In the event of a crisis or an accident, we ordinary people are the first to provide help. The ability of each of us to respond effectively to both local and personal crises is important.
Prevention and preparedness improve everyday safety and increase the ability to act in disruptive situations, such as
- in major accidents
- in prolonged power outages
- in water supply disturbances
- in infectious disease situations.
First aid skills and their training are an important part of readiness and preparedness – they bring safety to everyday life under normal conditions and help in the event of a disturbance.