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10/31/2023

Some last minute safety tips before the ghosts and goblins go out tonight doing their trick-or-treating. Have a safe night everyone!

Halloween Safety Tips

08/30/2023

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08/02/2023

This is one of the reasons why I had most of the Mayflower Council 2023 Jamboree leaders trained in CPR and WFA!

From the view of the adult Scouting volunteers watching from the bus, it was clear that something was wrong with the driver of the car in front of them.

06/08/2023

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04/16/2022

If an individual appears to be injured, it’s important to complete an assessment of the scene and the person. This allows you to quickly identify life-threatening conditions and other medical problems to ensure the person receives timely medical care.

Here’s how to perform a first aid assessment for a responsive person.

Start by assessing the person’s responsiveness and breathing, active EMS and send someone to get the first aid kit and an AED.

If the person is breathing and responsive, ask for consent to help the person and quickly assess for life-threatening conditions.

While waiting for EMS, consider performing a secondary assessment to gather more information.

Ask the person to describe the problem. You may need to ask about their symptoms to help determine what might be going on.

Look for medical identification jewelry. If the person is unable to speak or becomes unresponsive, medical jewelry can provide vital information. Look for a small emblem or a tag worn on a bracelet or necklace containing inscriptions related to diabetes, epilepsy, food or drug allergies, and bleeding disorders.

Visually assess the person from head to toe. Use the acronym DOTS to guide you. Look for Deformities and Open injuries. Ask about Tenderness and Swelling. Provide appropriate first aid for any identified problems.

Try to identify the mechanism of injury. This is the way in which the person sustained the injury. For example, they might have been in a bicycle crash, had an environmental exposure or been hit by a falling object in the workplace. This can help you predict the potential presence and severity of injuries.

Continue to reassess scene safety, responsiveness, breathing and the effectiveness of provided first aid until someone with more advanced training takes over or EMS arrives.

Remember to relay any information you’ve gathered throughout your assessments.

GET FIRST AID TRAINING
Do you know how to treat severe, life-threatening bleeding? How should you treat a person with a possible head, neck or spinal injury? Should you remove an impaled object?

First aid training can prepare you for all of these emergency scenarios and many more. To take a First Aid class near you, please contact NESS today!

04/16/2022

CPR, AED and First Aid training is designed to prepare you to respond to a variety of emergency situations. But what is it really like to respond and perform CPR? And how do lay responders process and carry the weight of their heroic actions?

A recent Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation newsletter highlights the importance of understanding the psychological impact lay responders often experience while witnessing and responding to a cardiac emergency.

“There is extensive research about the effectiveness of bystander CPR, as well as some work on the amount and type of training that seems to be most effective. However, only a few studies have been conducted to understand the reasons why people do or do not take action to perform CPR if they witness a cardiac arrest, and what it is really like, from the rescuer’s perspective, to respond in a cardiac arrest emergency.”
Understanding the rescuer’s perspective is a crucial step toward improving training and increasing bystanders’ willingness to act — all with the goal of raising the rate of bystander CPR.



PERFORMING CPR ON YOUR LOVED ONES
Responding to an emergency can have a physical, mental and emotional impact on the rescuer no matter who the victim is. But when it’s someone you know, it can be even more overwhelming in the moment and in the aftermath of an emergency.

Most out-of-hospital cardiac arrest cases occur in a home or private residence. Therefore, CPR skills are most likely to be used on family members or other loved ones.

This was the case for Captain Rafael Valero, a repeat HSI student with approved Training Center Abu Dhabi Aviation. Here’s how he was able to use his workplace CPR training to save his young son.

“Last November while on vacation, my 5-year-old son stopped breathing for reasons unknown at that time. The fact was that he was unconscious and not breathing. His lips turned blue, and his eyes were wide open. He had his teeth clenched. Without delay, I gave him CPR on the floor… Then I saw him coming back with a gasp. His lips started to turn back to normal color. He came back conscious and by the time paramedics arrived, he was breathing on his own, just looking sleepy… It’s been three months and he has been having a normal life. He’s going to school and playing football. I’m sharing because I feel fortunate and grateful to have received training from you multiple times. Even when I didn’t follow the drills by the book, somehow I knew what to do and I reacted positively and timely and used all the tips received during training.”
Testimonials like his help us better understand rescuers’ perspectives and reinforce the importance of learning CPR and other lifesaving skills that can be used in the workplace, at home or out in the community.

12/23/2021

Although Christmas tree fires aren’t common, they can grow very fast and cause significant human and property damage.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Christmas tree fires cause an average of two deaths, 12 injuries and $10 million in direct property damage each year.

So, it’s important to take precautions during and after the holidays.

CHRISTMAS TREE SAFETY DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Here are some safety protocols to consider putting in place, even if you’ve had your Christmas tree on display for a while now.

