Check for a response. Gently tap or flick the sole of the baby’s foot. Never shake a baby. If there is no response, shout for help. Place the baby on a firm surface. Open the baby’s airway by placing one hand on their forehead and gently tilt the head back. Place the tip of your […]
Read MoreThe way you preform CPR varies dependent on if the casualty is an adult, child or infant. Today we look at how to perform CPR on a child (from one year to puberty). Check for a response Gently shake the child’s shoulders and ask loudly: ‘Hello, can you hear me?’ If there is no response, […]
Read MoreCPR is essential in surviving from a cardiac arrest. The first three minutes after a cardiac arrest are the most important meaning bystander intervention is critical for survival. Check for a response. Gently shake the casualty’s shoulders and ask loudly: ‘Hello, can you hear me?’ If there is no response, shout for help. Open the […]
Read MoreWe want to teach young people who might not otherwise have access to first aid training how to save lives, enabling them to be responsible citizens and effective contributors to society.
Read MoreWould you know what to do if someone in your workplace was suffering from a mental health problem? Learn the skills to help someone in distress.
Read MoreNotice is hereby given that the 2018 Annual General Meeting of St Andrew’s First Aid will be held in Stirling Court Hotel, University of Stirling, Stirling, FK9 4LA on Sunday 28 October 2018 at 12.00 noon
Read MoreIn 2017 Douglas Graham from Largs took home the First Aid Hero of the Year award, which is awarded to a person who has saved a life, helped save a life through delivery of first aid, or made an extraordinary first aid achievement.
Read MoreGraham is a committed volunteer who has consistently shown exemplary commitment to the organisation. Known as ‘Papa Smurf’ he has earned the respect of his peers and always strives to achieve a high standard of excellence in everything he does.
Read MoreWe recently caught up with Ryan and discovered he had used his first aid skills to help another casualty since winning the Young First Aid Hero of the Year.
Read MoreIn 2017 Ross Stockton was presented with this award in recognition of his commitment to the charity and first aid in general.
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