Firstaider Training

24/08/2025

Voluntary Recall Notice: HeartSine samaritan PAD

HeartSine samaritan PAD is a small, lightweight, portable, battery operated Automated External Defibrillator (AED) designed to treat victims of cardiac arrest.

HeartSine Technologies has initiated a voluntary recall for a specific subset of its samaritan PAD models, due to a manufacturing issue that could impair the device's ability to function or cause failure during use.

if you have one of these devises please click on the following link to see if your device is affected.

https://www.stryker.com/us/en/emergency-care/product-notices/heartsine/fa318-t3/ee.html?mc_cid=e663cff104&mc_eid=ecd762b6ac

13/08/2025

https://www.resus.org.uk/about-us/news-and-events/learner-drivers-quizzed-lifesaving-cpr-skills-theory-test-update #:~:text=Resuscitation%20Council%20UK%20has%20partnered%20with%20the%20DVSA,car%20and%20motorcycle%20theory%20test%20in%20early%202026.

04/08/2025

Understanding the Health And Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
and Why These Regulations Matter -

The Health And Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 set out clear responsibilities for employers. They ensure that every workplace has the right level of first aid provision. These rules apply to all industries and every type of workplace, no matter the size. As a result, no employer can ignore the importance of preparing for medical emergencies.

Conducting a First Aid Needs Assessment:

To begin with, employers must carry out a First Aid Needs Assessment. This assessment identifies the specific risks in the workplace. It also determines the level of first aid coverage required. For example, a small office may need only an appointed person. In contrast, a busy construction site requires fully trained first aiders. Therefore, the assessment becomes the foundation of every first aid plan.

Employers must also consider the number of staff, the nature of their work, and any history of previous accidents. By reviewing these details carefully, they can match their first aid arrangements to the real risks their teams face daily.

Providing the Right Level of Training:

Training forms a crucial part of compliance. In low-risk workplaces, a single appointed person may be enough to oversee first aid needs. However, in higher-risk environments such as factories or warehouses, employers must provide Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work training. This ensures that employees can respond immediately and confidently when accidents happen.

Ensuring Proper Equipment and Facilities:

Alongside trained staff, employers must supply suitable first aid equipment. Kits should be easy to access, clearly marked, and stocked with supplies that match the risks on site. The BS 8599-1:2019 standard gives employers a reliable guide for stocking workplace kits. In high-risk sectors, additional equipment such as Critical Injury Kits may also be required.

Facilities matter too. Some workplaces, especially those with significant hazards, must provide a dedicated first aid room. This space allows employees to receive care in a clean and safe environment.

Staying Up to Date with Health And Safety Guidance:

Employers must also keep up with the latest advice from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The HSE regularly updates its guidance to reflect new risks and best practices. By staying informed, employers can ensure full compliance and avoid costly mistakes.

Consequences of Non-Compliance:

Ignoring these rules brings serious consequences. Employers risk fines, legal action, and damage to their reputation. More importantly, poor first aid provision can turn minor injuries into life-threatening situations. Quick and effective care saves lives, and these regulations make that possible.

Final Thoughts:

In conclusion, following the Health And Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 is not optional. It protects employees, strengthens workplace safety, and ensures that immediate help is always available. By carrying out proper assessments, training staff, and supplying the right equipment, employers create a workplace where safety comes first.

21/07/2025

Would you have known what to do?

Regan Pearson, 32, was playing one of his weekly five-a-side matches at a leisure centre with his work colleagues in Northallerton, when he suddenly collapsed

16/07/2025

"It just makes you realise how fatal it can be."

Perry and Nathan rescued a man at a Yorkshire beauty spot, administering life-saving CPR after pulling him from the water.

Read more: https://bbc.in/4eRWeDR

📸 Getty Images

10/07/2025

In the last year, 124 workers were killed in work-related incidents in Great Britain. HSE's annual data release covers the period from April 2024 to March 2025.

The total of 124 worker deaths is lower than the previous year (138) but remains broadly in line with pre-pandemic levels.

The most common causes of fatal injuries are falls from height (35), being struck by a moving object (18), and being trapped by something collapsing or overturning (17).

The information in this document relates to the latest 'full-year'; statistics on fatal injuries in the workplace, for 2018/19.

28/05/2025

Professor Chamberlain helped to refine and spread the techniques of resuscitation and the training of professionals and the public, going on to write and edit books on the subject.

Tributes have been paid to cardiologist Douglas Chamberlain, with one saying: “He didn’t just save lives. He transformed how we

04/05/2025

Really pleased to have helped you out.

What a fantastic morning for run number 428 here at Northallerton with a bumper number of 187 participants with 39 PBs!!

I’m sure we had more visitors than Andy P from
Alice Holt which we all now know is in Hampshire! Don’t be shy next time and let us know where you travelled from! Congratulations to Ken Harker on his 300 run 👏🏻

As always thank you to all our super star volunteers 🌟 if you’d like to volunteer in the coming weeks just drop us a line

After the event today the core team & some of our junior events run directors had some defibrillator training delivered by the excellent Steve from First Aider Training who gave up his time for free. The defibrillator is part of our essential kit and with us every week but we really don’t want to ever see it out of the Dora the explorer rucksack!

Have a great weekend & see you all next week
Hayley xx

25/04/2025

A big thank you to the staff at Logopak York for hosting us over the last two days. We conducted Qualsafe L3 EFAW training for 19 of their staff.

The training was really well received and all the delegates were keen to get involved with all aspects of the training. We have had amazing feedback from the company and the delegates.

An additional thank you from the trainer for the unexpected goodie bag. Greatly appreciated.

14/04/2025

EASTER CLOSURE:

We will be closing the office at 1700hrs on Wed 16th Apr and reopening at 0900hrs Tue 22nd Apr. Have a lovely extended break.

03/04/2025

Emergency Anaphylaxis Kit:

The Royal Albert Hall made the headlines last month as the first concert venue to install Emergency Anaphylaxis Kits from Kitt Medical. Like a defibrillator, but for Anaphylaxis, these kits are available for educational establishments, and businesses with an occupational health scheme.

Kitt Medical were recently featured on where they impressed with their product and were awarded with a buy in by one of the .

for more information on their products please see: https://kittmedical.com/

01/04/2025

April is Stress Awareness Month:

5 simple steps:

Complete the 5 steps of Health and Safety Executive Working Minds campaign over the course of April to help to prevent stress and support good mental health of your workers:

1. reach out and have conversations
2. recognise the signs and causes of stress
3. respond to any risks identified by agreeing action points
4. reflect on the actions taken – have things improved?
5. make it routine to check back in on how things are going