Australian pro surfer Mick Fanning experienced a shark attack during the finals of the J-Bay Open in South Africa. This event was notable as it was the first time such an incident occurred during a live pro surfing competition. Fanning managed to fend off the shark by punching it and escaped without injury. He later…
Social media is essential for promoting Emergency First Response courses. By using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, you can connect with potential students and showcase your courses. Make sure to engage genuinely with your audience and avoid excessive self-promotion. Use high-quality visuals, consistent branding, and analytics to refine your strategies. A balanced approach with…
The European Resuscitation Council (ERC) sets specific guidelines for providing emergency care to children. Infants are defined as under one year old, while children are aged one to 18. Rescuers trained in adult CPR can adapt techniques for children by adjusting the method according to their size. For infant CPR, responders should provide five rescue…
The “Responders in Action 2025” highlights the bravery of emergency responders who use their training in real-life situations. One example is Yuriy Vopilov from Russia, who helped a girl with epilepsy after she fell off her scooter. He approached her calmly, ensured her safety, and called for medical assistance. His actions demonstrate the importance of…
It’s essential for scuba divers to keep their first aid kits updated and fully stocked. Supplies can expire, degrade, or become ineffective over time, which can lead to harm in emergencies. Regularly checking your kit with a checklist helps ensure all items are accounted for and replenished as needed. Training staff on supply management and…
In remote communities, first-aid training is often needed but hard to access. In Fiji, EFR Instructor Trainer Peter Bickerton combines scuba diving trips with training local dive centers and resorts. He also supplies first-aid kits and helps empower women, who are primary caregivers, by teaching them these vital skills. This initiative aims to improve health…
Humpback whales are incredible creatures that have had their populations threatened by human activities like whaling, fishing gear entanglement, and ship collisions. They play a key role in ocean ecosystems, especially through their long migrations and feeding habits, which help transport nutrients. Organizations like Sea Shepherd are working hard to protect these whales by intercepting…
The National Lobster Hatchery (NLH) in Padstow, UK, helps increase the survival rate of European lobsters by rearing hatchlings through their early stages. This initiative supports local fisheries and provides a sustainable approach to lobster fishing, which is vital to many coastal communities. Lobsters are released into the ocean when they reach about three months…
Extra Divers Mirbat offers diving experiences in the beautiful and untouched south of Oman. Located about an hour from Salalah Airport, the dive centers provide access to over 20 diverse dive sites. Divers can explore colorful reefs, wrecks, and encounter various marine life like turtles and rays. The majority of the sites are shallow, making…
Mia DaPonte, at just 12 years old, has become the youngest female to earn the PADI Master Scuba Diver certification in the USA. She completed her Master Diver training by first obtaining certifications in Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and completing at least 50 dives. Mia also holds more than six PADI Specialty…