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Safety

We teach individuals or groups to care for injuries and emergencies until medical care help arrives. We can also help you assess and implement procedures to help insure your work environment and campus community are safe. Attend a class at our facility or well come to yours.

 

TRAINING FORMATS

There are three ways to get safety training:

Programmed Classes

Sign up for an existing group program at RecSports. Current class schedules are available on the RecSports web site. Fees include instruction, use of reference materials and certification. Classes fill fast so register early!

Private/Semi-private Lessons

If you cannot attend a programmed class or if you wish to challenge a course, sign up to work independently with an instructor to get your certification. These classes are held in the Safety Resource Area inside Dixon Recreation Center and are offered every weekday.

Group Contract

If you would like your group or department trained, we can come to your location at a time and day that works best for you. Safety Programs also provides assistance in Emergency Response Plan Formulation, First Aid Kit development, and First Aid Response Teams for special events. We work with groups of as few as five participants. Ask us about designing a special contract to suit your needs. Contact the safety coordinator.

 

CHALLENGE A CLASS

Those whose skills and knowledge are test ready may challenge a class in a private lesson. Safety challenge participants will only have one opportunity to demonstrate their skills and knowledge.

 

CERTIFICATION RENEWAL

Recertification/Review Classes

These classes are designed for the participant who is currently certified, or has a certification with an expiration date within the last 12 months (proof required).

 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

All classes are taught by certified American Red Cross Instructors. Register at the RecServices desk inside the west entry of Dixon Recreation Center.

AED Essentials (2 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, provides knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for victims of sudden cardiac arrest through the safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). + Pre-requisite: Current Adult CPR or equivalent.

Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) (2 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, a training module for employers and employees who, while on the job may be exposed to blood or other body fluids that could cause infection. Employers can offer this program as a part of their compliance with OSHA regulations.

CPR - Adult (4 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, provides the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing and cardiac emergencies until advanced medical personnel arrive.

CPR – Adult Recertification (2 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract

CPR – Infant & Child (5 hours)

Via Private or Contract only, whether you’re a professional childcare provider, teacher or parent, learn to recognize an emergency, protect yourself, follow emergency action steps, and prioritize care. Breathing, choking and cardiac emergencies are included. Applies to infants and children age 12 and under.

CPR – Child only (4 hours)

Via Private or Contract only, applies to children between ages 1 and 12.

CPR – Infant (4 hours)

Via Private or Contract only, applies to infants up to age 1.

CPR - Professional Rescuer with AED (CPR/PR) (8 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, for the first responder or health care provider. Teaches a variety of skills including adult, child, and infant CPR, one and two rescuer CPR, resuscitation and bag-valve masks, response in special resuscitation situations and use of an AED.

CPR - Professional Rescuer with AED Recertification (CPR/PR) (4.5 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract

Emergency Response (56 hours)

Via Programmed or Contract Only, prepares people to act as first responders in emergencies to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize consequences of injury or sudden illness until medical help arrives. Course completion makes one eligible for National and State Level First Responder Tests.

Recommended: First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, but not required.

First Aid (4 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, gives individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic first aid care for injuries and sudden illnesses until advanced medical personnel arrive. This course does not include information on rescue breathing and cardiac emergencies.

First Aid Recertification (2 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract

First Aid with Adult CPR (5.5 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, teaches both First Aid and Adult CPR in one class!

First Aid - Sports Injury Prevention (5 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, this high-level Red Cross course teaches coaches, athletes, sports clubs, and recreation professionals how to prevent, prepare for, and respond to sports related injuries and emergencies – from children to adults. Includes advanced first aid material.

Lifeguard w/First Aid (32 hours)

Programmed or Contract only, challenge yourself and gain skills and knowledge to keep aquatic patrons safe. This program includes aquatic-specific rescues, and First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Participants must swim 500 yards continuously, and retrieve a 10 pound brick from 10 feet underwater

Lifeguard w/First Aid Recertification (8 hours)

Via Programmed, Private or Contract, includes First Aid, but does not include CPR/PR.

Wilderness First Aid Basics (16 hours)

Programmed or Contract only, this course is designed for those who work or play in remote areas, away from EMS Service. It includes enhanced emergency action steps, assessment, advanced first aid techniques for injuries and illnesses, and information on preparation and decision-making in delayed help situations.

INSTRUCTIONAL COURSES

Instructor, all instructor courses include “Fundamentals of Instructor Training,” which prepares participants to teach diverse populations and introduces policies and procedures for quality control.

First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor (21 Hours)

Via Programmed or Contract Only, those who successfully complete this program are trained to teach combinations of materials including first aid, CPR, and AED courses for the certified lay responder, plus six-injury control and prevention modules.

Fundamentals of Instructor Training

This course introduces instructor candidates to the history, structure and activities of the American Red Cross. It will prepare instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross specialty courses to diverse populations and to introduce new instructors to the policies and procedures of the American Red Cross to ensure course consistency, quality and appropriate training. This course is a prerequisite for all American Red Cross Instructor training programs.

Lifeguard Training Instructor (32 hours)

Programmed or Contract only, this course trains instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Waterpark and Waterfront Lifeguarding courses, including Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Preventing Disease Transmission, AED Essentials and Oxygen Administration.

Pre-course Session

This course audits the skills and knowledge of new instructor candidates prior to their participation in specialty instructor courses. This course is a prerequisite for all aquatic American Red Cross Instructor training programs.

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