cpr/first aid for crew leaders

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northernsvcs

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just wondering if anybody that has crew leaders (owner not on site) makes them go through basic first aid/cpr training, either in house our out. just wondering how prepared people are for an emergency.

also what kind of first aid kit are you carrying around?
are you prepared for a massive cut or was the first aid kit bought at homedepot? ( like does it have traumadressings...)
 
It's mandatory for our crew that anyone who goes out on a tree crew has current first aid and CPR. We carry a couple of loggers first aid kits in the truck, which is packed with lots of gauze. Thank God we've never had to use it, but everyone is and should be prepared for an emergancy. If only one person is trained, what happens if thats the one that gets hurt? I just don't see any reason for people not to be educated in First aid and CPR.
 
WE try our best to keep everyone current. Also part of the safety program should be doing "what if" scenarios. Run through some mock accidents and what responses should be.Minutes matter!
 
Lately I've noticed an increase in AR workshops. This has great potential if proper rescue/First Aid is incorporated into the session. Too often our industry focuses on just rigging and removal of the victim and doesn't pay attention to proper patient assessment and care.

Taking an advanced FA class would server anyone, whether they worked as an arbo or not, a lot better than spending too much time just learning AR. If there is only a small piece of the time pie that can be spent on training consider taking more first aid classes. In the end, you'll be better prepared for any emergency whether it's off the ground, at the park or around your home.
 
everyone on my crew is CPR certified, we receieved this because of our persuit for our ehap cert. We are also first aid certified. Luckily we have not had to use any of these but it is comforting to know its there in case of an emergency
 
The First Aid/CPR training is a pretty cheap investment in our line of work but it actually goes farther than just work applications. Back in the '90's I had a couple of guys that worked for me that didn't want to go to the FA/CPR course on a Saturday(yes they were going to be paid to attend)because they didn't think they would need it. I pointed out that their fathers had recently had heart attacks and that by attending the class they just might be able to save thier fathers lives down the road, changed their minds in a hurry and they both went. My son used to maintain his Life Guard certification and stayed FA/CPR certified...and I'm sure the Marines are providing some FA training to him also...and unfortunatley I have a feeling he will use it.
 
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Has anyone taken FA classes beyond the four hour minimum?

There is a huge benefit to taking Advanced FA or First Responder.

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I haven't taken anything more advanced beyond the minimum. What would the benefits be?
 
Learning better assessment and treatment practices.
Learning when, why and how to prepare for moving a victim.
Confidence in your skills.

Take a look at the various NOLS curriculm:

http://www.nols.edu/wmi/courses/wildfirstresponder.shtml

Wilderness first responder is a good class. Once a climber is above the reach of an extension ladder, around 35' or so, they are in a wilderness setting. Out of reach of most rescue. That demands a completely different mind-set and skill-set.
 
Thats on the giant list of things to start this summer. I want to become atleast EMT 1 or 2. EMT 3 and paramedic is just a bit outside of my reach and desire at this point. If the information I read was correct EMT 1 is emobilization and advanced first aid. EMT 2 is just a bit of a bump up from that.
 
depends on where u are. here in IL we got
first aid
first responder
emt-b - basic life support
emt-i - begging of advanced life support, i.v. no drugs, advanced airway
emt-p drugs shocking ... whole shabang

i think anything above emt b for us is a waste of time, because u can't use any advanced skills unless you are on a liscensed rig ( ambulance, fire truck...)
personally - im a paramedic ( but that is my full time job so it was worthe the extra year and half of school)
 
I took oec, 80hr outdoor emergency care. Great course I can use year round.

I'm a ski patroller in the winter.

I now bring my patroller pack (red with white cross, easy to locat) with me in my truck every where. It does not have a lot, but it has the needed stuff for really bad accidents. I make the people I work with feel better.
 
Some of this subject matter was covered a week or two ago in the General Discussion forum...First Aid Kits.I broached the subject of training,testing,and certification through the American Red Cross.There was some really good input on that thread. I am an arborist,and also a ski patroller at a resort that sees a goodly amount of trauma...some medical as well, enough to keep our medical skills up! Outdoor Emergency Care gives you the training to develop the skills neccesary to calmly,professionaly manage emergency situations.
 
I just ordered some of this for my kit.


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Hey MB! Thats a pretty good idea including this in your kit,If this stuff actually stops arterial bleeds it/you have the ability to save lives.I checked it out on your previous TREEHOUSE posting last week. I have been a pro first responder winter season (there is a starvation season for treework in Vermont) for four years,and I have never used blood coagulation products such as this.I will add some to my kit and find out if it is approved in Vermont for outdoor emergency care providers if so i will suggest we use it on the mountain.Beranek said you were an old schooler (old school is the best school),this is a great new idea!
 
What if the crew leader gets hurt? All my guys are First Aid/cpr trained and a few of us are Wilderness first aid trained. THAT was a great course to take, highly recommended.

Training is cheap compared to the consequences.
 
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