Premergency First Aid, CPR and AED Manual

1 Introduction to First Aid

Introduction to First Aid Legal Aspects Precautions and Personal Protection Violence and Harassment Communications Resources Emergency Services / Other Services Medical Treatment Transport Emergency Services

How to utilize a bystander

1. Activate 911. 2. Direct traffic.

3. Control bystanders. 4. Make the scene safe. 5. Look for any and all possible patients. 6. Obtain a first aid kit. 7. Provide first aid under your direction. 8. Take notes. 9. Gather the patient’s belongings. 10. Direct emergency services personnel to the scene.

In most parts of North America the population has access to emergency services by calling 911. Local communication centers are staffed by trained call takers and dispatchers who obtain information from the caller and send out necessary Paramedic, Fire or Police responders. There is new protocols specific to dispatch assisted CPR, so allow the 911 communication officer to lead the call.

Use the resources you have in the most efficient way. If you are in control of a scene, then do not let other people try to help independently. Emergency scenes require a coordinated approach to provide safe, appropriate, and effective care.

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