Posted in Kelowna Events on Apr 25th, 2010
Chemical Splash in the Eye First Aid – Kelowna First Aid Courses ( Okanagn, Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, Penticton )
If a chemical splashes into your eye, take these steps immediately:
Flush your eye with water. Use clean, lukewarm tap water for at least 20 minutes, and use whichever of these approaches is quickest:
Get into the shower and [...]
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Posted in Kelowna Events on Feb 27th, 2010
Kelowna First Aid Course – Courses, Training Red Cross Provider for Stadard, Emergency,CPR, Child Care Training 250.878.6690 www.okanaganfirstaid.com
Concussions;
The term concussion conjures up the image of a child knocked unconscious while playing sports. But concussions — temporary loss of brain function — can happen with any head injury, often without any loss of consciousness. And many head [...]
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Kelowna First Aid Course Jan 10.2010 www.okanaganfirstaid.com 250-8786690
First Aid For Burns
A burn involves the destruction of skin cells, and sometimes the underlying structures of muscle, fascia and bone. It occurs when these structures absorb more heat than they can dissipate. What you do for a burn in the first few minutes after it occurs CAN [...]
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First Aid Attendants and Mobile Treatment Units
Attendants and Emergency Transport and Mobile Treatment Center Requirements – According to Worksafe BC
First aid attendant and emergency transport vehicle are required under BC Workers Compensation regulations. The following are some situations: mining,forestry,oil and gas exploration,road construction,fire fighting, construction sites,etc.
Schedule 3A of the Occupational Health and Saftey Act indicates [...]
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Posted in Kelowna Events on Dec 4th, 2009
Red Cross Staff and Volunteers
Charge into Action
Following Floods
Within hours after officials issued flood-related evacuation orders to residents of several Vancouver Island communities late last week, Red Cross staff and volunteers were on the ground, providing emergency hygiene and cleanup kits, as well as other relief supplies to affected residents.
About a dozen Red Cross volunteers and [...]
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Posted in Kelowna Events on Nov 23rd, 2009
Take your child seriously
Bullying is not teasing (that can happen amongst friends and your child is on equal plan” with the teaser). Bullying is frightening and humiliating at any age, so listen to your child. Reassure your child that you believe him and will find a way to keep him safe.
Gather facts
Next, you need all [...]
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Posted in Kelowna Events on Sep 18th, 2009
Next Course intake date October 04.2009 , space limited so reserve your spot now!! 250.878.6690 or goto http://www.okanaganfirstaid.com
I have worked in the industry for the last five years, and have met many people, all from very diverse backgrounds. I love my job, and love teaching new students, it is a very rewarding career.
If you have [...]
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Posted in Kelowna Events on Jun 15th, 2009
Calgary stampede 2009 First Aid for bull riding , horse riding. Can’t wait to be there. Its the greatest show on earth
Located in the beautiful rockies of Alberta. Hosting over 1.2 million visitors each year. One of Canadas largest events from chuck wagon races, exhibitors, george strait concert. This canadian pacific city boasts a 10 [...]
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Posted in Kelowna First Aid Videos on Mar 20th, 2009
The recovery position or more technically known as the lateral recumbent position is a first aid technique recommended for assisting people who are unconscious, or nearly so, but are still breathing. It is frequently taught as part of classes in CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) or first aid.
When an unconscious person is lying face upwards, there are [...]
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