MN Safety Services, LLC

07/07/2017

It has been very busy here this June
From May 24 to June 28 we have conducted:
5 Blended learning Water Safety Instructor (WSI) course
1 Lifeguard instructor course (LGI)
1 Lifeguard Training course
1 Waterfront Module
1 Lifeguard Training Review course
1 Adult/Child CPR/AED plus First Aid course
1 United States Power Squadron Man Over Board Seminar
1 United States Practical on the Water Seminar
1 County Staff Canoe Safety in-service
And went to Denver to attend the USA Swimming Safety Meeting

03/29/2017

08/07/2015

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/08/150804100251.htm

Increasing life jacket wear by only 20 percent would have saved 1,721 out of 3,047 boaters involved in accidents between 2008 and 2011, scientists say, a finding that could be used to argue for regulations requiring use of the safety devices.

05/14/2015

Just got off the computer after an hour long WebEx with the Red Cross.
I have been in Water Safety for 35 years and I have never heard the statement that drowning is the number two cause of unintentional deaths in children 4 and under, with number one being birth defects. Automobile accidents were always the number one cause of unintentional deaths in children. With the overall drowning rates declining, I have to believe that car seats and other safety futures in modern cars actually work.

06/14/2012

Bee sting? Burn yourself in the kitchen? Now you can carry American Red Cross first aid tips with you in your smart phone. Download their FREE app today.

The American Red Cross helps prepare communities for emergencies and keep people safe every day thanks to caring people who support our work. Please support your local Red Cross.

06/12/2012

"While drownings, both fatal and nonfatal, have been declining for decades in the United States, they remain the second leading cause of injury-related deaths, after motor vehicle accidents, of children of all ages. In an overwhelming majority of cases, these tragedies are preventable if youngsters and their guardians have greater respect for the water and take well-established precautions." Jane Brody/New York Times

While drownings have been declining for decades in the United States, they remain the second leading cause of injury-related deaths.

11/23/2011

Yes, it's getting cold out. No, the ice is not yet safe to walk on. Be sure to remind kids of this.

MINNEAPOLIS - Statistics show that most of the victims who die in fatal ice accidents in Hennepin County each year are children.

06/28/2011

Planning to be around water this holiday weekend? Read these tips to stay safe in home pools, lakes, and rivers - grab the sunscreen and have fun!

06/09/2011

It is unfortunate to be reminded in this way, but regardless of age or swimming ability, you should never let anyone swim without someone else watching.

LAKE MINNETONKA, Minn. -- Authorities are investigating a pair of near-drownings that took place in west metro pools Sunday evening.

06/03/2011

You just never know when your training will be needed.

Mark Schrader was eating lunch at Chipotle when a woman sitting at the table next to him started choking on her burrito. Donna Taylor got a piece of steak caught in her throat, and began gasping for breath.

01/21/2011

Has anyone told you it's cold today? Be safe out there- you know the routine: Cover as much skin as you can with warm clothing, hats, scarves and mittens (better than gloves for staying warm), and recognize frostbite warning signs: gray, white or yellow skin discoloration, tingling or numbness. And don't forget your pets- they can also get frostbite if outside for too long!

01/10/2011

Know anyone who is interested in learning how to teach swimming lessons? We'll be teaching several Water Safety Instructor classes this winter: New Brighton starts Jan 15, Eden Prairie starts Feb 6, Watertown starts Feb 20. Need more info? 952.470.4156

12/06/2010

Is your CPR certificate about to expire? Know someone whose is? We've got a review class coming up in Shorewood next Monday the 13th.

View MN Safety Services' schedule of CPR and First Aid training courses and register with a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover.

10/05/2010

Excelsior Fire District Open House, this Thursday, 6-8pm- free food, fabulous information booths, great safety advice, fire truck rides, demonstrations and more! Stop by our booth and say 'hi'!

Events for the Excelsior Fire District - In Partnership with the cities of Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood and Tonka Bay

09/29/2010

Looking forward to the Excelsior Fire District Open House next week. Hope to see you there!

Events for the Excelsior Fire District - In Partnership with the cities of Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood and Tonka Bay

09/16/2010

How many of you had moms who told you to tip your head back when you had a bloody nose? Moms are seldom wrong, but this is one of those times! Lean forward while pinching your nose- this prevents you from swallowing blood, which can irritate your stomach.