Safety-Educators

01/15/2026

One of the things that Safety-Educators does is EMS instruction, and for altered mental status situations, there are two tools as first responders that we can use in our assessment and documentation: AVPU and GCS. The first is easy, as it's just four items; if the patient doesn't respond to your greeting, you are practically at the destination (alert vs responds to voice vs responds to pain vs unresponsive). It's possible to teach this tool to non-EMS folks who take a first aid class, as it's otherwise easy enough to gauge.

GCS (Glasgow Coma Scale) is the other, and is a bit trickier. The Wikipedia entry on this is actually good (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glasgow_Coma_Scale), as it shows the parameters in a grid. I asked a student today how they gauge mentation. The student never heard the word 'mentation' before (insert cringe, but like always, turn a negative into a positive). My question was not meant to be condescending, but concise. Words matter, and as the education system continues to erode critical thinking, I was fortunate to be able to help the student not just with a new word, but to apply the logic of the scale to a patient assessment scenario and help to make them a better provider. Now, when they take a patient to the hospital, they are able to say with authority that the patient's mentation shows a specific GCS rating (along with a better assessed AVPU rating). In other words, helping the student to be the boss that they should talk like, as the makes for better care.

11/26/2025

Bystander CPR can be encouraged via quantitative proof; it is literally one of the key components to improving survival with cardiac arrest. Teaching the element of 'care' however, is something that is inherent in the student who chooses to take a class to learn more, and is not something that can be taught. We have tried to acknowledge to all of our students that you can't teach 'care'; it either exists or it does not. That is not some corporate BS mantra that we must state; it is just an axiom of life. If you CARE to learn how to help others, then you will CARE to learn how to do so, and help anyone that is in need of help. We applaud those who CARE to help their fellow human being, and those who care to work in a patient-facing environment in a time of the most confusion with healthcare information. Caring is all encompassing. We don't choose the recipient of assistance; that aspect is chosen for us. Choosing to help others is one of the noblest of human qualities, and we strive to foster that.

11/08/2025

We will be adding some defensive classes to the mix of offerings next year (i.e. CPR/First Aid with American Heart Association, American Red Cross). NRA, USCCA, things to help you feel more confident with your 2Amendment rights. Basic pistol, rifle, shotgun, range safety officer, and concealed carry (both general and Maryland Concealed Carry). We are a MD CC authorized provider, but more importantly, we are an avenue to an appreciation that lasts a life time. The more you train, the more you move closer to assurance of capability. Today's world is chock full of short-term feed, but training helps to building a long-term satiation. Please msg directly for class offerings, for CPR, First Aid, Firearm Safety (NRA and USCCA) and more.

10/26/2025

When an incident begins, you are your own first responder. Build your self-reliance with skills that can help you to save lives, whether your own or others. Safety-Educators offers classes and certifications in CPR, First Aid, Bleeding Control, Basic Pistol/Rifle/Shotgun, Maryland Concealed Carry, and more. If you are caught off guard, then boost your guard with skills and training. Call/text/msg today with your questions on how you can be a better responder, and a better citizen.

10/08/2025

As the AHA is about to release the new guidelines for the next five years, Safety-Educators continues to help train and certify many on the best practices for being the best provider that they can be. :)

09/17/2025

We can teach you how to better respond to help your fellow human being, but we can't teach you how to care. We applaud anyone who wants to learn or refine their skills with helping others, because they already have that special component that can't be taught. It is inherent in them. First responders don't pick their patients, they instead react with help for someone in need. Let's help you to be a better first responder!

08/14/2025

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At the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…

07/23/2025

Aug 20th, Stop The Bleed class, at the Adams County Sport Handgun Association range clubhouse. Sponsored by Smokin Barrel Tactical and Safety-Educators.

07/19/2025

Aug 2nd, 10am-1pm, a NSSF First Shots event at the Adams County Sport Handgun Association range.

07/13/2025

Much to catch up on now with The Official Gettysburg Bike Week 2025 wrapped up, but kudos must go to the amazing Jen Shade and Jene Smiley Gilchrist, with Miss Pennsylvania Victoria Vespico Miss Pennsylvania helping to get the crowd wound up. Their energy and enthusiasm helped to make this another significant year for donating to a wonderful cause. Our friends at Guitar Center Harrisburg (thank you Lane!) provided the guitar, and every artist playing GBW 2025, and every possible staff and support member put their energy and mark via their signature on that guitar. That grass roots effort will carry a long way towards helping others. Thank you Tom with Elevated MSP (https://elevatedmsp.com) for your contribution!

07/07/2025

https://events.usconcealedcarry.com/classes/pa/gardners-should-i-shoot/ee094a00-4301-11f0-b6b8-c2f3a6faee3d

06/22/2025

...firearm safety classes available with the best programs...