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Why First Aid Courses Are Important for Everyone – Even in the Workplace

Accidents happen when we least expect them, and in many situations, quick and correct first aid can be crucial to the outcome. That is why it is important that both private individuals and employees in the workplace have basic knowledge of first aid. In this article, we explain why first aid courses are an investment in safety – both for yourself and those around you.

What Is First Aid, and Why Is It Important?

First aid is about providing immediate help to a person who is injured or acutely ill, before professional help arrives. Proper first aid can:

  • Saved lives
  • Preventing the worsening of injuries
  • Provide safety to the injured person and the surroundings

In workplaces where physical work takes place, such as construction sites, it is especially important that employees have this competence. Taking a first aid course ensures that there are qualified people who can act quickly if something happens.

First Aid Courses Tailored to Your Needs

At GTM Kompetanse we offer several types of first aid courses adapted to different target groups:

  • First aid course for adults and working life:
    This course provides a thorough introduction to basic first aid such as defibrillation, treatment of injuries, breathing difficulties and unconsciousness. Suitable for anyone who wants to be prepared for unforeseen events.
    See the course here: First aid course

  • First aid course for those responsible for children:
    This course is specifically designed for parents, daycare staff, teachers and others who are responsible for the safety of children. Children have specific needs and challenges that require knowledge of adapted first aid.
    Find the course here: First aid course for those responsible for children

How First Aid Courses Strengthen Your Business

Having employees with first aid skills is not only a legal requirement in many industries – it is also an important part of a good working environment. It creates security and shows that the company takes health and safety seriously. In combination with other courses such as fall protection courses and scaffolding courses, the overall safety is significantly increased.

Rapid Response Can Save Lives

Whether it's a serious injury at work or an unexpected health problem at home, knowing what to do in the first few minutes can be the difference between life and death. That's why first aid training should be a natural part of competency development in all organizations and private lives.

Enroll in First Aid Course Today

Want to be prepared for unexpected situations? Check out our courses and sign up today:

Together we create safety at home, school and in the workplace.

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