LouthPublic Participation Network Presentation toArdee Community School
Louth PPN launched a first aid training initiative for secondary schools throughout County Louth initially in 2016. Recognising the value of lifesaving skills in our community, funding was secured to offer this training to 5th/Transition Year students. Over 500 students have taken part to date.
The course enables students to be prepared to act in an emergency or possibly life-threatening situation. Knowing what to do before an ambulance arrives may be the difference between life and death. The learning acquired will be of benefit to the students at home, school, sports grounds, within the wider community as well as in their future workplace. First aid training provides for safer practices, which in turn assists in reducing further injury to those affected by accident or sudden illness. Being able to respond quickly and effectively in an emergency situation provides preparedness within our community, which is greatly needed.
Louth PPN is the first county to take this initiative and are involved in actively seeking its inclusion on the school curriculum. favourites to win the show and Jake has managed to impress the judges each week with his fancy footwork and attention to detail.
Jake is playing in the TLT Concert Hall and theatre in Drogheda on April 7th and we’ve no doubt he gained a few more followers after his visit to St. Oliver’s.