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The Choking Incident: When Abdominal Thrusts Wasn't Enough!
A 3-minute read on managing complex choking cases, when standard techniques fail, and the critical decisions that save lives. The family...
Mark Phillips
Aug 9, 202511 min read
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When the Red Stuff Won't Stop: Controlling Severe Bleeding
A 3-minute read on the life-saving skill everyone should know. The workshop accident happened in seconds. A piece of machinery...
Mark Phillips
Aug 9, 20254 min read
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Head Injuries: When a Bump Becomes Something More Serious
A 3-minute read on recognising and managing head trauma in the workplace. The scaffolder fell just two metres, but he landed awkwardly...
Mark Phillips
Aug 9, 20255 min read
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Breaks, Sprains, and Strains: Managing Bone and Joint Injuries
A 3-Minute Read on Dealing with Musculoskeletal Injuries in the Workplace The delivery driver stepped out of his van and immediately knew something was wrong. His ankle had twisted awkwardly, and the pain was excruciating. He couldn't put any weight on it, and it was already starting to swell. The question everyone was asking: is it broken or just sprained? More importantly, what should we do about it? This scenario reminded me of a training exercise during my 22 years in the
Mark Phillips
Aug 9, 20255 min read
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The Silent Killer: Why Choking First Aid Should Be Everyone's Business
A 3-minute read on recognising and responding to choking emergencies. It happened during a company Christmas party. One minute everyone...
Mark Phillips
Aug 9, 20253 min read
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FAST Thinking: Spotting a Stroke When Every Minute Matters
A 3-minute read on recognising strokes and why speed saves brains. She was in the middle of presenting to the board when her words...
Mark Phillips
Aug 9, 20254 min read
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The Words That Heal: Communication and Casualty Care in First Aid
A 3-minute read on why what you say can be as important as what you do The young apprentice had fallen from scaffolding and was lying on...
Mark Phillips
Aug 9, 20255 min read
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When Every Second Counts: Time to Start CPR.
CPR 2-3-minute read on why CPR skills could save a life in your workplace. Written by Mark Phillips, first published: I'll never forget...
Mark Phillips
Aug 8, 20253 min read
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