How is basic life support different from first aid?

I like this question. Basic Life Support (BLS) is a specific set of procedures for preventing the condition of lifeless (non-breathing) casualties from worsening until they can access advanced care (usually an ambulance). read more

A typical first aid course is 2–4 days, depending on where you are, and covers all of basic life support, and much more. So, basically, Basic Life Support is first aid for the most serious (and rarest) emergencies, but first aid can treat many conditions of all types, and sometimes, is the only treatment. read more

Purpose<br />The purpose of this presentation is to introduce and refresh some Basic Life Support (aka First Aid) principles.<br />This presentation was designed with health students in mind, as a refresher or in preparation for clinical placements. read more

Depending on your risk assessment, each area of work will require a minimum number of first aiders trained to the different levels shown above. read more