The first day of spring is fast approaching. Daylight hours are slowly beginning to lengthen, birds are returning home, the snow is beginning to show signs of melting and the people of Saskatchewan are beginning to venture outside.
With these springtime conditions, St. John Ambulance would like to remind everyone to be careful walking through ice and snow when heading out into the warmer weather. At this time of year, ice can be hidden under snow causing very slippery walking conditions.
If you do come across someone who has slipped and fallen, remember these few safety tips:
1. Approach the individual with caution, assess hazards and make the area safe.
2. Find out what happened and what kind of situation you are dealing with. Ask if you can help.
3. Assess the individual’s responsiveness by checking their airway, breathing, and circulation.
4. Send, or go for medical help.
Knowing what to do in an emergency can make all the difference. For more information on how to protect yourself and your family when an emergency occurs, register for a St. John Ambulance First Aid Course by visiting www.sja.ca. As a volunteer based non-profit charity, St. John Ambulance is dedicated to improving individual’s health, safety and quality of life.
