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🔥 Fire Safety Tip 📌Tip: Always keep a fire extinguisher within reach and know how to use it. ✅ Remember the PASS technique: P – Pull the pin A – Aim at the base of the fire S – Squeeze the handle S – Sweep side to side Small fires can become disasters quickly. Being prepared saves lives and property. For fire safety trainings contact us on 0760588189 / 0745138802 #FireSafety #FirstAidTip
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Day 4 #EMKFOnKili: Acclimatization Day 🛑 "Pause and Prepare" Today, we took a much-needed break to acclimatise at Horombo Hut to adjust to the altitude and reduced oxygen levels. 🧠 #FirstAidTip: How to respond to seizures - bit.ly/49fU4es 📌 #ClimbForFirstAid
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🩹 First Aid Tip: Treating Minor Burns 🔥 Accidentally touched something hot? Here’s what to do: Cool the burn: Immediately run cool (not cold) water over the burn for at least 10-15 minutes to reduce pain and swelling. #firstaidtip
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#FirstAidTip: Not all bleeding injuries require a tourniquet. Watch this to learn what to do if someone is severely bleeding from their head, neck or chest. You can also sign up for our Until Help Arrives course to learn more lifesaving tips: rdcrss.org/41rgQdI
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Emergency #FirstAidTip: Check that the casualty’s airways is open and remove any obvious obstructions. #FirstAidSavesLives
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#FirstAidtip : Getting a response from an accident victim 📌 Get a response by asking questions and gently shaking their shoulders. #FirstAidSavesLives #EMSUganda 📸@UgandaRedCross #StaySafeug @rnamugera @UNRA_UG #SDGs @GouInfrastruct @MoWT_Uganda #RoadsafetyUg @TRIADUnit
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#FirstAidtip : Keeping the airway open, check to see if the breathing is normal. Look along their chest, and listen and feel for breath on your cheek for up to 10 seconds. #FirstAidSavesLives #StaySafeug @rnamugera @UNRA_UG #SDGs @GouInfrastruct #RoadsafetyUg 📸@UgandaRedCross
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#FirstAidtip: If they are not breathing. Start chest compressions right away. 📌Put one hand on the centre of their chest. Place the heel of your other hand on top of the first and interlock your fingers. Keep your fingers off their ribs. Thread 📷 @UgandaRedCross #Roadsafety
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#FirstAidtip: Emotional support 📌 Fact : Accident victims are extremely shocked. Try keeping them in one place as they calm down so they don’t wander into moving traffic. #FirstAidSavesLives @UgandaRedCross @rnamugera #SDGs @GCICUganda @GouInfrastruct @MoWT_Uganda #RoadsafetyUg
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#FirstAidtip 📌Avoiding moving the casualties from their vehicles unless it is essential and unsafe for them to continue being there. #FirstAidSavesLives #StaySafeug @rnamugera @UNRA_UG #SDGs @GCICUganda @TRIADUnit #RoadsafetyUg 📸@UgandaRedCross
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#FirstAidtip 📌 Carry a first aid kit in your vehicle or travelling bag even if you have had no training yet. It could save a life. A trained first aider can use it. #FirstAidSavesLives #EMSUganda @UgandaRedCross @rnamugera @UNRA_UG #SDGs @GouInfrastruct #RoadsafetyUg
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#FirstAidtip 📌 Never remove a motorcyclist’s helmet unless it is urgent to do so until medical help arrives. #FirstAidSavesLives #EMSUganda @UgandaRedCross #StaySafeug @rnamugera @UNRA_UG #SDGs @GCICUganda @GouInfrastruct @MoWT_Uganda #RoadsafetyUg #yambalahelmet
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#FirstAidtip for bleeding while on the road. 📌Check if there is anything in the wound like glass or debris. Don’t press if you find something embedded in the wound. Avoid pressing on the object. 📌 If there is nothing inside, used firm pressure over the wound.
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#FirstAidtip 📌#SafetyFirst :Always wear medical gloves when touching accident victims. Ensure that you are trained in first aid before using anything in the #carfirstaidkit. Happy New week ahead #FirstAidSavesLives @UgandaRedCross @MinofHealthUG #RoadsafetyUg
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First Aid Tip: #AllergicReactions Symptoms of an allergic reactions: itching, uneven breathing, swelling. If you see someone with these symptoms call 9-1-1 and administer an EpiPen if they have one. #FirstAidTip #StaySafe #SVFD #SidneyVFire
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#FirstAidTip When camping, hiking, kayaking or doing any type of outdoor activity remember to bring a first aid kit. Your kit could include: 🤕Bandages for cuts and scrapes 🐝Anti-Itch treatment ℹ️First Aid info cards Visit rei.com/learn/expert-advice/… for more ideas. #OutdoorSafety
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#FirstAidTip on #HeatStroke When the body fails to regulate its temperature and body temperature continues to rises heat stroke may occur. Signs to watch for include: -Confusion or anxiety -Difficulty breathing -Falling unconscious Visit healthlinkbc.ca/health-topic… for more info.
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🌞This weeks #FirstAidTip is all about #Dehydration Warning signs include headache, dizziness and dry mouth How to prevent dehydration: -Avoid caffeine, sugary drinks and alcohol -Stick to water -Eat hydrating foods Stay safe this summer!😎 #SidneyVFire #SVFD #SummerSafety
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#FirstAidTip ⛑ Cooling a burn quickly is vital to prevent further damage to tissue. The best way to cool a burn is running water! Putting anything else on a burn (such as butter, toothpaste, etc.) will not be as effective in removing heat and stopping the burning process.
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Emergency #FirstAidTip: Check that the casualty’s airways is open and remove any obvious obstructions. #FirstAidSavesLives
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