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First aid training for the workplace and individuals, including business, staff in schools, school transport providers and community groups. Imagine…..

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We also provide a range of Lifeguard training and medical cover for events. anyone, at any age could sustain a serious injury or become suddenly unwell at any time………

Would you and your staff know what to do for a colleague or a friend who suffered a heart attack or stroke? Because if it were you or a loved one, you would hope that someone would know what to do

Because….. First Aid at Work is no

t just for the workplace. It’s for your everyday life. Our team is led by Jim Jones, former Regional Training and Community Projects Manager, for St John Ambulance in the South West. Jim has been a qualified in first aid for over 30 years, and has some 20 years’ experience as a volunteer with St John Ambulance, having provided services at events such as the Cheese Roll at Coopers Hill, Gloucester, events at Cheltenham Racecourse, and also having worked as both an ambulance crew and trainer for St John Ambulance. Jim passionately believes that everyone should have the opportunity to learn lifesaving skills and works to ensure that any barriers that may prevent anyone from accessing these life skills. His mantra is “It’s not what you can’t do, it’s what you can do. Do not let age or disability be a barrier.”

We are happy to deliver first aid training, talks and demonstrations to any groups, young people in schools or youth groups, within the community. Please contact us for further details and to discuss your needs further. Our team are fully qualified with over 30 years practical first aid experience and training experience for all our courses, bringing real-life examples into the delivery of our training, making it more appropriate for your workplace or setting. With a minimum teaching qualification of Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector, our trainers can deliver in both the further education setting and to young people in schools. We all passionately believe that everyone should learn first aid. It is a life-skill and the more people who know what to do in a life-threatening emergency, the more lives can be saved. We keep our costs low and pass our savings on to you! DON’T LEAVE IT TIL YOU NEED IT

Training Courses:
•On a date, time and at your location for up to 12 delegates
•Work with your local businesses to save on your employees travel expenses and time
•Daytime, overnight, evening and weekend delivery
•FREE First Aid requirement and equipment advice with every course delivered
•Work with your neighbouring businesses and you can all SAVE money which stays in YOUR cash-flow

Bespoke courses also available

21/07/2025

MYTH: “I might do more harm than good if I try CPR.”

❌ TRUTH: The only wrong move in cardiac arrest… is doing nothing.

💥 Why CPR Matters

Every minute without CPR reduces a person’s chance of survival by 10%.

When someone collapses and isn’t breathing normally, you ARE their best chance of survival. You don’t have to be a medic. You just need to know what to do—and be willing to act.

👥 “But what if I hurt them?”

If someone isn’t breathing, they are clinically dead.
CPR gives them a chance to come back.
💬 You can’t make it worse. But you can make a difference.

👐 Hands-Only CPR Saves Lives

🎵 Push hard and fast to the beat of Stayin’ Alive – around 100–120 compressions per minute.

📞 Step 1: Call 999 / 112
💓 Step 2: Push in the centre of the chest (about 5–6cm deep)

No need to give breaths unless you’ve been trained and feel confident.

🚨 Did you know?

Over 70% of cardiac arrests happen in the home.

12 young people die every week in the UK from sudden cardiac arrest.

More than 50% have no previous heart condition.

AEDs are increasingly available in public spaces and villages—use them! You can’t shock someone unless the AED says it's needed.

💬 “What if I forget what to do?”

That’s exactly why training matters. In a crisis, you fall back on what you’ve practised.

Our first aid courses prepare you with:
✅ Confidence
✅ Clear steps
✅ Real-life scenarios
✅ CPR practice with manikins & AED trainers

🎯 Don’t freeze. Don’t guess. Don’t hope someone else steps in. https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

🫁 MYTH: “If someone’s choking and coughing—slap them on the back!”

TRUTH: That could make things worse. Not all choking is the same—and acting too soon can cause harm.

😨 Choking: When Every Second Counts

Choking is terrifying—for the person affected and for those watching. But knowing what to do—and when—can be the difference between life and death.

👄 Partial Blockage? Don’t Intervene Too Soon

If the person:

Can still breathe, cough, or speak,

Is upright and alert,

👉 Don’t slap their back. Instead:
✅ Encourage them to keep coughing forcefully
❌ Don’t pat them on the back—it might dislodge the object deeper

🆘 Complete Airway Blockage? Act Fast

If the person:

Can’t cough or speak

Is clutching their throat

Is struggling to breathe

Is turning red or blue

Then it’s a complete blockage—they need help immediately.

