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Don't let these 5 common mistakes with #respiratoryprotectiveequipment compromise your #safety 1. Choosing the wrong size respirator 2. Using the wrong filters/cartridges 3. Not changing the filters/cartridges often enough (or ever!) 4. Believing all full-face respirators can be worn with facial hair (hint: they can't) 5. Using damaged/dirty RPE At Fit Test Victoria, we can help you you avoid these mishaps, ensuring your team stays #safe and compliant with the AS/NZS 1715:2009. Get in touch with us to book a Respiratory Protective Equipment Course at your workplace. "I didn't know" isn't a excuse. 📲 0428 630 109 📧 info@fittestvic.com.au 🗺 85B Bell Street, Coburg / 12 Natalia Ave, Oakleigh South #construction #mining #engineering #civilengineering #healthandsafety #workhealthandsafety #occupationalhealthandsafety #occupationalhygiene #industrialhygiene #lunghealth #OHS #WHS Click the article to learn how to avoid common mistakes with RPE:

Life-saving game changer streamlines CPR delivery for emergency responders‼️ Automated mechanical chest compression: ✅ can be applied quickly, with interruptions of less than 7 seconds ✅ fatigue, individual variations or psychological factors are removed from CPR ✅ there is no longer a need for switching CPR providers every two minutes ✅ Freeing up hands and reducing chaos around the patient ✅ calming down the scene and buying time to make decisions

If someone around you went into cardiac arrest, would you be able to help? Quick intervention can double or even triple the survival rate of a person in cardiac arrest. TekSolv EHS Professional Mike Cox goes over the six essential steps that you need to know to perform CPR and potentially, save someone's life. #safetytips #CPR http://ow.ly/sor450OGXyZ

Medical news you can use: https://wix.to/jWJRFcT ⏳ While waiting for help, make every second count! Discover the essential steps of a secondary survey in our latest tutorial. Stay informed and stay safe! 🛡️ Share your top safety tips with us! #FirstAidTips #BLS

🛑 When Should You Perform CPR? 🛑 Knowing when to perform CPR can save a life. But when exactly should you step in? 💡 Key Signs Someone Needs CPR: They’re Unconscious: If the person is not responding and isn’t breathing or only gasping, it’s time to act. No Pulse: If you can’t feel a pulse, or you’re unsure, start CPR immediately. Sudden Cardiac Arrest: When the heart suddenly stops beating, every second counts. CPR helps maintain blood flow to vital organs until emergency services arrive. 🚨 The Rule of Thumb: If you’re unsure, it’s always better to act! You can make a difference by starting chest compressions right away. Don’t wait for a professional—YOU could be the reason someone survives. Learn the life-saving steps today. Sign up for a CPR class at www.falconcpr.com and be prepared for an emergency. #learntodaysavealifetomorrow #cpr #chestcompressions #cardiacarrestawareness

Fracture Care: Types, First Aid, Healing Phases, and Prevention

High-Quality CPR, not Low-Quality CPR In a high-quality CPR: Place hand on the lower half of the breastbone The rate of compression must be between 100-120 beats/minute Compress at least 5cm at the center of the chest Allow the chest to recoil so that there will be a negative pressure

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Do you know how to perform CPR? 35,000 Yorkshire students learnt the life-saving skill on #RestartaHeart Day, why not join them and one day you could save a life. If someone goes into cardiac arrest, you should call 999 immediately and begin CPR: - Place your hands on the centre of the person's chest and interlock your fingers. - Use your body weight to push down 5 to 6cm on their chest. - Repeat this at a rate of 2 per second until the person regains consciousness or an ambulance arrives.

In the face of a cardiac arrest, being a bystander can feel overwhelming. However, your immediate action can be crucial in saving a life. Stepping in to perform high-quality CPR requires courage and a willingness to take charge. Remember, every second counts. By acting quickly and effectively, you can become a vital link in the chain of survival, providing critical support until emergency medical services arrive. Don't hesitate to intervene; your actions could make all the difference. Contact Plexsum Testing to schedule a CPR class so you have the confidence to step in if needed.