Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services’ Post

Every organization should invest in CPR training for its employees. This article brings home how urgent and critical this response can be for someone experiencing cardiac arrest and how it can make the difference between life and death. (Just ask General Smith, the survivor described in this Post story, or Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills). Why should employers pay for this? *Because it ensures our teams are prepared to handle emergencies while waiting for first responders to aid staff or visitors to whom we owe a duty of care.* It is also a way to demonstrate your commitment to the communities we serve since these skills can also come in handy out in the world. When I led risk management at Aspen, I made sure every employee was given the opportunity to take CPR training at each office location and offered remote employees a reimbursement for training near their homes. The cost is minimal and in some cases may be offered for free by your local EMS. In even the best of circumstances, calling 911 will mean precious minutes are lost waiting for first responders (and if you live in DC or New Orleans, it could be much longer.) Although people may be scared to provide CPR for fear they will do it wrong or will harm the person, in reality the worst harm will be caused by doing nothing. And if you’re grossed out by the idea of giving mouth-to-mouth to a stranger, then skip it. Chest compressions alone can still make a huge difference. If your organization is committed to making the world a better place then show it by offering all employees the opportunity to take CPR training. #riskmanagement #emergencypreparedness

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Lately I've been actively taking online training courses through FEMA and DHS to enhance my skills in Emergency Management. My latest course was "You Are the Help Until Help Arrives," offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This course taught me the basics on how to react to an emergency before first responders arrive - from first aid, to emotional support. This course was quick, informative, and interesting!

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There are many high-quality training programs available to teach first responders how to perform the tasks of rapid intervention. The first one I took was in the mid-90s taught by (then) Pittsburgh Firefighter Jim Crawford. Learn more… https://bit.ly/2raGKEi

At CESER, we understand the critical importance of being prepared for any emergency. That's why we conduct exercises throughout the year, collaborating closely with federal, state, local, Tribal, territorial, and industry partners to enhance coordinated emergency response efforts. These exercises play a pivotal role in sharpening our response and recovery capabilities, ensuring we're ready to tackle challenges head-on when they arise. Curious to learn more about how these trainings contribute to our mission? Click the link below to discover the impact of our exercises and training programs: https://lnkd.in/eMejm4TZ #EmergencyResponse #Preparedness

Do you know Hands Only CPR? You can help save a life by knowing some simple skills. As part of my Woman of Impact Campaign, we are reaching out to organizations and groups to offer this through the American Heart Association. Book a powerful 1/2 hour…over the lunch hour 😍 #lifeiswhy

A safe working environment is key to efficiency.