We are excited to announce that we have partnered with ProTrainings UK allowing us to promote this fantastic new piece of life saving equipment. CellAED® is compact and lightweight, allowing it be carried almost anywhere, meaning that in an emergency you will have an AED on hand. Plus it is more affordable than a traditional AED.
It is well known that the sooner an AED is applied during cardiac arrest the higher the chance of survival, we believe that this personal AED will be a game-changer helping more people in the event of cardiac arrest.
Proud to be providing First Aid cover for the Dyce half marathon next Sunday. If you are attending please pop by and say hello.
The organisers tell me there are still a few spots left – we have supported a number of metro running events, and they are always really well ran, with a great atmosphere!
We have 2 Outdoor First Aid courses now available for booking on our website
Friday 28th – Saturday 29th July (held in Banchory-Devenick)
Saturday 26th – Sunday 27th August (held in Ellon)
The 2 day outdoor first aid course is Certified by LeisureForce, and covers the fundamentals of First Aid needed for those who are leading outdoor activities. We look to tailor the course to the needs of the participants, so let us know in advance what activity you need it for, and we will ensure to include scenarios relevant to your activities.
We hope everyone is enjoying the fine weather we are having across the North East at the moment, but remember that the prolonged heat brings risks like sunburn, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. As always prevention is better than cure – so here are some tips to stay well in the heat:
Stay hydrated – drink plenty water, and if you are exercising in the heat drink isotonic drinks which will replace the salts lost through sweating.
If you are out in the sun remember to Slip – Slop – Slap!
Slip on a top.
Slop on suncream (factor 30 or more) and re-apply every 2 hours.
Slap on a hat.
Good ventilation can help your house/office stay cooler:
Open multiple windows to get a through breeze.
If you have access to a fan/air con – use it!
If sun is shining on a window keep blinds/curtains closed.
If you are working in the heat remember to take regular breaks.
If possible avoid being out in the middle of the day when the sun is at its strongest.
What to do if you are suffering and how to recognise if you might need medical attention
Sunburn: Cool the burn in a cool shower or bath for around 20 mins, and apply after sun cream or calamine lotion. If there is extensive blistering covering an area larger than the patients hand, contact NHS24 on 111 to seek immediate medical advice.
Heat Exhaustion: This is the body’s response to the loss of water and body salts due to excessive sweating. Signs of Heat exhaustion are:
Pale, sweaty skin.
Nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting.
Fast, weak pulse and breathing
Cramps in the arms, legs, abdomen
Casualty may say they feel cold, but are hot to the touch
Treatment:
Take the casualty to a cool place, remove excess clothing and lay them down.
Give the casualty isotonic drinks (preferably) or water to rehydrate them.
Obtain medical advice by calling NHS24 on 111 – even if the casualty appears to have recovered quickly.
If the casualty deteriorates call 999/112 for immediate emergency help.
Glorious night for a run! Really pleased to be supporting Aberdeen Metro Running Club with providing First Aid at tonight’s run at the Beach. Good luck to all the runners!
We know that for a small business / those who are self-employed, a day on a training course costs a lot more than just the price of the course, its also a days trading lost. To support this we offer our one day emergency first aid course spread across 4 evenings, or at a weekend. This also supports those who need First Aid for a volunteering role – meaning you don’t need to use up one of your precious holidays!
If you are looking for a different course in an evening / weekend, get in touch and we will see what we can do!
