REGISTRATION FOR THE MARCH 9 CLASS IS CLOSED. STAY TUNED FOR INFO ON FUTURE CLASSES LATER IN 2008 

Have you ever been part of, heard of, or witnessed a cycling-related incident that resulted in an injury? Did you find yourself wishing you knew what to do, or wish that your first aid skills were a bit more up to date? Here is your chance to become better prepared to handle these situations.

On Sunday, March 9, Portland Velo is hosting an all-day First Aid and CPR training session at Madison's Grill (in the ballroom) from 8:00am-5:00pm. Velo member Mike Mulligan put together a program specific to the types of injuries you may experience on the road. After this workshop, you will know how to handle the most common cycling-related injuries, the do's and dont's of more serious injuries, and how to administer CPR. You will walk out certified in both First Aid and CPR.

Core Program

General Principles of First Aid
Definition of First Aid: Purpose/Goals/Scope of Practice
Legal Considerations
Rescuer Safety (Blood Borne Pathogen Awareness)
Scene/Patient Assessment

Injury Emergencies
Bleeding & Wounds
Bone & Joint Injuries
Burns

Medical Emergencies:
Asthma, Allergic Reactions, 1st Aid for Choking
Chest Pain & Heart Problems
Diabetic Emergencies/Stroke/Seizures

Adult/Child CPR (for ages 1 year and older)
Single rescuer CPR
Use of Shields/Masks for rescue breathing
Demonstration of the AED (automatic defibrillator)

Environmental Emergencies
Heat/Cold related emergencies: Hypothermia/Heat Stroke
Poisoning: Inhaled/Absorbed/Ingested.  Bites & stings

The cost for this workshop is $60, which includes a 7-hour training session, breakfast, lunch and snacks during the day. For more information, please contact John Ohnstad.