6. First aid and accidents

What everyone should know

• First aid kit location and contents: Where the first aid kit is located, what it contains and how to administer first aid in case of an accident.
• Emergency services contact: How to contact emergency services.
• Defibrillator (AED) awareness: Where the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is located and how to use it.

First aid for severely injured or unconscious person

Check the person using the DRABC method: Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing and Circulation.

D: Danger

Assess the situation and ensure your safety as well as the safety of the injured person.

R: Response

Check that the person is unresponsive before attempting any treatment.

A: Airway

Open the airway. Is the person breathing? If not, dial 112 (if calling from an internal phone, dial 0-112) and begin artificial respiration immediately using the mouth-to-mouth method or start with chest compressions. Alternatively, use a Defibrillator (AED).

B: Bleeding

Stop any bleeding by applying pressure and raising the injured part of the body.

C: Circulatory shock

Prevent shock by following the above steps. Shock is a life-threatening condition.

After checking the above:

• Place the person in the recovery position (semi-prone position).
• Monitor the person, as changes in their condition may occur quickly.
• If emergency services (SOS Alarm) have not already been contacted, dial 112 (if calling from an internal phone, dial 0-112) and request an ambulance.
• The injured person should be accompanied to the hospital by someone who can provide information about the circumstances of the accident.

Defibrillators

Locate your nearest defibrillator on the map. Everyone should be able to use the defibrillator, as no special training is required.

The defibrillator provides visual instruction on how to properly place the pads, and it also offers verbal guidance (in English) regarding whether a shock is recommended or if you should do cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 

The SAM 500P also provides specific CPR instructions, such as “press harder,” “press slower,” “press faster,” and the desirable “good compressions.”