🔽 Step-by-Step: Choking First Aid for Adults

1. Back Blows (up to 5)

Support them by leaning them forward.

Strike firmly between the shoulder blades, in an upward motion.

💥 Check after each blow to see if the blockage is cleared.

2. Abdominal Thrusts (up to 5)

Stand behind them.

Place a fist just above the belly button (below the rib cage).

Grasp the fist with your other hand and thrust inward and upward.

🔁 Alternate back blows and abdominal thrusts (up to 3 cycles total).

3. Call 999 / 112

If the object hasn’t been removed after 3 full cycles—get an ambulance on the way.

4. If They Collapse

Begin CPR immediately

Send someone to grab a nearby AED if available

⚠️ Even if the object is cleared, seek medical help if:

Abdominal thrusts were used

They have a persistent cough or sore throat

They feel something is still “stuck”

They have trouble swallowing

Internal injuries from thrusts or the object itself can cause complications.

💬 “The worst thing you can do is nothing.”

Choking situations require calm, confident action—and the wrong move at the wrong time can make it worse. Do you know the difference?

🎓 Get Trained. Be Ready. Save a Life.

Learn essential choking first aid (and more) with hands-on, expert-led training. https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

MYTH: “Chest pain only happens to older, unfit people.”

TRUTH: Cardiac arrest can strike anyone—young, fit, active, or healthy-looking. It doesn’t discriminate.

🫀 Heart Attacks, Angina & Cardiac Arrest—Know the Difference

We've seen it on the news: young athletes collapsing. Fit, healthy people suffering sudden cardiac arrests. The idea that heart problems only affect the elderly? Outdated and dangerous.

There are two types of chest pain that could signal a serious problem:

💢 1. Angina – “The Plumbing Problem”

Angina is a sign that the heart isn’t getting enough oxygen, often due to narrowed arteries.

Common symptoms:

Chest pain or pressure during exertion or stress

Pain that radiates to the neck, back, jaw, or down the left arm

Pale, grey, or ashen skin

Breathlessness

What to do:
✅ Help them rest
✅ Encourage them to use their GTN (Glyceryl Trinitrate) spray—up to twice, 5 minutes apart
⏱ If symptoms don’t ease within 15 minutes, call 999 / 112
🫀 Be ready to begin resuscitation if they lose consciousness

⚠️ 2. Heart Attack or Cardiac Arrest – “The Sudden Shutdown”

Unlike angina, a heart attack or cardiac arrest can strike without warning—even in people with no previous diagnosis.

Warning signs:

Sudden onset of chest pain

Pain spreading to neck, back, or left arm

Feeling of pressure, squeezing, or tightness

Difficulty breathing

Cold, pale, or sweaty skin

A sense of “doom and gloom”

🚑 What to do in a suspected heart attack:

✅ Call 999 / 112 immediately
✅ Help the person rest in a position they find comfortable
✅ Give them 300mg of Aspirin to chew (if not allergic)
✅ If they become unresponsive and stop breathing: start CPR immediately
✅ Use an AED as soon as possible—every minute without defibrillation reduces survival by 10–12%

🔌 AEDs Save Lives—and They’re Everywhere

Public Access Defibrillators (AEDs) are in:

Supermarkets

Shopping centres

Train stations

Airports

Outside village halls, churches, even telephone boxes

📱 If you call 999, the operator may guide you to the nearest AED and talk you through using it—put your phone on speaker so you can listen hands-free.

AEDs are simple. They talk you through what to do. You can’t hurt someone with one.

🙌 The Worst Thing You Can Do? Nothing.

Every second matters. Your actions could mean the difference between life and death.

🎓 Want to Be Confident in a Real Emergency?

Get trained. Know what to do. Save a life. https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

🔥 MYTH: “Just put butter or toothpaste on a burn.”

TRUTH: Those old remedies can trap heat, cause infection, and make things worse.

🩹 What You Really Need to Know About Burns

Everyone experiences a burn at some point—hot pans, boiling water, hair straighteners, even the sun. But how you treat a burn in the first few minutes can make all the difference to recovery.

🧊 The #1 Rule: Cool the Burn FAST

The best and safest treatment is simple:
🧼 Cold running water for at least 20 minutes—regardless of the cause or severity.

Why 20 minutes? Because while the skin may feel cool on the outside, the deeper tissue is still hot and still burning. A short rinse isn't enough.

❌ Never Use These on Burns:

Butter or oils

Toothpaste

Ice (it can damage tissue)

Cotton wool (it sticks to the skin)

💡 Use the S.C.A.L.D. Method for Burn Assessment:

S, Size — Use the palm of the hand as 1% of body surface. Any red burn ≥5% or blistered burn ≥1% = seek medical help.

