OK, you stocked up on batteries, water and non perishable food itmes but what else do you need to prepare for a natural disaster. What if I told you that you could take a class and after spending a few hours learning new things and having fun you could save a loved one or a co-workers life? What if this same class could save someone’s life during a natural disaster such as a hurricane or tornado? Would you sign up for the class? If the answer is yes then our CPR, First Aid and AED classes are the perfect classes for you.
Question: Can you help me prepare for natural disasters like hurricanes? Answer: Yes. Much of the first aid portion of our class relates to medical emergencies that can happen while preparing for a hurricane, during the actual hurricane and after the hurricane during clean up. For more information please call us at 561-762-0500 or visit our web site www.TheCPRSchool.com
Question: Who should take this class? Answer: Anyone and everyone that lives in a hurricane prone area. In fact, anyone that lives in an area where hurricanes and/or other natural disasters can occur. This website is focused on Hurricanes but much of the same information could hold true for other disasters such as tornados, snow storms, earthquakes, and even acts of terrorism.
Question: How long is the class? Answer: Class times vary from several hours to a full day depending on the size of the group and what level of training your group requires. We can work with you to design a class that is right for you and your group.
Question: What is an AED and do I need one? Answer: An Automated External Defibrillator or AED is a portable electronic device that automatically diagnoses the potentially life threatening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia in a patient. The AED is able to treat the patient by application of electrical therapy which stops the arrhythmia, allowing the heart to re-establish an effective rhythm. AEDs are designed to be simple so that anyone can use one. Proper use of an AEDs is taught in our CPR first aid classes.
Question: Can I schedule a private class? Answer: Yes, we can arrange private classes. Often people such as public figures, celebrities, and busy executives prefer a more private one on one setting. We can also provide one on one renewal classes. Call to arrange individual training. Call and ask about our One-On-One Certification process.
Question: How do I schedule a class? Answer: The best way to do this is to call us at 561-762-0500. You can also e-mail us at Keith@TheCPRSchool.com.
Our goal is to prepare you for common medical emergencies that may occur while preparing for a hurricane, or other disaster. Listed below are some of these items you should have in your hurricane first aid kit.
12 three inch sterile gauze pads. 3 rolls of 2-inch sterile roller bandages. 3 rolls of 3-inch sterile roller bandages. 3 triangular bandages (to be used as a sling). Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center) Adhesive tape - 1 inch (Hypoallergenic if allergic). After Bite (for relief of itching) Antiseptic spray. Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever Antacid tablet or liquid Automated External Defibrillator or AED Back and Muscle Ache Medicine Bandage scissors - Rounded tip for safety Bar of soap. New in wrapper. Blood Pressure Kit Box of assorted sizes of band aids Butterfly bandages Cellular phone to call 911 for assistance Contact lens supplies Cotton balls Cough, Cold & Allergy Medicines (TheraFlu, Vicks Day Care, Afrin, Vicks nasal inhaler) Disposable safety razor Eye pads First-aid manual Flash Light Gauze pads Glass eye cup (to wash out dust etc. from eye) Headache medicine Heart Burn, Indigestion, Upset Stomach Medicine Hydrogen peroxide for cleaning wounds. Imodium A-D (anti-diarrhea caplets) Insect repellant Iodine, for purifying water and disinfecting wounds. Latex gloves or latex free if allergic to latex Lip balm Listerine Magnifying glass (to see splinters) Moistened towelettes Nail clippers Nail file/emery board Needle, for sewing and removing splinters. Petroleum jelly to relieve itching. Quarters (for pay pones) Rubbing alcohol Safety Pins Salt (get the little packets from a fast food restaurant to use as a salt gargle) Scissors and tweezers. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes. Sterile gauze pads in several sizes, and especially big sizes. Spend extra and get the ones that are individually wrapped. Sunscreen Swiss Army knife-deluxe model Thermometer Three inch sterile gauze roll Tweezers Two-inch sterile gauze roll
Refill all prescription medicines for your family. You should have at least a one week supply. If your pets are taking any medications including tranquilizers you should refill these also.
We provide on site classes for groups all over Florida including the following counties: Alachua, Baker, Bay, Bradford, Brevard, Broward, Calhoun, Charlotte, Citrus, Clay, Collier, Columbia, Dade, De Soto, Dixie, Duval, Escambia, Flagler, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Glades, Gulf, Hamilton, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Holmes, Indian, River, Jackson, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Leon, Levy, Liberty, Madison, Manatee, Marion, Martin, Monroe, Nassau, Okaloosa, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Palm Beach, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, St. Johns, St. Lucie, Santa Rosa, Sarasota, Seminole, Sumter, Suwannee, Taylor, Union, Volusia, Wakulla, Walton, Washington.
Disclaimer: The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in CPR, First Aid and AED use and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course or mention of their name on this site does not represent a specific endorsement by the American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a course do not represent income to the Association.
Question: What is an AED and do I need one?
Question: Can I schedule a private class?
