Life Saving Training

07/04/2026

How do you call for help when you need it and you’re in the middle of nowhere?

Watch this for some reminders and top tips!

03/04/2026

Ready for spring and summer? ☀️

Got some adventures planned like hiking, water sports, long dog walks? We all love good times, but the reality is... anything could happen (don’t worry, this leg injury is just a mock up!).

That’s why credible, thorough training isn't just about getting a certificate. It's about having the knowledge that stays with you, long after the course finishes. Like this amazing feedback we received:

🗣️ “Your course was by far the best training I’ve had out of many first aid courses, incredibly thorough and precise. Because of this, things I learnt have stayed with me all this time.”

At Life Saving Training, we deliver evidence-based training that empowers you. Don’t choose based on price alone. Invest in yourself and in training that will genuinely make a difference.

Get up-to-speed with your first aid skills and be the one who can help when it matters most.

👇 Join our Outdoor First Aid Masterclass
🗓️ 9th - 10th May
🗺️ at Birkheads Wild in the North East

Just drop us a message to book or check out our events on our page.

01/04/2026

𝗗𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗣𝗥? ⛑️

There is a common myth that rescue breaths are ‘outdated’.

‘Compression only CPR’ adverts have raised awareness. TV shows like ‘Breaking Bad’ have shown confusion whether breaths are necessary. During Covid breaths were temporarily de-emphasised. Understandably, people have become confused.

‘Compression Only CPR’ is designed for untrained bystanders - it’s better than doing nothing. Chest compressions move blood, but rescue breaths oxygenate it. That extra oxygen can be the bridge to survival.

The 2025 Adult Protocol (30:2)

If you are trained and able, follow the 30:2 ratio:

1. 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟵𝟵𝟵: Tell the operator you are First Aid trained.
2. 𝟯𝟬 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Compress 5-6cm, two a second.
3. 𝟮 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘀: Just enough to see the chest rise.
4. 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲: Turn on an AED as soon as it arrives and follow the prompts.

Which one should you do?

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗖𝗣𝗥 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱? Stick to Hands-Only CPR. The 999 handler will coach you through it.

𝗖𝗣𝗥 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱? Provide 30:2. The latest Resuscitation Council UK 2025 Guidelines specifically instruct call handlers to support you in delivering full CPR.

Don’t let the ‘Compression Only’ message stop you from using the full range of your life-saving skills if you are able.

31/03/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿?

Anyone. You do not need specific training to use a defibrillator.

The recent inquest into the tragic death of 17-year-old Adam Ankers is a heartbreaking reminder of why this information matters. The inquiry highlighted a "missed opportunity" to save Adam due to confusion as to whether it was safe to use the available defibrillator.

We want to share these two vital facts to help remove that fear for anyone else:

1. 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿. An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is an incredibly smart piece of equipment. It will only ever deliver a shock if the person actually needs one. If a shock isn't required, the machine simply won't let you give one.

2. "𝗚𝗮𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴" 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴. The inquest also noted the difficulty in recognising agonal gasps. Up to 60% of people in cardiac arrest will look like they are gasping for air. These gasps are infrequent, irregular, and noisy. If someone is unresponsive and gasping like this, they need CPR and a shock from a defibrillator immediately.

What to do if someone is unresponsive and not breathing normally:

✅ Call 999.
✅ Start CPR.
✅ Switch on a defibrillator and follow the voice instructions. It will talk you through every single step.

In these high-pressure moments, it's natural to feel unsure. Please remember, the defib is there to be your guide, and your intervention is the best chance someone has.

Our thoughts are with Adam’s family and friends. By sharing this, we hope to give others the confidence to step in when it matters most.

30/03/2026

What is a first aid primary survey?

Catch up with the latest changes whilst we walk and talk!

26/03/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ‘𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻’? 🚑

It’s a term commonly used, but we moved toward a more descriptive name a long time ago: the ‘Safe Airway Position.’

Why? Well, the old name can be a bit misleading. It implies the position itself helps someone "recover." In reality, its primary job is to keep an airway clear and safe.

If someone is conscious and talking, they don’t actually need to be moved into this position. They’re already doing a great job of maintaining their own airway! Keeping them in a position of comfort is usually best.

The Safe Airway Position is for someone who is unresponsive but breathing normally. It’s vital for when you need to ensure their airway stays open, especially if you need to briefly leave to call for help or manage other tasks.

Want to increase your confidence and understand the ‘why’ behind the skills? We’d love to see you on one of our upcoming courses:

• 15th April: 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work
• 9th-10th May: 2-day Outdoor First Aid
• 12th May: 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work
• 12th-14th May: 3-day First Aid at Work

Not sure what you need or fancy a private course for your group? Drop us a line for a chat! 👋

24/03/2026

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 💫

The Resuscitation Council UK and European Resuscitation Council have recently moved to a standardised ABCDE approach.

To ensure we’re providing the best care, we’ve integrated these tweaks into our updated DR ABCDE protocol:

• Danger
• Response
• Catastrophic Bleeding
• Airway
• Breathing
• Circulation
• Disability
• Exposure

You might notice that D and E are slightly different or new, depending on the level of training you've completed.

At Disability for example, we're considering more closely why someone needs help from a neurological point of view, not just finding a problem and fixing it. Understanding the "why" has always been important to us as life savers.

We’ve been training a thorough, structured DR ABCDE approach for years, and these latest tweaks help to align basic and more advanced first aid - which in turn helps you to progress your skills.

Want to put it into practice? Reading about it is one thing; muscle memory is another. If you're ready to update your hands-on life saving skills in line with the latest guidelines, just get in touch!

19/03/2026

"I would not be here today if the guys didn’t know what they were doing."

When Chris Wall collapsed mid-workout, his gym community jumped into action. He’s here today as they started CPR immediately and used a defibrillator.

Now, Chris is preparing for the London to Brighton bike ride and awaiting the birth of his child. ❤️

Dad-to-be, Chris Wall was mid-way through an intense workout class at when he collapsed

18/03/2026

Do you pack some life saving know-how on your holiday?! ☀️

17/03/2026

Think first aid should be taught in schools? 🚑

Well, plot twist - it actually is! It’s been part of the National Curriculum since 2020.

Provision varies wildly from school to school. Some students are getting proper first aid training, while others might only get a quick briefing, or nothing at all.

If you have school-aged kids, ask them today: "What have you learned about first aid lately?" You might be surprised by the answer!

Why not ask their school what they’ve taught too?

P.S. If you’re feeling a bit rusty yourself, don't leave it all to the kids. We can help you learn or refresh those life-saving skills.

13/03/2026

Are you still just training the basics in First Aid?

12/03/2026

If you're operating in a large, remote, hazardous site, “standard" first aid might not be enough. When emergency services response times are lengthy, your team becomes the bridge between an incident and a positive outcome.