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what3words The what3words program is an easy way to identify precise locations. Every 3m square has been given a unique combination of three words: a what3words address. Now you can find, share and navigate to precise locations using three simple words. Download the app to your phone to help rescuers find you at the links below:

  As summer is here many of us are venturing into the outdoors more. Even a day hike can turn out different than anticipated. An unexpected fall and injury, a wrong turn, unexpected weather, these can all have negative impacts on the enjoyable day you had planned for.    The link below is an incredible article to help you prepare for the unexpected and be ready in case your day hike turns into more than you expected.    Take a read though Adventure Smarts incredibly informative article "The three Ts: Taking the Essentials" to best prepare you for your summers...

Triangular Bandage: Top 10 ways to use Since the 1800s the triangular bandage has been used in both hospital and pre-hospital settings. A popular device in First Aid many have learned the basics aof its use in First Aid classes throughout their education. Our video goes through the top 10 uses for the triangular bandage in First Aid: Standard Sling: This is great for supporting a lower arm injury that does not need to or can't be elevated.   Tubular Sling: This works best to support an arm or collarbone injury in an elevated position.   Collar and cuff sling: simple...

Baby its Cold Outside Hypothermia and Cold Injury Training An awareness and educational program about hypothermia and cold injuries developed specifically for you, the professional Search and Rescue Responder! It's been created to provide the information necessary to properly handle subjects with cold injuries, including hypothermia. A free training resource for all first responders, use the link below to register:   https://bicorescue.com/

Pupil Assessment Pupil assessment is a vital sign that can assist with diagnosing or guiding treatment decisions particularly for patients with any change in level of responsiveness, confusion, neurological symptoms, or head injury. Terms used to describe the pupils Constricted: (smaller) The pupil should naturally get smaller (constrict) when exposed to light Dilated: (larger) The pupil should naturally get larger (dilate) when removed from light How to Assess To assess pupillary response you will simply need some light. This can be done without a flashlight by covering the patients eyes to shield them from the ambient light in the room and then...