C, Cause — Heat, cold, electricity, radiation, or chemicals—all need immediate cooling.

A, Age — Children and older adults are more vulnerable. Always get checked.

L, Location — Burns on the face, hands, feet, groin, torso, or wrapping around limbs = serious.

D, Depth — Redness, blistering, blackened skin? Always cool first, then seek help.

🛑 DO:

Remove rings/watches near the burn if possible (before swelling begins).

Cut around clothing, but don’t pull it off if it’s stuck.

After cooling, cover loosely with cling film (not tightly wrapped).

🚫 DON’T:

Use home remedies

Delay cooling

Pop blisters

Leave the burn uncovered after cooling

🚑 Watch for Signs of Serious Injury:

Large surface area

Deep or charred skin

Burns to vulnerable parts of the body

Shock symptoms (pale, dizzy, weak)

Anyone struggling to breathe from inhaling smoke or steam

🤕 Burns Are Common. Mistakes Are Too.

⚠️ A poorly treated burn can result in:
• Infection
• Scarring
• Prolonged healing
• Long-term complications

💬 "The worst thing you can do... is nothing."

🎓 Know What to Do Before It Happens

Don't rely on myths or guesswork when you're faced with a real emergency.

👉 Book a certified First Aid course today and learn how to deal with burns, bites, stings, CPR, choking, and more. https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

MYTH: "AEDs are too complicated for the public to use."

TRUTH: They're designed to guide you—step-by-step—to help save a life.

🟨 What are AEDs and where are they?

You’ve likely seen them—those bright yellow, green, or white boxes on walls in train stations, airports, village halls, supermarkets, or even old phone boxes. They're Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), and they exist for one reason:

👉 To help someone in cardiac arrest—fast.

🚨 What happens during cardiac arrest?

The heart suddenly stops beating effectively.

Blood (and oxygen) stop reaching the brain.

Every minute without help reduces survival chances by 10–12%.

After 3 minutes, brain damage begins.

But if you use an AED within that time? Survival jumps to 80%.

✅ How AEDs Work (and why you can't get it wrong)

When someone collapses and is unresponsive and not breathing normally (or gasping irregularly):

Open the AED—it switches on automatically.

Follow the voice instructions.

Remove clothing from the chest.

Apply pads as shown:

Top right of chest

Bottom left side
(See image: “AED-Pad-Placement-Adult.jpg”)

The machine checks the heart rhythm.

If a shock is needed, it will ask you to press the button.

If no shock is needed, it will guide you to start CPR.

Some AEDs even include a metronome to guide the correct pace for chest compressions.

It then repeats a cycle of:

2 minutes of CPR

Rhythm analysis

Shock (if needed)

✅ When to stop:

If the person starts breathing again:

Turn off the AED

Place them in the recovery position

Keep monitoring—they may arrest again

⚠️ The Real Danger? Doing Nothing.

No one has ever been successfully sued in the UK for trying to help in an emergency.
💬 "The worst thing you can do… is nothing."

Would you feel confident stepping in?

💡 Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

Book your Emergency First Aid at Work training today—learn to save lives with confidence. https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

WHY LEARN HANDS-ONLY CPR?

Cardiac arrest – an electrical malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) and disrupts the flow of blood to the brain, lungs and other organs - is a leading cause of death.

When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby.

About 90 percent of people who suffer out - of hospital cardiac arrests die. CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival.

BE THE DIFFERENCE FOR SOMEONE YOU LOVE

If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love: a child, a spouse, a parent or a friend.

Over 50% of people who suffer form sudden cardiac arrest, have no previous cardiac history

70 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes.

12 young people lose their lives every week in the UK form sudden cardiac arrest

270 of those young people suffer cardiac arrest whilst they are at school

Unfortunately, only about 46 percent of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest get the immediate help that they need before professional help arrives.

Hands-Only CPR has been shown to be as effective as conventional CPR for cardiac arrest at home, at work or in public. It can double or even triple a victim’s chance of survival.

MUSIC CAN SAVE LIVES

Hands-Only CPR has just two easy steps: If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, (1) Call 999 or 112 and (2) Push hard and fast in the centre of the chest to the beat of the disco song “Stayin’ Alive.”

During CPR, you should push on the chest at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute. The beat of “Stayin’ Alive" is a perfect match for this, and research shows that people are more likely to remember the correct pace when trained to the beat of a familiar song.

