The Importance of AEDs, CPR, and First Aid Training In the fast-paced environment of today’s businesses, the safety and well-being of employees should be a top priority. Accidents and medical emergencies can happen at any time. Having the right tools and knowledge in place can make a significant difference in saving lives. This blog explores […]
Premier Aquatic Services not only offers swim lessons and lifeguard services, we also train others. Through our swim instructor training programs, participants learn the skills they need to start their careers as a swim instructor. The purpose of our American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program is two-fold: To learn how to help others […]
Children fall. Bumps and bruises are simply a part of the childhood experience. However, especially for young athletes, some types of falls and hits can cause a serious condition: a concussion. Concussions aren’t a newly identified condition; we’ve all heard about them for years and years. However, in more recent years, the medical community has […]
It’s National CPR-AED Awareness Week, and people across the country are taking the time to stop and recognize the importance of CPR-AED training and certification. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, commonly known as CPR, is a lifesaving technique that can be administered to someone during an emergency. CPR is commonly used on a person who has drowned or […]
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare – suddenly his or her child’s throat begins to swell and the child can’t breath. Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life threatening allergic reaction. For some, it can occur within seconds or minutes of exposure to an allergen, and it can vary in its severity. According to the Asthma […]
Many people call themselves babysitters, but what does that really mean? Babysitters, nannies, childcare specialists – there are many titles that describe the role of an individual who cares for your child when you are away. However, there is no standardization for the skills required to be classified by any of those titles. Regardless of […]
No one likes to think about the possibility of a disaster striking their home or community, but the reality is that it could happen. Families can minimize the fear and uncertainty and increase the chances that each family member remains safe by developing a family emergency response plan. There are three important questions to consider […]
Four out of five sudden cardiac arrests happen at home, according to the American Heart Association. With nearly 383,000 sudden cardiac arrests happening outside of a hospital each year, that’s a scary statistic. What’s even worse is that nearly 70% of American bystanders feel helpless in the event of a cardiac arrest emergency because they […]
Swimming is one of the most popular low-impact sports in the U.S., but that doesn’t mean you can’t get hurt. There are two common reasons swimming injuries occur: fatigue leading to poor technique and repetitive motion causing strain. Most swimming-related injuries develop over time. Therefore, whether you are a competitive swimmer or simply enjoy swimming […]