First Aid Courses 2022

SAT Oct 29th and Sat 26th Nov.,2022 SOC First Aid Training

LEADER: Lis M PHONE: 0433 448 652

Safety and Training is an important requirement within our Club, especially for leaders but also for all our members as well. In any incident in the bush we will all be the first responders - would you know what to do to help a friend? 2 training courses will be held, with priority given to leaders. This year there will be no cost to any leaders who have led 2 walks in the last 12 months. Also any members attending New Leader Training with Linda Mote and who then go on to lead 2 walks will have their money refunded. Even though the overall cost to the Club has increased this year the cost of $20 for the course has been reduced as it is such an important training activity on our calendar. However all members are also strongly encouraged to attend. We have booked two 5 hour non-accredited first aid sessions covering - CPR/AED, Bleeding - major and minor wounds , Fracture management and Splints, Heart Attack, Asthma/ Breathing difficulties, Heat illness/ Dehydration, Stroke, Diabetes, Seizures, Anaphylaxis and Epipen, Snake and Spider bites (setopress bandages), Ticks and Leeches, Head injuries, Strains and Sprains. Any of these incidents can happen at any time when we are far from medical assistance. Would you know what to do? This training will be bush related. First Aid Kit essentials, Assessing Emergency Services, Emergency Plus, O00/112 will also be covered. Paradise First Aid is a fully accredited and registered training organisation with courses and information being delivered by trained paramedics. According to Covid requirements, only 14 people can attend each session. Training will take place at their Mermaid Beach Training Centre, starting at 9am and concluding at approx. 2 pm. Tea, coffee and cold water is available free of charge. A fridge and microwave are also available for use as needed. Bring your own lunch. COST : Total cost $80. Club will sponsor club members $50. Your cost is therefore only $30. PAYMENT : Either transfer $30 directly into the Club account with your name ( Gold Coast Bushwalkers Club Inc [or GCBC Inc], Bank - Westpac Robina/ BSB: 034279, Acct No. 141024) Or participants can pay Lis cash on the day, which will be deposited into the Club account on Monday.

MEET : Shop 15, 2532 Gold Coast H'way, Mermaid Beach (near Cash Converters). TIME: 8:45 am for a 9am start. Cost: $ 20.

SUGGESTED DONATION: $25