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1. Learning Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) –
   If someone has a heart attack, performing CPR can make the difference
   between the life and death. When the heart stops during a cardiac arrest,
   CPR manually pumps blood and oxygen to the brain and organs to keep the
   victim alive until emergency medical help arrives. Proper CPR training is
   the best way to learn this technique, but even without it you can perform
   CPR chest compressions. Press on the victim’s chest at least two inches
   down, at the rate of two compressions per second, or 120 compressions
   per minute. Continue without stopping until emergency assistance can take
   over.

2. Using The Automated External Defibrillator
Having the knowledge of using an AED (automated external defibrillator) is a critical skill to have. While CPR keeps blood flowing, it does not restart the heart. To do this, and AED is needed. These devices are available in public areas like shopping centers and airports. certification is recommended, however even without formal AED training the voice automated machine will walk rescuers through the steps needed to use it on a cardiac arrest victim.

3. Check for Signs of Life–
During accident or any other emergency it’s important to know how to check a victim for signs of life, including breathing and a pulse. First, make sure the area is safe for you to attend to the victim. Next, kneel next to them and ask loudly, “Are you ok?” If they do not respond look for the rise and fall of their chest to
indicate breathing and check their pulse by placing your index and middle
fingers on their inner wrist or on the side of their neck just under the jaw.

4. Using The Bandage –
During accident when a victim is bleeding heavily it’s important to get it under control right away to prevent further blood loss. If they are available, put on gloves before assisting the victim. Have them lie down and cover them with a
blanket. Elevate the injured area and use a clean cloth or bandage to cover
the wound and apply continuous pressure for 20 minutes before checking to
see if the bleeding has stopped. If the bleeding has not stopped, apply
pressure to the artery, either inside the arm between the elbowand the
armpitfor arm or upper body injuries, or behind the knee or in the groin for
leg injuries. Apply pressure with one hand while continuing to keep pressure
on the wound with the other hand.

5. Heimlich maneuver –
Performing the Heimlich maneuver is the recommended treatment for
choking victims. Please do not perform the Heimlich maneuver unless you are sure that the person is choking. If the person is capable of coughing, then try to get them to cough up the food.
Standing behind them, deliver five blows to the middle of
their back with the heel of your hand. If that does not dislodge the stuck
object, wrap your arms around their chest, and make a fist between the
bottom of their ribcage and their navel. Perform five rapid abdominal
thrusts, pulling back and upward on their body as if you were trying to lift
them off the ground.

6. First Aid for Burning –
Burns should be treated by running cold water on the area for 10-15
minutes then lightly applying a cool, moist compress to the area. Do not
apply creams or dressings to the area. Give the victim Tylenol or Advil if
available. Severe burns require immediate medical attention by moving the victim to the medical centre or call the ambulance.

7.Save from Drowning –
One of the most common causes of accidental death, drowning can happen
even in shallow bodies of water. The phrase “reach, throw, row, go” is used
to remember the technique used to save a person who is drowning:

●Reach: Lie flat on the ground and use a branch or oar to extend
your reach if needed.
●Throw: If a safety ring is available, toss it to the victim and wait until her or she received it.
●Row: Get a boat to reach the victim if needed. Go: As a last resort,
swim out to get the victim. Use a towel or t-shirt to help tow them
to shore.
●Rope: If the victim is far, get a long rope and throw it to the victim, then start pulling the victim out.