Things You Need to Do During a Fire
Last year, wildfires in California destroyed thousands of acres of land across the northern and southern portions of the state. These wildfires spread quickly and led to mandatory evacuations in many cities and towns. They also have raised questions about how people can handle the dangers associated with fire emergencies. The California wildfires ultimately may […]
Want to Save a Life in 2018? Why You Need to Get CPR-Certified
2018 has arrived, but it’s not too late to make a New Year’s resolution. If you resolve to become certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), you could make 2018 a year you won’t soon forget. Ultimately, there are many reasons why you need to get CPR-certified this year, and these include: CPR may prove to be […]
Safety Tips You Should Be Teaching Your Children
For parents, it is never too early to teach kids about safety. If you allocate the necessary time and resources to educate your children about assorted safety issues today, you could help minimize risk down the line. Now, let’s take a look at five safety tips that every parent should teach his or her children. […]
Maximizing Your Safety for Holiday Travels
Planning to celebrate the holiday season with loved ones? You’re not alone, and as such, you may encounter lots of traffic as you travel from Point A to Point B. The holiday season is one of the most popular long-distance travel periods of the year. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) points out long-distance travel […]
Emergency Concerns: Here’s What You Need to Know
In an emergency situation, what are your biggest concerns? A recent Instamotor survey of more than 2,000 California residents examined this question in detail, and key findings from the survey included: Earthquakes (33%) topped the list of emergency concerns among respondents, followed by terrorist attacks (29%). 53% of respondents said they are not prepared […]
5 Holiday Safety Tips
The holiday season is upon us, which means family celebrations, gift shopping and many fun-filled activities and events are on the way. Safety, however, often gets lost in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. This holiday season, don’t leave safety to chance. If you start planning for the holiday season today, you should […]
The Lifeguard
Becoming a lifeguard at a beach or pool carries with it a lot of responsibility. It is exciting and rewarding to be part of a team whose job it is to allow folks to enjoy their summer time in the water, safely. What does it take to become a lifeguard? Read on at our blog!
Signs That Your Baby is Choking
How do you know if your infant is choking? Infant CPR saves lives! Learn from us at SureFire CPR!
Safety Rules for Evacuations
Earthquakes, hurricanes and other natural disasters can cause substantial damage in short periods of time. They may even lead local officials to evacuate cities and towns to help limit the potential loss of life in these life-threatening situations. If an emergency happens and an evacuation follows, what should you do? Ultimately, understanding how to respond […]
A Day in the Life of a Medical Emergency Expert
No two medical emergencies are exactly alike. However, emergency responders are expected to know exactly what to do in all medical emergencies, at all times. Without the right skills and training, emergency responders will struggle to administer life-saving support to those in need. According to one medical emergency expert, working in EMS is like riding […]
Everyday Heroes You Need to Know About
Do you have the confidence to respond to an emergency? Unfortunately, most people don’t know what to do in an emergency. But a small group of individuals knows exactly how to handle emergencies and will put their lives in danger to save others. Heroes are a rare breed. They possess a unique combination of life-saving […]
Safety Tools That Every Office Should Have
Accidents can happen in any office, at any time. In fact, a recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Survey of Occupational Illnesses and Injuries revealed approximately 3 million non-fatal injuries and illnesses affected private industry workers and 722,000 impacted state and local government workers in 2014. Now, just imagine how much lower these figures might […]
How Prepared are You for an Emergency Situation? [Quiz]
If an emergency happens, how will you respond? The answer to this question may vary depending on an individual’s emergency preparedness skills and training. However, with the right approach, anyone can become a life-saver in an emergency. Ultimately, it pays to plan ahead for disease outbreaks, natural disasters and other emergencies. If you understand what […]
A Walk a Day Keeps CPR Away
So does an apple, or so it is said…
Have you considered the benefits of taking a walk today? Now that spring has officially made its entrance into 2012, sidewalks are being deluged upon by walking enthusiasts. What a great sight – the event of warmer days and a desire to be outside and moving.
Essential Safety Items to Pack When Going Camping
Camping is one of the most popular American outdoor activities. From pitching a tent in the backyard to extensive trips to national parks, camping is an excellent way to have fun and create memories. And to make sure those memories are fond ones, you’ll want to be prepared as you head into the great outdoors. […]