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The ABC of CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is used when a person is in cardiac arrest, meaning that the victim is unconscious, does not breathe and shows no sign of circulation (pulse). Performing CPR allows oxygenated blood to be carried again to the brain and vital organs in order to keep the victim alive. Cardiac arrests can be caused by various incidents such as drowning, a heart attack, a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), a drug overdose or a road accident. When someone is in cardiopulmonary …
Safety Supervision
rips to a pool, waterfront or any other aquatic environment give children opportunities to be active, play and become more comfortable in the water. However, these outings require proper preparation and a clear understanding of the responsibilities of everyone involved. The Safe Supervision of Children’s Groups in Aquatic Environments training course provides parents, lifeguards, day camp counsellors, managers and others responsible for groups with the knowledge and tools they need to help make …
Sauvetage au secondaire
Pourquoi faire du sauvetage dans les cours d’éducation physique? Les élèves feront une activité physique; ils seront sensibilisés à la sécurité aquatique; ils apprendront des notions de sauvetage qui peuvent être appliquées en cas d’urgence; ils apprendront à sauver des vies et à prévenir des incidents; ils peuvent obtenir un brevet pour travailler en tant que sauveteurs.   Intégrer le sauvetage à vos cours Trois moyens vous sont proposés afin d’intégrer le sauvetage aux cours d’éducation …
Recertifications
What i s a recertification?   According to several regulations, some awards are only recognized as work permits if they are recertified after a specific period. A recertification is an examination that evaluates an award holder’s knowledge, skills and physical fitness. Its purpose is to ensure that award holders are still able to properly perform their duties without having to follow an entire training again. Participants must therefore be prepared accordingly.     The following first aid …