Resources and Other Results:
Appreciating 911 Call Takers by Following Best Practices for Emergency Calls
April 8-14 is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, a chance to appreciate the unsung heroes who serve our communities answering... More →
Best Practices for Calling 911
An estimated 240 million calls are made to 911 each year in the United States. 911 dispatchers and call takers... More →
Teach Your Child to Call 911
Children can learn to call 911 from a young age, potentially saving a life by getting help where it’s needed... More →
How To Use An AED Device
Automated external defibrillators, otherwise known as AEDs can help save lives during sudden cardiac arrest with the proper safety training... More →
How to Apply AED Pads
Bystanders can give sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) victims the best chance of survival by calling 911 and providing early CPR... More →
The Human Side of Safety
The knock on the front door was much harder and faster than typical for a visitor. “I think your garage... More →
What to do in the event of Downed Power Lines (Video)
Would you know what to do in a downed power line or utility wire situation? The experts at Puget Sound... More →
Is it implied consent?
An Instructor asked a question about implied consent and wanted to know, "Is it implied consent when a conscious person... More →
Teaching CPR to Children
It’s never too early to learn lifesaving skills! Young children can learn and retain basic skills that may help save... More →
Emergency Pre-Planning
Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... More →
How to Help Your Child Prepare for an Emergency
If an emergency or disaster strikes, does your child know what to do? Most types of disasters and medical emergencies... More →
Emergency Response Plan Basics
We can’t control when and where emergencies occur. But knowing what to do in an emergency can keep you safe... More →
What to Do in a Heart Attack Emergency
Each year, about 805,000 Americans have a heart attack – averaging out to about one every 40 seconds. A heart... More →
CPR Apps That Help Save Lives
A combination of early CPR and early defibrillation with an AED gives the best chance of survival for cardiac arrest... More →
OSHA 2020 Outlook
How might 2020 be shaping up for OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)? Here are some key points of interest... More →
Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What's the Difference?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month is right around the corner! So, let’s address one of the most common questions that... More →
MSHA Livestream: 2019
Jill James Welcome to MSHA Part 46 and 48, Q&A. This live stream is brought to you by HSI Learning... More →
The Beginner's Guide to CPR and AED
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It can often happen with little or no... More →
Winter Safety Means More Than Preparing for the Cold
As we approach the winter months, it is important for employers to be aware of dangers that are possible on... More →
Heat Stress Prevention
A day at the zoo should be spent taking pictures of giraffes and fighting for the best whale-watching spot at... More →
Thanksgiving Safety: Prevent Home Cooking Fires
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are more than three times as many home cooking fires on... More →
Active Shooter Response Training
Having personally survived a school shooting, I can tell you why training for an Active Shooter event is something everyone... More →
Thanksgiving Safety: Prevent Home Cooking Fires
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are more than three times as many home cooking fires on... More →
What is the Pediatric Chain of Survival?
The pediatric chain of survival outlines a series of steps and interventions designed to maximize the chances of saving a... More →
Are You a Training Department of One?
Or two, three, or four? How can you possibly create 100% of the training you need for all of your... More →
Giving CPR to a Pregnant Person: What You Need to Know
What do I do if the victim is pregnant in the event of cardiac arrest? This is a common question... More →
Top 12 Myths About Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. Despite its... More →
What To Do During An Asthma Attack
Asthma is a chronic condition that makes breathing difficult, as a result of inflamed or narrowed airways, or tubes that... More →
What To Do During An Asthma Attack
Asthma is a chronic condition that makes breathing difficult, as a result of inflamed or narrowed airways, or tubes that... More →
Treating Different Types of Burns: Thermal vs. Chemical vs. Electrical
Burn injuries are among the most common household and workplace accidents, and they can vary widely in severity. Understanding the... More →
Why Learning CPR is More Important Than You Think
February is Heart Month, giving organizations and individuals the opportunity to raise awareness about heart health and the importance of... More →
Recognizing and Preventing Cold Stress
People who work outdoors or in cold indoor environments such as walk-in freezers are frequently subject to cold, wet working... More →
Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety
The National Fire Protection Association reports more than 1.5 million fires in the US every year. These fires cause more... More →
Violence in the Workplace
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that each year, 2 million U.S. workers are victim to threatening or... More →
CPR and AED Awareness Week
Each year in the United States, the first week of June is an observation of National CPR-AED Awareness Week. The... More →
How to Recognize Sudden Cardiac Arrest and Act Fast
When someone collapses, stops breathing, and becomes unresponsive, your ability to recognize sudden cardiac arrest and respond quickly can mean... More →