First Aid for Flood Injuries

Floods and natural disasters are among the leading casualties in the world, including in Vietnam. The primary cause of death from floods is drowning. Usually, it is because victims are unable to float or escape from the water safely, or they collide with floating or submerged objects. Unfortunately, in many cases, the victims are not given CPR in time and correctly. The most common injury is bleeding from cuts caused by debris such as glass, metal, building materials or trees. Fractures, soft tissue injuries, and limb injuries are also common. In addition, there are various threats from flows, landslides, trees, objects, overhead structures, etc. Applying first aid correctly may ease the pain and help victims recover faster.

This program is based on the latest international guidelines from the International Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and the American Red Cross; developed and guided by paramedic (first aid specialist) Tony Coffey. Tony Coffey has more than 28 years of lifesaving and teaching experience in Sydney (Australia) and 6 years in Vietnam. He is the author of one of the most popular first aid manuals in Australia and New Zealand.

This course is part of the Survival Skills Vietnam humanitarian programs to help enhance the safety of flood-affected people and benefactors directly providing disaster relief.

We also offer free-of-charge online or offline workshops for humantarian and charity organisations who provide disaster relief services. Please contact us for more information.