 are capable of helping others around them in times of emergency.
It Lessens the Worries of People In the Workplace
Employees who are constantly bothered by potential health risks and accidents in the workplace will be unable to do their work properly. Instead of focusing more on the task at hand, they are left worrying about what could happen if they suddenly fell ill. This can greatly change if they know that the people they are working with are knowledgeable in CPR.
This sense of relief knowing that they can get through cardiac arrests easier with the help of their co-workers provides benefits of its own. As the workers are able to concentrate on their jobs more, they are able to work better and faster as well.
Reduces Workplace Accidents
Looking at it long-term, CPR and first aid training also provide employees with the knowledge to avoid accidents in the workplace. Part of the training phase teaches them about the impact of cardiac arrests and certain accidents on their bodies. Thus, they will take the extra effort to assure that these incidences will never happen again.
Reduces the Recovery Time of Patients
Even if the employee who suffered from a cardiac arrest makes it to the hospital in time, there is a strong chance that they will take a long time to recover. Aside from saving lives, CPR also lessens the impact of cardiac arrests on the patient. The longer the patient suffers from the condition, the bigger the toll it takes on their body.
If the patient receives CPR seconds after the cardiac arrest happens, not only will their life be saved, their body will also suffer less. This basically means the patient will pay less on medical bills and they can get back to working as soon as they can. Of course, since the patient's heart is saved from taking too much damage, the chances of the cardiac arrest recurring is minimalized too.
Shows Employees That the Company Cares for Them
People are motivated to work for a company that consistently shows that it is concerned for the people under its roof. Incorporating CPR training in your company's safety culture can help increase employee morale. Providing employees with CPR and first aid training is just one of the many ways a company can show that it cares for the health and well-being of its employees. As workers feel more motivated, they are able to work better.
These types of training are just as, if not more important than seminars that tackle matters regarding the company’s industry. It has been proven time and time again that CPR is effective and it can save lives. Companies should not wait for their employees to suffer from cardiac arrest before they provide CPR and first aid training. It is a must for all companies.
Abby Drexler is a contributing writer and media specialist for EMC CPR & Safety Training LLC. She regularly produces content for a variety of health and safety blogs.
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