Our philos0phy on Preparation is not about storing up and hiding, but about developing skills. One skill that has been overlooked in our emails has been the need for First Aid and CPR training.
Please forgive this oversight, we’ve focused so much on the home skill set that this was omitted and is as vital as regular lifestyle skills if not more! In an emergency, First Aid and CPR will come in more handy than if you know how to can vegetables.
To find classes for First Aid and CPR contact your local YMCA or Community Extension. The Red Cross has a place where you can search for classes via your zip code on their website . There is even an online course for each . While there are advantages to physically TAKING a course with others, if your only options are on line or none – choose online and get some working knowledge of First Aid and CPR for an emergency.
Until next time, enJOY the journey of becoming perpared.
Best Blessings!
The Millers at Grain Store House, Your Preparation Station
Popular Questions
What should you include in a first aid and CPR preparation action step?
Keep a stocked first aid kit with bandages, antiseptic, gloves, gauze, scissors, and essential medications. Add a CPR barrier device and a flashlight, and check expiration dates on medical supplies regularly. Store the kit where household members can find it quickly and replace anything used after an emergency.
How can you prepare for CPR emergencies at home?
Enroll in a certified CPR and first aid course so you can practice chest compressions, rescue breathing, and choking response. Learn how to contact emergency services, use an automated external defibrillator, and follow dispatcher instructions. Post emergency phone numbers and the home address near phones so someone can call for help without delay.
How often should first aid and CPR skills be reviewed?
Refresh CPR and first aid training according to your certifying organization’s schedule, commonly every two years. Practice key steps between classes with a training manikin or approved instructional materials. Review your emergency plan whenever household members, medical needs, or living arrangements change.
What is a practical first aid and CPR preparation plan for a family?
Assign family members simple roles, such as calling emergency services, retrieving the kit, guiding responders, and caring for children or pets. Teach everyone how to recognize serious bleeding, cardiac arrest, choking, and breathing problems. Run a short drill and record any missing supplies or skills that need additional training.
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