1. Place the tree at least three feet away from any heat source. This includes fireplaces, radiators, flame candles, heat vents and lights.

2. Don’t block an exit with your Christmas tree. If a fire or other emergency occurs, your family might need an alternative exit path to remain safe.

3. Continue to add water to your tree stand every day. A well-watered Christmas tree burns at a much slower rate than a dried-out tree.

CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL SAFETY TIPS
The holidays are a busy time, but it’s important to properly dispose of your Christmas tree once it begins to dry out or after the holidays when you no longer use it.

The NFPA states that approximately 30% of Christmas tree fires take place in January. This is because dried-out Christmas trees become more and more flammable over time, causing a serious fire risk.

So, the longer you keep one in your home, the more of a fire hazard it becomes.

Here are some quick disposal tips to remember come January:

1. Don’t leave your tree in your home or garage longer than necessary.

2. Don’t place or lean your tree outside against a structure.

3. Check with your local community to find a Christmas tree recycling program. You might have access to free drop-off locations or be able to arrange for yard waste pick-up services.

4. Research smart ways to recycle your Christmas tree into habitat areas for wildlife or use them as mulch for your own gardens.2. 2

06/15/2021

CPR and First Aid Training After COVID!

Now that the “State of Emergency” has been lifted in Massachusetts, some of you are probably wondering how does that effect CPR/First Aid training?

Even though mask restrictions have been limited or removed and capacity size has increased in facilities, we are still going to carry out various precautions to make sure ALL of our students are safe. This allows students to continue in learning important life-saving skills, but in a safe manner. With that, here are some of our updated practices during our classes/courses:

1. Live-Classes: We still start to have “Live Classes” in small groups. Actual group size will be determined based on the needs of the class.
2. Virtual or Blended-Learning: These training platforms will still be available upon request.
3. Started to offer Remote Skills Verification! Remote Skills Verification (RSV) give your employees the freedom doing online learning for CPR/AED and/or First Aid with live, online remote skills verification. With RSV, students benefit from real-time feedback and guidance from instructors to correctly demonstrate the required skills and complete certification. This goes back to the above practice.
4. Each student will practice skills (CPR, First Aid and AED) on their own manikin; no sharing of manikins.
5. Each CPR manikin will have their own face shield
6. At the end of each class, all equipment will be cleaned and sanitized.

As always, we will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and will follow guidance from public health officials and government agencies. This will allow to continue in supporting our customers and communities as needed. We will also monitor recommendations from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross and other training organization regarding CPR and First Aid training.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at: 508-624-9195!

Founded in 2001, NESS specializes in Health & Safety Training like CPR/AED, First Aid & much more!

06/15/2021

National Safety Month: Workplace Fatalities and Injuries!

The most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a total of 5,333 fatal work injuries in 2019, which represents the highest number of workplace fatalities since 2007. Meanwhile, private industry employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses.
For National Safety Month, let’s take a deeper look at these important workplace findings.

WORKPLACE FATAL INJURY DATA
The U.S. workforce experienced the largest number of occupational deaths in over a decade. So, it’s important to look at the data to better understand which industries and populations are most vulnerable to these tragic events.
Here’s a summary of key findings from the 2019 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries:
• One U.S. worker died every 99 minutes from a work-related injury.
• Occupational fatalities for workers aged 55 and over increased by 8% compared to 2018. This is the largest number of fatalities ever recorded for this age group.
• There was a 13% increase in fatalities for Hispanic and Latino workers.
• The private construction industry saw a 5% increase in fatalities.
• Workplace deaths due to su***de and unintentional overdoses slightly increased in 2019.
Some of the most common fatal work injuries include transportation incidents, with a total of 2,122 reported cases in 2019.

Other major fatal events or exposures categories include falls, slips, trips; violence and other injuries by person or animal; contact with objects and equipment; exposure to harmful substances or environments; fires and explosions.

WHAT CAUSES NONFATAL WORK INJURIES?
There were a total of 888,220 nonfatal injuries and illnesses that caused a worker to miss at least one day in 2019. From these reported nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses, ten occupations accounted for about one-third of all cases involving days away from work.

Listed from highest to lowest incidence rates that resulted in days away from work, these injury-prone occupations are grouped as follows:
1. Nursing assistants
2. Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers
3. Laborers and freight, stock and material movers, hand
4. Light truck drivers
5. Construction laborers
6. Maintenance and repair workers, general
7. Stockers and order fillers
8. Janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners
9. Registered nurses
10. Retail salesperson
Common nonfatal workplace injuries involve sprains, tears, strains, lacerations, punctures, cuts, contusions, bruises and fractures.

