Simple skills save lives

First aid is a crucial aspect of workplace safety. It can save lives and prevent injuries from becoming worse. By having trained employees and proper first aid equipment on hand, businesses can create a safer work environment for everyone.

According to the Health and Safety Executive, there were 69,208 non-fatal injuries to employees reported by employers in 2019/20 in the UK. Of these, 29% were slips, trips or falls on the same level, and 19% were handling, lifting or carrying injuries. Having trained first aiders in the workplace can help to reduce the severity of these injuries and potentially save lives.

Learning basic first aid skills can be incredibly valuable in emergency situations. Some simple first aid skills include how to perform CPR, how to stop bleeding, how to treat burns, and how to recognize the signs of a heart attack or stroke. By having these skills, you can potentially save a life or prevent an injury from becoming worse

Businesses can help by providing first aid training to their employees and ensuring that there are enough trained first aiders on site. They can also make sure that there is proper first aid equipment available, such as first aid kits and defibrillators. By prioritizing workplace safety and investing in first aid resources, businesses can create a safer work environment for everyone.