Lifesaving Skills Within Reach: Yamagata City Announces Upcoming Basic First Aid Workshop
Yamagata City is pleased to announce an upcoming opportunity for residents to acquire vital emergency response skills. A “Basic First Aid Workshop (Basic Life Support Course 3)” is scheduled to be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025. This important initiative aims to equip participants with the knowledge and practical techniques necessary to provide immediate assistance in critical situations.
The workshop, organized by the Yamagata City Fire Department, is designed to empower individuals with the confidence and competence to act effectively until professional medical help arrives. Participants will learn fundamental first aid procedures, with a specific focus on the curriculum of the Basic Life Support Course 3. This typically includes essential skills such as:
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Hands-on training in performing chest compressions and rescue breaths for adults, children, and infants.
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Usage: Instruction on how to operate an AED, a crucial device for restoring normal heart rhythm in cases of sudden cardiac arrest.
- Management of Common Emergencies: Guidance on responding to various scenarios, including choking, severe bleeding, burns, and other potential life-threatening conditions.
- Scene Assessment and Safety: Understanding how to safely assess an emergency scene and protect oneself and others.
This workshop is an invaluable opportunity for anyone who wishes to be better prepared to help friends, family, or even strangers in a medical emergency. Learning these skills can truly make a difference in preserving life and minimizing the severity of injuries.
Further details regarding the venue, specific timings, registration procedures, and any participation fees will be made available in due course. We encourage all interested residents to stay tuned for these announcements.
Yamagata City is committed to fostering a safer and more resilient community, and this first aid workshop is a significant step towards achieving that goal. By investing your time in this training, you are investing in the well-being of our entire community. We look forward to a strong turnout and a successful event.
令和7年10月4日（土曜）に応急手当講習会（普通救命講習3）を開催します！
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