First Aid Blog
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What Should I Do if Someone is electrocuted
What To Do What To Do If Someone Is Electrocuted Key Takeaway: If someone has received an electric shock, do not touch them until the power source is off. Call…
What to do if someone is choking?
What To Do If Someone Is Choking Key Takeaway: If someone is choking and cannot speak, cough, or breathe, treat it as a medical emergency. Call 000, give 5 back…
CellAED Defibrillator Recalled Nationwide — TGA Advises Owners NOT to Use Device
Australian health authorities have issued a Critical Recall for all CellAED® defibrillators, warning the devices may fail during a cardiac emergency following the liquidation of the manufacturer, RRR Manufacturing Pty…
Updates to our Remote First Aid Course
A message from Mal Thompson Hi everyone, I’m pleased to share an important update to the HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site course. These enhancements come from…
What To Do If Someone Faints From Heat
First Aid Guide What To Do If Someone Faints From Heat Key Takeaway: Fainting in hot conditions is a warning sign the body is struggling to cope. Heat can cause…
What To Do If Someone Faints at the Gym
What To Do If Someone Faints at the Gym Key Takeaway: If someone faints or collapses at the gym, check breathing first and act — no normal breathing means CPR…
What To Do If Someone Faints From Low Blood Sugar
What To Do If Someone Faints From Low Blood Sugar Key Takeaway: Low blood sugar (also called low blood glucose) can cause someone to suddenly collapse. Because the brain relies…
Heart attack VS cardiac arrest: What’s the difference?
The terms heart attack and cardiac arrest are very often used interchangably, but they are not the same! Learn the key differences and how to give first aid for a…
The 7 Most Common Childcare Injuries (and What Educators Should Do)
Teachers, educators, caregivers and parents… Did you know that kids as young as 5 can learn basic first aid and CPR to save a life? Here are 5 essential first…
Heat Stroke: Symptoms, First Aid & What to Do Immediately
Heat Stroke Symptoms, First Aid & What to Do Immediately Key Takeaway: Heat stroke is not the same as heat exhaustion. If someone has heat stroke, call 000 immediately and…
