Jazan Technical College and Red Crescent hold first aid skills workshop

Jazan Technical College, in cooperation with the regional branch of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority, held a workshop on first aid today as part of their joint efforts to promote a culture of emergency response and raise awareness about the importance of early intervention and proper handling of medical emergencies.

The workshop aimed to develop participants’ abilities to provide initial assistance, preserve lives, and reduce the complications of injuries. It also sought to equip them with the necessary skills for rapid and safe intervention, as well as to request support from specialized teams to ensure timely access to appropriate medical care.

The workshop covered several topics, including an introduction to the concept and objectives of first aid, the role and qualities of a first responder, general principles for providing emergency services, initial assessment methods, rapid examination of conscious and unconscious cases, the basics of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), handling injuries from traffic accidents, and ways to prevent blood-borne diseases.

Participants also reviewed scientific steps for rescuing the injured and correct methods for determining appropriate interventions, in addition to practical exercises on basic first aid procedures to develop field skills and enhance readiness for emergencies.