35 attend MRC Kapit’s first aid training
KAPIT: A total of 35 participants attended a first aid course run by the Malaysian Red Crescent Society Kapit Chapter on Friday to Sunday.
Participants included those from government agencies, school teachers, and individuals.
There were also employees from Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) and Sinohydro — the main contractor for the Baleh Dam
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Niosh) requires all technical staff and workers to attend first aid courses for certification to ensure strict adherence to safety and health at the workplace to minimise industrial accidents.
MRC Kapit first aid trainers and medical personnel from the Kapit Health Department conducted the theoretical and practical training.
Among the topics were International Humanitarian Law, food poisoning, bandaging injuries for broken arms or legs, cardio pulmonary respiratory, and how to treat burns, wounds, or cuts. All participants had to sit for both wri en and practical tests to qualify for the certificate.