Life Saving Training

05/12/2025

It’s International Volunteer Day today and this year’s theme is “Every Contribution Matters.”

This theme celebrates the power of collective action and acknowledges that every act of volunteering, big or small, contributes to a stronger and more connected world.

At Life Saving Training, we deeply believe in this value and have been an active part of North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team for the last eight years.

We’d encourage everyone to get involved in volunteering in some form to support your community. ❤️

03/12/2025

02/12/2025

Congratulations to Ian, who requalified as a Mountain Rescue England and Wales Remote Rescue Medical Technician on Sunday - a qualification he’s now held for 7 years!

At Life Saving Training, we’re constantly updating our skills, taking courses and pushing ourselves to be better at what we do. The journey never stops!

Over to Ian:

“It’s always a bit of a relief, especially when you’re the one who teaches and preps others for this exam! 😆

It really reinforces something I’ve said before: if you spend time teaching and assessing others, it’s vital to regularly put yourself back in the learner’s seat. It keeps you sharp, humble and helps you remember what it's like to be on the other side of an assessment.

Thanks to Helena for grilling me on drug indications, contraindications and doses at every opportunity to keep us both sharp throughout the lifecycle of our qualifications - not just before the exam!”

Well done to everyone else who passed too!

28/11/2025

“It has had the most positive feedback from any courses we have booked, not just first aid”!

They were a little bit skeptical to begin with. Can first aid training really be that different from the industry norm they’d experienced (and endured) for years?

Turns out, yes, it really can (and should) be different and much, much better.

Remember, poor training with out of date practices can seriously impact survival rates in emergencies.

A matter of life and death.

This is why we set up Life Saving Training, to challenge the industry standards and to ultimately increase survival rates. Of people, your friends, your colleagues, your loved ones.

It doesn’t need to be difficult. Just simple, memorable training that works in the real world.

Next availability for individual bookings is 10th December in North Shields, or drop us a message to chat about a group course. 👋

27/11/2025

If you, or someone you know has ever had to give CPR, it's vital to ensure there's support afterwards as it's a shocking and traumatic event. We talk about this at the end of every course, but here are a few key points to be aware of:

If the person survives, they may receive further treatment to prevent a cardiac arrest happening again. It's also common for the person to not remember what happened.

If CPR and defibrillation sadly don’t work, know that you still did the right thing. Many factors affect the outcome beyond what you do.

It’s common to feel guilt, doubt or have questions like “What if I’d done more”? You might also feel anger, sadness, shock, anxiety, or exhaustion.

It's essential to seek support. Talk to friends, family or a trusted person about what you experienced.

Do things that help you decompress: a walk, time outside, hobbies, or anything that helps you feel calmer.

Consider professional help: a GP, counsellor or support services (e.g. Mind or Samaritans) if feelings don’t settle.

You can also call 111 and select the Mental Health option.

If you know someone who recently performed CPR, reach out, they may not be ready to talk immediately, but checking in later can mean a lot.

Listen without judgement. Sometimes just letting them share their thoughts helps them process what happened.

To read more, check out this useful resource:

https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/support/support-if-youve-given-cpr

26/11/2025

“The best first aid course I have ever been on and I have been on quite a few!”

“Fantastic course - after having done a previous outdoor first aid course with a different provider, I am definitely leaving this course feeling more confident.”

“After doing first aid every 3 years for a while now, this course has been the best by FAR!”

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25/11/2025

“This incident serves as a very real reminder that anyone has the ability to preserve life. If you have the opportunity to learn CPR or basic first aid please take it. When it comes to situations such as this, every second counts and the power is literally in your hands." - Cumbria Police.

Incredible example of how bystander CPR, prior to the arrival of the emergency services, can be the difference between life and death. ❤️

Big shout out to everyone out there who has completed hands on practical training in CPR. If you haven’t yet, bump it to the top of your to do list! ✅

Members of a group carry out life-saving steps on an unresponsive member of their group.

24/11/2025

First Aid emergencies can happen at any time of the day. 🌙

At any time of the year. 🥶

In all weathers. 🌧️

Be prepared and train for different situations. ⛑️

Winging it is best avoided. 😬

Learn First Aid with Life Saving Training. ✅

Simply put, it works in the real world. 🫶

We’re kicking off the week with Outdoor First Aid and empowering an awesome group of outdoor enthusiasts with life saving skills! 🙌

18/11/2025

Quick shout out from Team Orange, we mean Team LST!

Who wants the last space going on our Outdoor First Aid course on Monday and Tuesday next week?

Well, you’re gonna have to pay for it 😂, but people travel for hundreds of miles to attend, so it’s well worth your pocket money and time.

Not to mention you’ll refill your pockets with life saving knowledge and skills, ready for your adventures, and well, day to day life!

Drop us a message if you’re keen:

Where: Gosforth Nature Reserve
When: 24th - 25th November, 9am-6pm
How much: £140 + VAT (£168)

That’s only £56 a year! (it’s valid for 3 years).

Hopefully see you soon!
Ian and Helena

14/11/2025

Did you know anyone can access public access defibrillators? The clue is in the name! 😃

We spotted one next to Newcastle United's ground at St James’ Park yesterday, which is one of several housed in digital kiosks in Newcastle city centre.

In an emergency, when someone is unresponsive and not breathing, early access to a defibrillator within three minutes, along with good-quality CPR – is absolutely vital. It can genuinely be the difference between life and death.

If you ever need to use one, just call 999, ask for the ambulance service, tell them where you are and they’ll give you the access code.

Anyone can use a defibrillator, so please don’t worry that they’re only for trained professionals. Simply switch it on and follow the voice prompts.

That said, everything feels easier when you’ve had clear, confidence-building training. If you’d like to practise CPR and defibrillator skills so you know exactly what to do in a real emergency, we’re here to help! 👋

11/11/2025

Just give us a shout at info@lifesavingtraining.co.uk or check out our website to book online!

07/11/2025

Did you know this week has been stress awareness week?

Why is being aware of stress, talking about it, and crucially - taking action on stress important?

It’s one of the biggest causes of absence from work, with a massive impact on the wellbeing of individuals suffering from stress, on employers and the wider economy.

This year, the theme of the International Stress Management Association is Optimising Employee Wellbeing through Strategic Stress Management:

“A workplace culture that prioritises growth, support, recognition, and psychological safety is not just advantageous - it’s essential. By actively fostering and sustaining such a culture, organisations empower individuals to succeed while reaping the benefits of a healthier, more productive workforce, creating a win-win for employees and the organisation alike.”

So what can we do? A few highlights:

✅ Think beyond box ticking exercises and look closely at workplace culture.
✅ Particularly if you’re a leader, read up on the fantastic research being done in the world on Psychological Safety.
✅ Consider that Mental Health First Aid training should be mandatory, just like Physical First Aid. We can help!
✅ Encourage open conversations without blame, reduce stigma, and help people to feel safe, like they belong and are heard.
✅ Make time to unwind. It might sound a bit cliche, but if you’re not prioritising time for you, start right now.

On that note, we’ll leave you to consider how you’re going to fit in some happy time this weekend. Here’s one of ours from last week - a midweek beach bimble in Northumberland. Bliss. ❤️