Automatic External Defibrillators (AED’s)

Many communities are now having AED installed, in old telephone boxes, outside their village hall, pub, shop or school. The sooner a patient who is in cardiac arrest can be shocked, the greater the chance of a return to a normal life.

Book your course now: https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

Unconscious Casualty: What to Do

When someone is unconscious, their condition is life-threatening. Their airway is at risk of becoming blocked by their tongue or vomit, which can stop them from breathing.

Step 1: Ensure Safety

Before approaching, make sure you and the casualty are safe. Look out for dangers like traffic, fire, or hazardous materials.

Step 2: Check Response

Speak loudly: “Can you hear me? Open your eyes!”

If no response, gently but firmly tap both shoulders.

If still no response, shout for help immediately.

Step 3: Open the Airway

Kneel beside their chest.

Place one hand on their forehead and gently tilt their head back.

With two fingers of your other hand, lift the tip of their chin.

This is the head-tilt, chin-lift manoeuvre to open the airway.

Step 4: Check Breathing

Put your ear close to their mouth and nose, while looking at their chest.

Listen for breath sounds, feel for breath on your cheek, and watch their chest for rising and falling.

Check for at least 10 seconds.

If breathing is normal, proceed to Step 5.
If breathing is absent or irregular (gasping), prepare to start CPR immediately.

Step 5: Check for Injuries

Using the back of your hand, gently feel for lumps, bumps, or wet patches that could indicate injury or bleeding.

If serious injuries are found on one side, prepare to place the casualty on their injured side.

Step 6: Place in the Recovery Position

This position keeps the airway open and prevents choking while waiting for emergency services.

How to do it:

Place the arm nearest you at a right angle to their body.

Take the other arm, bend it and place the back of their hand against their cheek nearest to you. Support this hand with your palm.

Lift the leg farthest from you by the knee, placing the foot flat on the floor.

Pull that knee toward you to roll them onto their side.

Adjust the bent knee so it rests at a right angle to their body.

Check they are still breathing normally.

Special considerations:

If the casualty is heavily pregnant, always roll them onto their left side.

If you suspect a neck or spinal injury, place their hand nearest you gently under their head for support while rolling them over.

In the case of a motorcyclist wearing a helmet, it is appropriate to remove the helmet if unconscious to protect the airway, but do so carefully to avoid further injury.

Step 7: Call Emergency Services

If no one else is available to call, dial 999 or 112 immediately. (112 is the European emergency number and works across Europe.)

Step 8: Monitor Until Help Arrives

Keep checking their breathing. If they stop breathing, be ready to start CPR.

Important Facts:

About 75% of road accident deaths are due to blocked airways, not the injuries themselves.

The Recovery Position saves lives by preventing airway obstruction.

No one has ever been sued for giving first aid — the worst thing you can do is nothing.

Book your course now: https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

THE THINGS YOU BUY AND HOPE NOT TO USE

Businesses spend an average of £1,000 every year servicing and maintaining fire safety equipment. Some companies spend tens of thousands—one recently spent £38,000—to keep fire alarms and extinguishers in working order.

There are about 16,000 business-related fires annually, resulting in roughly 200 fire-related deaths each year in England (2017). Clearly, investing in fire safety is essential.

But could more lives be saved?

Each year, over 33,000 people suffer sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) outside hospitals, with nearly a 90% mortality rate. Unlike fire safety, there is no legal requirement for businesses to have defibrillators (AEDs).

We believe this must change.

For the same price as annual fire safety servicing, a business can invest in a defibrillator that:

Comes with an 8-year guarantee

Requires no ongoing servicing

Can save lives instantly

Imagine the impact if businesses worked together:

If 10 businesses each contributed £200, they could:

Purchase one life-saving AED

Register it with the local ambulance service (who can direct people to it)

Provide training for 24 people to use the AED

Run awareness sessions for the community

Deliver a day of training to children at a local school

Many communities already place AEDs in accessible locations—old phone boxes, village halls, pubs, schools—making these devices available to everyone. The faster someone in cardiac arrest receives a shock, the better their chance of survival.

Important Statistics:

Over 50% of sudden cardiac arrests happen to people with no previous heart condition

Around 70% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur at home

Every week, approximately 12 young people in the UK die from sudden cardiac arrest

Around 270 young people suffer cardiac arrest while at school annually

Only 46% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims get immediate help before emergency services arrive

30% of women who suffer cardiac arrest do not receive CPR due to fears about touching their breasts, and sadly, many die as a result

For the cost of maintaining fire safety equipment, businesses can save lives by investing in defibrillators and training. Together, we can build safer workplaces and communities.

