Can You Use an AED on a Pregnant Woman?
Yes. If a pregnant woman is unresponsive and not breathing normally, start CPR, call Triple Zero and use the AED. Here is the practical first aid sequence.
Can You Use an AED on Someone With a Pacemaker?
Yes, an AED can be used on someone with a pacemaker or implanted defibrillator. Learn where to place the pads and what first aiders should do.
First Aid Room Requirements: When Does a Workplace Need One?
A practical Australian guide to when a workplace should provide a first aid room, what the room should include, and how to decide based on risk.
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ANZCOR Updates First Aid Guidance
ANZCOR updated first aid guidance in March 2026, including serious illness, shock, sepsis and cold-related injuries. See what it means for learners.
LVR Kit Guide: What’s in an LVR Kit and How Often Should It Be Checked?
Electrical Safety Guide LVR Kit Guide: What’s in an LVR Kit and How Often Should It Be Checked? Key Takeaway: An LVR kit should not just be present — it should be complete, easy to access, checked before use, and backed by people who know how to use it properly. In an electrical emergency, preparation
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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 blows followed by 5 chest thrusts, and repeat until the airway clears or the person becomes unconscious. If they collapse, start CPR immediately. 🚨 Quick
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 blood pressure to drop, reducing blood flow to the brain and leading to collapse. In some cases, this can be an early sign of heat
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 and an AED immediately, breathing but unconscious still needs urgent medical help. Even if they recover quickly, they should seek medical assessment before returning to
What to Do if Someone Faints From Low Blood Sugar
What To Do 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 on sugar for energy, levels that drop too low can quickly lead to fainting or unconsciousness. 🚨 Quick Action Guide Situation What
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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 heart attack and cardiac arrest.
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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 aid skills that we believe every kid can learn and apply!
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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 begin active cooling while waiting for medical help. Do not delay treatment. Heat Stroke & Heat Exhaustion at a Glance Feature Heat Exhaustion Heat Stroke
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Can a First Aid Kit Expire?
Can a First Aid Kit Expire? If you’re an office manager, WHS officer, or the person everyone calls when “something’s not working,” chances are you’ve opened the workplace first aid kit and thought: Can a first aid kit expire? The short answer: yes, parts of your first aid kit do expire — and keeping on
Do Doctors, Nurses & Support Workers Need First Aid Training?
Healthcare and Support Work Do Doctors, Nurses and Support Workers Need First Aid Training? Quick answer: often yes, but the reason depends on the role. Doctors may need CPR for CPD or practice standards, nurses need current emergency skills for their scope of practice, and support workers often need first aid because they may be
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How to Become a First Aid Trainer
Your Ultimate Guide How to Become a First Aid Trainer: Your Essential Guide Considering a rewarding career where you empower people to save lives? First aid trainers do exactly that—teaching essential, practical skills in a fun, low-stress environment. Forget the stereotype of dull classrooms; first aid training is interactive, dynamic, and deeply satisfying. Let’s walk
Can You Fail a First Aid Course? Here’s What Really Matters
Yes, you can fail a first aid course, but most learners pass with practical coaching. Learn common fail points, reassessment options, and how to prepare in Australia.
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Construction First Aid Requirements in QLD: What You Need to Know
Understand Queensland construction first aid requirements, minimum staffing ratios, recommended unit choices, and practical compliance steps for site teams.
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CPR For Everyone: Adults, Pregnant, Babies, Kids & Pets
Now, let’s dive deep—because when seconds count, hesitation costs lives. CPR on Adults Why It Matters Every year, thousands of Australians suffer sudden cardiac arrest. Without immediate CPR, their chances of survival drop by 10% every minute. You could be the reason someone lives to see another day. If your role involves babies or children,
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Neosporin vs Betadine – A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right First Aid Antiseptic
Neosporin vs Betadine A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right First Aid Antiseptic Dealing with a minor cut, but unsure which ointment to choose from your first aid kit? Usually, there are two options: Neosporin and Betadine. Both prevent infection, but which one works best? Understanding which antiseptics to use, whether that’s Neosporin or Betadine
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Are Rescue Breaths Still Done in CPR?
CPR Myth Busting Are Rescue Breaths Still Done in CPR? Quick takeaway: yes. Rescue breaths are still part of standard CPR for trained rescuers in Australia. If you are unwilling, unable, or not trained to give breaths, chest compressions are still far better than doing nothing. Some first aid myths refuse to die. One of