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Medications, what are they good for?
This video is an overview of useful medications that can be used in Wilderness and Remote environments when access medical care is delayed. All these medications can also be useful in the home setting and are available over the counter at any pharmacy for purchase. Wilderness/Remote Medication Guide Over the counter medications can provide symptom relief and bridge the gap to higher level medical care. Below is a list of useful over the counter medications that can be purchased at any pharmacy and are good to have on hand in the house, cottage, on wilderness trips, and remote locations....
Review of the Trauma Major Bleed Kit
Review of the Trauma Major Bleed Kit This is a great review from our freind in Newfoundland Kyle Noseworthy who stars in the show "The Newfoundland Hobbyist". Check out Kyle Noseworthy's work at: https://www.kylenoseworthy.com/
WSIB Regulations relevant to summer camp First Aid Kits in Ontario
WSIB Regulations relevant to summer camp First Aid Kits in Ontario This chart outlines the itemized minimum requirements for First aid kits on site based on number of personnel, and location. #10 First Aid Kit #11 First Aid Room #16 Bush Workers First Aid Kit Required For Camp >6-200 Staff Camp with 200 onsite staff Staff in remote location First Aider Required Standard First Aid Nurse or Standard First Aid Not specified Kit Criteria Easily accessible and mobile Accompanied by Nurse or First Aider Portable, weather resistant First Aid Manual X X X Pocket Mask or Barrier Device X...
Creating the right First Aid kit for your Camp
We have created a comprehensive chart on the ideal first aid kit components based on the use of your first aid kits for summer camps, trippers, and guides. This list is created with the scope of practice of the user in mind, as well updated First Aid curriculums and expeierienced users in the camp fields consolation. On Site First Aid Kit Nursing Station Tripper First Aid Kit EMERGENCY Pocket Mask/Barrier Device Pocket Mask (1) Pocket Mask or Bag Valve Mask Barrier Device with Rigid One Way Valve + (1 on each guide) Nitrile Gloves (Latex Free)...