Workshop On First Aid And Basic Life Support
On April 2, 2025, the Semester II students of the Department of B.Ed., Loreto College, Kolkata, attended a workshop on ‘First Aid and Basic Life Support.’ The workshop was organized by the Institute of Preventive Awareness, Kolkata, in collaboration with the Department of B.Ed. and the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Loreto college, Kolkata. The session aimed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in order to handle emergencies effectively. The core segment of the workshop featured a detailed presentation covering a wide range of emergencies and the appropriate first-aid measures.
The session commenced with an introduction to first aid, its importance, and the basic principles that guide effective response in emergency situations. The resource persons elaborated on different types of bleeding and the appropriate techniques to control them both directly by applying pressure on the bleeding spot using a finger or palm and indirectly by using a tourniquet, which should be applied six fingers above the elbow or eight fingers above the knee, for a maximum of 20 minutes.
To manage skull bleeding, the resource persons emphasised on how pressure should be applied for 5–15 minutes while securing a bandage. In cases of shock, the resource persons emphasised the fact that raising both legs above heart level will help increase blood circulation to the heart and brain. The workshop emphasized the following blood donation guidelines: eligible age: 18–65 years, minimum weight: 45 kg, frequency: Blood can be donated every three months, and the standard donation volume: 250–300 ml per session. The resource persons then explained recovery position and distress management, wound management, fractures and their management.
The 'Stop, Drop, and Roll' technique was highlighted as the golden rule for burn emergencies. The workshop concluded with a discussion on focus-enhancing techniques, including the Pomodoro Technique and meditation. A short-guided meditation exercise was conducted for all participants.
The workshop was an informative and interactive session that equipped teacher trainees with crucial first-aid skills. It emphasized the importance of quick and effective responses in emergencies, potentially saving lives. The practical demonstrations and hands-on activities made the session engaging and beneficial for all teacher trainees.
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