Imagine this. You witness someone suddenly collapse. Your instinct? Grab your phone and call emergency services immediately. But what if that instinct, while well-meaning, isn not always the right first move?
In First Aid, the first step is not always calling 123 (or 911/112 depending on your region). In fact, in many situations, dialing before assessing could put you and the victim at greater risk.
🛑 So what should you do first?
Here is the correct, life-saving sequence:
1️⃣ Check for Danger: Your safety comes first. If there’s fire, electricity, traffic, or violence — rushing in can make you the second victim.
2️⃣ Check for a Response: Is the person conscious? Are they breathing? A quick assessment gives you vital info on what to do next.
3️⃣ Then Call for Help: Once it’s safe and you know the condition, call emergency services — and communicate clearly: Who, what, where, and how serious.
💡 Why this matters:
Many people are never taught the correct sequence — and in a high-stress situation, instinct takes over. But training helps slow down that panic. It enables you to focus, think clearly, and follow a process that is designed to protect everyone involved.
📚 Takeaway:
First Aid isn’t just about doing CPR or bandaging wounds — it is about knowing what to do, when to do it, and how to stay safe while helping others.
If you’ve never had formal training, now’s the time because real help starts with calm, trained action — not chaos.
🔗 Want to learn the right steps from professionals? Join our upcoming certified First Aid training and get the tools you need to stay in control when it counts.