which will affect those who love the idea and fragrance of a real spruce or fir in the house in December. As a result of this information, many of us will be out early to pick out that perfect tree so we do […]
My wife is notorious for burning the first batch of cookies – every time she makes them. Fortunately, she does most of her baking as we approach Thanksgiving and tapers off after Christmas celebrations. Her propensity to burn the cookies is not because she is neglectful, but because she is in and out of the […]