An In-Depth Look at the Good Samaritan Act

Anyone who steps up in a time of need to provide aid is a good samaritan. But what happens after the aid has been rendered? If the outcome from providing aid isn’t a positive one, or if anything goes wrong along the way, is the rescuer liable for his or her actions? That’s where the Good Samaritan Act comes in. Read on to find out who the Good Samaritan Act protects, when it applies, and other unique situations that are shielded by this important legal protection.

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Knowing the Risks of CPR for Your Organization

Nothing in life comes without risk, and it is important to be aware of the risks of CPR. Companies need to take proactive steps when considering how they’re managing any risk associated with CPR training and certification in the workplace.

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Learning Management Systems: The Best LMS of 2023

When discussing how to put high-quality and efficient training into action, the natural solution is to implement a great learning management system (LMS). But what makes an LMS program great? And what is the best LMS of 2023?

Read on to learn about some key features you should look for in your LMS program, as well as a few top-performing LMS systems that would be outstanding options to consider.

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4 Signs It’s Time for Your CPR Instructor to Stop Multitasking

Having a dedicated in-house CPR instructor for your business or organization can be useful, especially if you only have a small number of employees who need CPR certification. But problems can arise when that instructor takes on too many tasks at once and becomes overwhelmed. If that’s happening to your organization, it may be time to outsource your CPR instruction to an online platform instead of laying the entire burden of responsibility on one employee. Here are four signs your organization’s CPR instructor is juggling too many responsibilities and that it’s time to lighten their load.

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Who Should Own Your CPR Training Program?

By understanding each department’s purpose in regards to CPR training, you will be better equipped to make an informed decision as to which group makes sense for your organization’s unique goals and objectives.

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The Definitive Guide to CPR Training

When learning a life-saving skill like CPR, there’s far more to it than the steps themselves. To help you understand CPR best practices, where national and international guidelines come from, and how to get the highest quality training and certification, we’ve put together this definitive guide to CPR training.  Learn About CPR  Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)…

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Choosing the Best CPR Class Type for Your Organization: Online, Blended, or Classroom

When it comes to training your group or organization in CPR, understanding which class type will be the best fit for everyone involved is essential. With online, classroom, and blended options available, it can be difficult to decide which is the best fit for your needs. But with the right information and insight, you can choose an option that works for everyone.

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The Problem With Auto Sign-Offs in CPR Training

When a person goes into cardiac or respiratory arrest, a bystander’s first instinct is usually to look around for a medical professional or first responder. Naturally, a health care worker can be a calming presence because it’s assumed he or she knows what to do thanks to their day-to-day life-saving skills. Unfortunately, “auto sign-off” is commonplace in CPR training. Read on to learn why, exactly, auto sign-offs in CPR training are so dangerous for medical professionals.

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Choosing the Best Group CPR Training for Your Company

CPR training is a vital need for your employees, and you want to make sure they are properly equipped. Are you feeling overwhelmed by all of the decisions to make and options to consider? Let’s walk through how you can select the best group CPR training for your company.

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What You Need to Know About CPR Laws

CPR is a life-saving skill, but the fear of facing legal repercussions can make people, and even sometimes medical professionals, hesitate to act in an emergency. CPR laws make a difference when it comes to providing emergency care by protecting the people who perform CPR and first aid. Read on to learn more about the most important CPR laws that exist to protect health care professionals and laypersons.

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5 Situations When You Do Not Perform CPR

Most people know the importance of administering CPR when a person is not breathing or when their heart has stopped. But what are the situations when you do not perform CPR? In other words, in what scenarios is performing CPR ineffective, discouraged, or likely to cause more harm than good? Here are 5 situations when you do not perform CPR, and what to do instead.

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