Every year, approximately 540,000 cases of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occur in China, averaging one case every minute. Sudden cardiac arrest often strikes without warning, and about 80% of cases occur outside of hospitals. The first witnesses are typically family members, friends, colleagues, or even strangers. In these critical moments, offering help and performing effective CPR during the golden four minutes can significantly increase the chances of survival. The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is an indispensable tool in this emergency response.
To raise awareness and improve the emergency response skills of employees in the event of sudden cardiac arrest, Bewatec has installed an AED device in the company lobby and organized training sessions. Professional trainers have introduced and educated employees on CPR techniques and the proper use of AEDs. This training not only helps employees understand how to use AEDs but also enhances their ability to perform self-rescue and mutual rescue in emergencies, thus alleviating the pressure on the healthcare system.
Training Session: Teaching CPR Theory and Practice
The first part of the training focused on the theoretical knowledge of CPR. Trainers provided detailed explanations on the importance of CPR and the correct steps for performing it. Through engaging explanations, employees gained a clearer understanding of CPR and learned about the critical “golden four minutes” principle. Trainers emphasized that taking emergency measures within the first four minutes of sudden cardiac arrest is crucial to increasing the chances of survival. This brief window of time requires a swift and appropriate response from everyone in an emergency.
AED Operation Demonstration: Improving Practical Skills
After the theoretical discussion, trainers demonstrated how to operate the AED. They explained how to power on the device, properly place the electrode pads, and allowed the device to analyze the heart rhythm. The trainers also covered important operating tips and safety precautions. By practicing on a simulation mannequin, employees had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the operational steps, ensuring they could remain calm and use the AED effectively during an emergency.
Additionally, trainers emphasized the convenience and safety of the AED, explaining how the device automatically analyzes the heart rhythm and determines the necessary intervention. Many employees expressed confidence in using the AED after the hands-on practice, recognizing its importance in emergency care.
Improving Self-Rescue and Mutual Rescue Skills: Building a Safer Work Environment
This event not only helped employees learn about AEDs and CPR but also strengthened their awareness and ability to respond to sudden cardiac arrest. By acquiring these skills, employees can act quickly in an emergency and save valuable time for the patient, thereby reducing the risk of fatality due to sudden cardiac arrest. Employees expressed that these emergency response skills not only enhance the safety of individuals and colleagues but also help alleviate the burden on the healthcare system.
Looking Ahead: Continuously Raising Employee Emergency Awareness
Bewatec is committed to creating a safe and healthy working environment for its employees. The company plans to make the AED and CPR training a long-term initiative, with regular sessions to improve employees’ emergency response knowledge and skills. Through these efforts, Bewatec aims to foster a culture where everyone in the company is equipped with basic emergency response skills, contributing to a safer work environment.
This AED training and CPR awareness program has not only equipped employees with essential life-saving knowledge but also built a sense of safety and mutual support within the team, embodying the company’s commitment to “caring for life and ensuring safety.
Post time: Nov-12-2024
