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AM First Aid

Kent-based First Aid Training. Outdoor First Aid, First Aid at Work & Pediatric First Aid.

07/04/2025

Calling outdoorsy people!

Come and learn some essential first aid skills and what to do when things take a turn for the worst.

30/03/2025

During your course we speak about first aid kits. Shop bought and self made.

The items you might want to pack depends on the environment you're in and who you're catering for.

A first aid kit for a mountain leader could be packed differently to a company supplying an office room.

We will speak about items you might not have heard of, such as tourniquets and haemostatic bandages.

29/03/2025

Would you know what to do if you came across someone with an injury like this far away from medical help?

My Outdoor First Aid course takes you through these situations and we discuss courses of action and what treatment to give.

27/03/2025

Teaching CPR techniques to a group of Overland bikers a few weeks ago.

I attended the Overland Event to deliver a couple of workshops in First Aid. I really enjoyed it and I'm sure everyone got something out of it.

26/03/2025

A couple of weeks ago I attended a motorcycle overland travel event. I really enjoy this event as in the past I rode a motorcycle around the world.

It was great to attend this event and deliver some first aid workshops for the bikers.

Here I'm chatting about first aid kits and discussions about what to take. It was interesting to find out what others pack due to the limited space of motorcycle luggage.

24/03/2025

New course dates for the very popular Outdoor First Aid course.

10 - 11 May '25.
£100

An ideal course for any outdoor enthusiast.

This is the full 16hr course over two days which means all you outdoor instructors/professionals can keep your qualifications in date.

27/02/2025

A few more photos from a recent course I delivered.

This was day two of the two day course for Outdoor First Aid. A perfect course for Outdoor enthusiasts and professionals working in the industry.

I really enjoy teaching this course.

26/02/2025

This is such a great course for any outdoor enthusiast/professional.

The Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid.

It's a 2 day (16hr) course and is great for anyone out there doing their walking awards.

The next course date will be released real soon. 🤙

20/02/2025

The Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid.

This course was delivered at the weekend to a great group of people.

It's always good fun teaching this course. These photos are from day one of the two day course.

A load of improvisation with kit you might be carrying, CPR techniques and a few practical scenarios. 👍

16/01/2025

Picture this: you're out there, setting up your tent with a hefty hammer, and your finger gets a taste of the action. Or maybe, you're navigating through rocky terrains, and a boulder decides it's time to get up close and personal. We're talking about when parts of you get compressed between hard places.

Treatment for casualties that have been crushed for LESS THAN 15 MINUTES

- Immediate Release: Try to free the person from what's pressing on them as soon as possible, but only if it's safe.

- Prioritise First Aid: Adhere to primary first aid principles by addressing: Breathing, Bleeding, Burns and breaks.

- Shock Prevention: Monitor for signs of shock, take steps to prevent it and closely observe vital signs.

- Emergency Services: Call emergency services quickly to get professional medical help.

Treatment for casualties that have been crushed for MORE THAN 15 MINUTES

- Immediate Notification of Emergency Services: It is important to contact the emergency services without delay.

- Maintain Status Quo: Don't try to move the object that's pressing down. Moving the person or the object could make things worse.

- Monitor Vital Functions: Keep a close watch on the individual's breathing and level of consciousness.

- Provide Reassurance: Keep reassuring the person to help them feel less scared and anxious.

- Shock Management: Watch out for symptoms of shock and start treating them if needed.

If someone is crushed for over 15 minutes, harmful toxins can build up in their muscles. When they're freed, these toxins can enter the bloodstream, causing serious problems and possibly making things much worse.

In summary, deciding when to free someone from a crush injury outdoors needs quick thinking and carefulness. You have to quickly understand the situation, know the risks, and be ready to help more or get medical care. If it's safe, you should free them quickly to lessen the pressure and lower the chance of serious problems. But, you must always make sure you don't make things worse.

Stay safe, stay prepared, and keep exploring the outdoors!

27/12/2024

Good day to you all. A little video update about my next course.

Have a great weekend. 🤙

Address

Rochester

Telephone

+447478218713

Website

https://amfirstaid.co.uk/

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