How to Use a Tourniquet

What Is a Tourniquet? A tourniquet is a medical device used to apply pressure and is used tied tightly around a limb to stop severe bleeding. Tourniquets are only to be used as a last resort when heavy bleeding cannot be stopped by pressure and gauze. When to Use a Tourniquet Accidents that may cause …

Wrapping a hand wound

How to Dress a Wound

No matter the size, you should clean and dress a wound. Washing your hands before and after treating a wound helps reduce the chances of infection and spreading diseases. This blog will teach you how to dress a wound to prevent infection and reduce irritation. Minor cuts and scrapes can be treated at home, while …

survival kit and items for first aid

Emergency Preparedness

When an emergency arises, having a plan and the necessary supplies are the most important resources. Whether it is a natural disaster, a terrorist attack, home fires, nuclear power plant accidents, blackouts, or having to evacuate during wartime, being prepared includes having a kit and plan ready prior to the incident. A survival kit has …

Safety in the Office

Many of us have a pre-conceived notion that when working in an office setting we won’t be hurt; only construction workers and those out in the field have the risk of getting injured. True, while working in an office, there is less of a chance to obtain a life-threatening injury; however, accidents can happen anywhere. …