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Why Should People Learn CPR?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency rescue procedure used to resuscitate someone who is not breathing or whose heart has stopped. CPR is also needed if someone goes into cardiac arrest. More and more companies are offering on-site CPR training throughout the year to make sure employees are ready to spring into action should any emergencies arise.

  1. Training

    • During CPR training sessions, specific procedures and techniques are taught to prepare individuals to act quickly and accurately in times of unexpected emergencies or crises. To earn CPR certification, you must prove you are capable of administering CPR correctly and safely.

    Timing

    • Every second counts when you come face to face with situations where an individual needs to be revived. Depending on the initial injury which caused someone's heart or breathing to stop, the longer you wait to resuscitate that person, the more damage it may do to the brain.

    Certification

    • Certain occupations and temporary or seasonal jobs--including lifeguard, swimming instructor, firefighters, doctors, and even teachers--require CPR certification. Employers, managers, and supervisors want to make sure you are capable of keeping yourself and those around you safe.

    Right Place, Right Time

    • Having the knowledge of how to administer CPR is especially meaningful when you have the opportunity to apply the skill on a moment's notice. As you go about your day, if you happen to see someone in need of CPR, your having learned proper procedures can literally save that person's life. Your quick response may be the critical factor in that person's eventual survival.

    Signs

    • Part of CPR training includes learning the signs and cues that indicate a person has stopped breathing, is suffering a heart attack, or whose heart has stopped. Knowing each of these signs allows you to assist the individual accordingly.

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