Buhler First Aid Services

03/07/2026

After a long winter, many of us are excited that Daylight Savings brings longer evenings and extra light, but the one-hour shift can affect our bodies and safety in measurable ways.

Here’s what research shows:

1️⃣ Higher risk of car crashes
A study analyzing over 700,000 accidents found fatal crashes increase by about 6% in the week after the spring time change, likely due to sleep disruption and reduced alertness on the roads.

2️⃣ More workplace injuries
Some safety research has found a spike in workplace injury reports in the days immediately following the time change, particularly on the Monday after.

3️⃣ Reduced alertness and reaction time
Even small sleep loss can slow reaction time and focus, factors that contribute to both driving and workplace risk.

Our bodies don’t reset instantly, and fatigue affects safety.
This week, help keep yourself and teams safe by:

🔹 Encouraging extra morning light exposure (10–20 minutes helps reset your internal clock)
🔹 Reminding drivers to stay alert on the roads
🔹 Promoting brief rest breaks and hydration on the job

⏰ Don’t forget to change your clocks tonight, and please "spring forward" safely.

Take good care,

Marge,
Buhler First Aid

03/06/2026

Sunday, March 8 is International Women’s Day, and I’ll be teaching First Aid that day, so I wanted to share my sentiments a few days early.
I’m celebrating women who are making an impact every day.
Some by building businesses.
Some by leading teams.
Some by caring for others and strengthening their communities.
Women who had an idea, believed in it, and worked hard to bring it to life. I see you and I support you.
Here’s to the women who lead, who lift others up, and who keep showing up every day to build something meaningful.

Happy International Women’s Day. 💜
Marge

03/03/2026

Hearing loss doesn’t always happen suddenly.
In many workplaces, it happens slowly, over time.

Loud machinery.
Power tools.
Industrial environments.

The good news?
It’s preventable.

Protective equipment.
Proper training.
Awareness.

Safety isn’t just about what you see.
It’s also about what you hear.

If you’re responsible for workplace safety, make hearing protection part of the conversation.

Stay safe,
Marge
Buhler First Aid

02/27/2026

Spring is around the corner and we’re all ready for longer days of sunlight, and a little relief from a long winter. Right?

For many, March always feels like a reset, and it’s also the time you realize your certifications are up for renewal.

My March courses launched last week, and are already starting to fill up!

It's important for me to keep class sizes manageable so everyone gets real hands-on time and leaves feeling confident, so sending a little reminder, that if you’ve been meaning to book, now’s a good time!

You can register online: https://thunderbayfirstaid.ca/registration-gorendezvous/

If you’re booking a First Aid course, please remember the online knowledge portion must be completed before attending your one-day in-class skills session on the scheduled date.

Look forward to seeing you!

Marge

02/23/2026

Under Ontario Regulation 157/25, construction projects with 20+ regularly employed workers must have a licensed AED on site.

Requirements include:

• Proper storage with required supplies
• Clear AED signage
• Quarterly inspections with records
• A worker trained in CPR/AED is present while work is in progress

If your project does not meet the criteria, we can help.

Buhler First Aid Services can help with AED supply, accessories, compliance guidance, and CPR/AED training.

📞 807-621-4286
📧 info@thunderbayfirstaid.ca
🌐 www.thunderbayfirstaid.ca

02/21/2026

Had a wonderful day teaching a group first aid that were quick learners and very interested in helping others. Another group tomorrow. Love traveling to remote areas to provide much needed training and meeting so many people.

02/20/2026

February is Heart Month in Canada ❤️

In Canada, approximately 60,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur every year, and only 1 in 10 people survive.

According to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada, immediate CPR and AED use can double a person’s chance of survival.
The difference could be you.

Join me, Marge Buhler for upcoming CPR Course Dates

(Knowledge portion completed online prior to one-day in-class skills session)
Feb 19, 21, 25

Basic Life Support (BLS) Course Dates
Feb 24

Everyone who registers for a first aid course in February will be entered to win a Multi-Purpose First Aid Kit.
Draw takes place February 28.

Public spots are limited — register soon.

🌐 www.thunderbayfirstaid.ca
📧 info@thunderbayfirstaid.ca
📞 807-621-4286
Get trained. Save a life.

02/18/2026

Dear People of Tumbler Ridge,

Like the rest of Canada, please know you haven’t left my thoughts. 😢

Through my work teaching first aid and training first responders, I see the heart behind the uniform.
When the call comes, they go with skill, courage, and compassion.
They carry those moments with them long after.

In situations like this, psychological first aid runs deep.
The instinct to protect, to calm, and to steady others shows up immediately, even while they are processing it themselves.

I’m holding space for the emergency crews and medical teams who showed up and did everything they could, and for those who are still fighting to survive and the families walking through this unimaginable time.

I stand with Tumbler Ridge in grief and in gratitude for those who answered the call.
My heart is heavy, and my thoughts are with you.

Marge

02/16/2026

Family doesn’t always look the same for everyone.

Sometimes it’s the people you share a home with.
Sometimes it’s friends who feel like family.
Sometimes it’s coworkers, teammates, or neighbours who show up when you need them most.
To me, Family Day is a reminder of how important those connections are.

The people who check in.
The people who care.
The people who would drop everything if something wasn’t right.
Today is about slowing down, being present, and appreciating the ones who matter most.

Wishing you a day filled with warmth, laughter, and time well spent with your people.

Happy Family Day! ❤️

Marge

02/15/2026

🙏♥️

We’ve got a burning question for you, Thunder Bay…will you be our Valentine? ❤️🔥

Roses are red,
Our trucks are too,
When sparks start flying,
We’ll always come through! 🚒

Whether it’s fire safety, carbon monoxide alarms, or keeping your hearts (and homes) safe - we’re always ready to rescue your day!