PREVENTING INCIDENTS BEFORE THEY HAPPEN
One of the best ways to reduce the overall number of workplace fatalities and injuries is for employers to take proactive safety measures. This involves implementing safety and health programs that actively engage workers and leadership at all levels.

02/18/2021

Good Bye 2020 and Hello 2021!

The new year provides a chance for a fresh start, with new goals and new priorities. And with 2020 in the rearview mirror, we’re encouraging each of you make safety a priority in 2021.
Here’s some simple safety goals to add to your resolution list this year.
STAY VIGILANT: CONTINUE TO TAKE COVID PRECAUTIONS
As COVID-19 vaccines continue to be distributed, it’s important that each of us do our part by taking precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. And this includes continuing to protect yourself and others by wearing masks and social distancing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has put together some frequently asked questions to help navigate the many questions and concerns surrounding COVID-19.

BE PREPARED: RESTOCK YOUR EMERGENCY KIT
When was the last time you took an inventory of your family first aid kit or your emergency survival kit? 2020 was a challenging year, so there’s a good chance you might have used supplies and forgot to replenish them. Plus, we have no idea what 2021 has in store for us. So, now is a great time to take inventory and restock your kits. Be sure to tailor each kit to fit your family’s needs, including planning for family members with disabilities.

KEEP INFORMED: SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS
When emergencies strike, you need reliable ways to get up-to-date information from official sources. Start by signing up for various emergency alerts. Be aware that many local alert systems require residents to actively sign up for emergency communications.
So, check with your local government to sign up for your community’s alert system, which might include sending out text messages, emails or phone calls in the case of an emergency.

GET TRAINED: TAKE A CPR/AED AND FIRST AID CLASS
You never know when you’ll be called upon to save someone’s life. A CPR, AED and First Aid class can help give you the confidence to respond to a variety of emergencies.

02/18/2021

2020 CPR Guidelines are here!

Every 5 years the American Heart Association along with the other training organizations (American Red Cross, National Safety Council, Health & Safety Institute) revise and publish CPR Guidelines. In October 2020, the AHA released the 2020 Guidelines, that go into effect on February 1st, 2021. So, what does this mean to you?

Not much from a student’s perspective. We are still going to do the following:

· Activating EMS by dialing 911 or an emergency number

· Push Hard-Push Fast for Quality Chest Compressions

· Usage of Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) as quickly as
possible

· Usage of Audio-Feedback devices during CPR class to provide
real-time feedback on the quality of CPR compressions.

Until the new materials arrive, we will continue to use material from the 2015 Guidelines. When you tale a class after February 1st, you probably will not see many changes.

If you have any question or concerns, feel free to contact NESS for more information!

02/18/2021

Hybrid/Blended Learning vs. Remote Skills Verification

Since the start of this pandemic, you have heard terms such as “Hybrid Learning, Blended-Learning” and “Remote Learning and Skills Verification.” These terms have become part of our everyday life but have the potential to influence how people are educated in the future. They can also be confusing as to which learning platform is best for your and your needs. So, let me clarify some of these terms and how they relate to CPR and First Aid Training.

Hybrid Learning is when a student partially learns their subject matter by live, actual face-to-face interaction with an instructor AND with the usage of some type of media device (computer, iPad/tablet). This type of learning is currently being used the local school district and colleges.

Blended-Learning is when a student is learning a skill but does the “classroom portion” on online via some type of media device (computer, iPad/tablet). When the student completes the “classroom portion of the program”, then the student has a live, face-to-face skills session with the instructor. Some of the benefits of Blended-Learning are:

· Reduced number of actual face-to-face time with an instructor.

· Convenience of scheduling time to do skills sessions.

· The ability/flexibility of the student to learn the material at
their own pace.

Remote Skills Verification is a new method of learning in the Healthcare Field. It allows the student to learn a new skill via any media device (computer, iPad/tablet). Once the student has learned how to do the skill on-line, they “meet” with an instructor using a platform such as Zoom or WebEx where the student can demonstrate how to perform the skills. This new method of teaching allows the student to learn a new skill and demonstrate that skill to an instructor without any actual face-to-face interaction. Some of the benefits of Remote Skills Verification are:

· Reduced number of actual face-to-face time with an instructor.

· Convenience of scheduling time to do skills sessions.

· The ability/flexibility of the student to learn the material at
their own pace.

· No actual face-to-face interaction with an instructor. (Yes, this
could seem like a negative thing however, to help enforce any
“Social Distancing” Policies, this method of learning is amazingly
effective.)

These learning platforms are becoming more common in CPR and First Aid Training. In-person, instructor-lead classes are also valuable, however they don’t provide all of the same benefits of these other learning platforms. Just like everything in life, there are “Pro’s and Con’s” to everything.

If you have any questions or would like to know more about the various methods CPR and First Aid classes are conducted, please contact NESS.