Order your defibrillator now: https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/shop/

21/07/2025

🚨 Stroke Awareness & FAST Test

A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked (Transient Ischemic Attack – TIA) or when there’s bleeding in the brain (Cerebral Vascular Accident – CVA). Both require immediate action to reduce brain damage and improve recovery chances.

Common Stroke Symptoms:

Collapse or sudden weakness (often on one side)

Reduced consciousness or confusion

Nausea and vomiting

Stiff neck

Sensitivity to bright light or noise

Slurred speech

Unable to smile evenly (one side of the mouth doesn’t lift)

Unable to raise both arms equally

Severe headache (often described as the worst ever)

FAST Test: Know It, Use It

F – Face: Is one side of the face drooping or numb? Ask them to smile.

A – Arms: Can they raise both arms? Is one weak or numb?

S – Speech: Is their speech slurred or strange? Can they repeat a simple sentence?

T – Time: If any of these signs are present, call 999 immediately!

Personal Story from Passion First Aid Founder

In the 1980s, I collapsed with severe headache, vomiting, and weakness on one side. Initially misdiagnosed, it was only after proper tests that I was found to have had a stroke. Thanks to prompt hospital care, I made a full recovery. This experience inspired me to start Passion First Aid — to help others act fast and save lives.

Important Reminder:

Never assume age or background protects someone from serious conditions. If someone shows signs of stroke or heart attack, treat seriously and call emergency services. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

Final Note:

The worst thing you can do is nothing. If you’re unsure, always call 999. Your quick action could save a life. https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

Hot weather

With hopefully a hot summer soon to be upon us, or some of you going abroad to warmer climates for your holidays, it is important to remember the unfortunate risks of enjoying the hot summer weather.

Sunburn, heat stroke and heat exhaustion can soon have an impact upon us, after prolonged exposure to the sun.

In respect of heat stroke, this is usually due to a prolonged exposure to a hot environment. If someone is suffering from a headache, feels dizzy, is restless and confused, has hot flushed skin, a reduced level of response, with a full pounding pulse and a body temperature of 40 degrees c or more, the likely hood is that they are suffering from heat stroke.

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Your aim is to restore their normal body temperature (36 to 27 degrees c), as quickly as possible.

You can do this by removing their outer clothing, wrap them in a cold wet sheet, until their body temperature reduces to normal. If needs be, pour more cold water over the sheet.

With regards to heat exhaustion, this is usually due to excessive sweating from being in hot and humid environments. Again if someone is suffering from a headache, feels dizzy, is confused, has a loss of appetite, is sweaty, and has pale / clammy skin, with possible cramps and a rapid weak pulse, the likely hood is they are suffering from heat exhaustion.

Book your course now: https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

21/07/2025

Meningitis: Know the Signs, Save a Life

MYTH: “Only young people get meningitis.”

FACT: Anyone — any age — can develop this life-threatening infection. Early recognition and urgent medical help are critical.

What is meningitis?

A serious infection caused by bacteria or viruses that inflames the membranes around the brain and spinal cord. It can be fatal or cause lifelong disabilities without prompt treatment.

Symptoms to watch for (may appear in any order):

Adults & Children:

Fever with cold hands and feet

Severe headache

Vomiting, diarrhoea

Severe muscle pain, stomach cramps

Drowsiness or difficulty waking

Confusion, irritability

Pale, blotchy skin or rash (don’t wait for rash!)

Stiff neck

Sensitivity to light

Seizures or convulsions

Rapid worsening condition

Babies (also):

Refusing to eat

Unusual crying or moaning

Floppy, unresponsive

Rapid breathing or grunting

Bulging soft spot on head

Trust your instincts — if you suspect meningitis or septicaemia, call 999 immediately.

Learn more: https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

Remember: Early action saves lives.

21/07/2025

Cultures, religions and other beliefs

Many of us live in multi-cultural societies, with a range of religions and beliefs. People are often concerned, to provide aid to individuals from different cultures and religions, for fear of offending them. We are all human beings, and we all value life, irrespective of culture, religion and belief. I have worked closely over the years, with many of these communities, and they all say the same thing. Irrespective of whether they are male or female, and their culture, religion and beliefs, they all want the same level of response and care to be given to them and their loved ones.

Remember, the worst thing you can do, is do nothing

Book your course now: https://passionfirstaid.co.uk/events/

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