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Play it Safe
First Aid
7 minutes
Choking
Description
This training covers how to identify a choking situation and take the correct steps to help a victim. You will practice techniques such as back slaps and abdominal thrusts, and learn when to call for emergency services. By the end, you will be confident and prepared to act quickly and safely in a choking emergency.
After this course you can
- Recognize the signs of a choking emergency
- Assess whether the situation is safe before intervening
- Apply the correct technique for back slaps and abdominal thrusts
- Determine when to call emergency services
- Follow the correct step-by-step action plan for a choking victim
- Respond calmly and effectively in a real choking situation
Who is it for?
This training is intended for all employees who may need to respond to a choking emergency in the workplace.
