Advanced Bleeding Training - Stop the Bleed

Advanced Bleeding Training- Stop the Bleed

Stop the Bleed is an advanced bleeding training program designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively respond to bleeding emergencies. This comprehensive training aims to empower participants to take immediate action in critical situations where stopping bleeding can save lives. With a focus on hands-on practice and real-life scenarios, Stop the Bleed provides practical techniques and strategies for controlling bleeding and applying appropriate first aid measures. The program covers various bleeding control methods, including the proper use of tourniquets, wound packing, and pressure dressings. By participating in this training, individuals can gain the confidence and competence needed to make a difference in emergency situations.

Intended Audience

Any individual who is seeking further knowledge on how to stop severe bleeding.

Recognized certification period.

• May not exceed 24 months from the class completion date.

Recommended time to complete.

• Initial training — About 75 min
• Successful completion is based on the achievement of the core learning objectives rather than a prescribed instruction time.

Course topics

• What Are Bloodborne Pathogens?
• How Infection Occurs
• Specific Bloodborne Pathogens
• Hepatitis B Virus
• Hepatitis C Virus
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
• Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens
• Your Employer’s Exposure Control Plan
• Recognizing the Potential for Exposure
• Methods to Control the Risk of Exposure
• Using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Hepatitis B Immunization
• If an Exposure Occurs
• Housekeeping
• Communicating a Hazard in the Workplace