Health and Safety Services
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Red Cross prepares people to save lives through health and safety education and training. From First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens training to Swimming, Lifeguarding, and Babysitter's Training. American Red Cross Preparedness programs help people lead safer and healthier lives. The Red Cross constantly strives to respond to the preparedness concerns of Americans at home, in the community and in the workplace. Today's innovative programs also include teaching lay persons and professionals how to use automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to save victims of sudden cardiac arrest.
Safety Training
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Automated External Defibrillator (AED Units
An AED is a small, portable device that analyzes the heart's rhythm and prompts the user to deliver a defibrillation shock if it determines one is needed. Once turned on, the AED guides the user through each step of the defibrillation process by providing voice and/or visual prompts.
AEDs are specially designed for easy use by a "first responder", who would be the first person to typically arrive on the scene of a medical emergency. A first responder can be an emergency medical services worker, a firefighter or police officer, or it can be a layperson with AED training. Early defibrillation is a critical component in treating cardiac arrest.
For an available AED product line visit AED Units
To become a trained "first responder" visit Training
Lifeline
The American Red Cross understands the importance of safety and preparedness--an understanding shared by Lifeline, the nation's leading personal response service. To date, the American Red Cross and Lifeline have provided personal response systems to over 50,000 seniors, allowing them to continue living independently while offering peace of mind to those who care for them. With Lifeline, older adults living at home have access to assistance whenever it's need--24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
