What is Wilderness First Responder Training?

The presence of a qualified and competent first responder is essential during a hike, camping in the forest or any other outing in the wild and remote environment in order to optimize the chances of survival of the victims in the event of an accident or injury. At Impact Santé+, we offer “Wilderness First Responder” training.

What is Wilderness First Responder Training?

Wilderness First Responder training is a set of courses through which students can learn the skills needed to respond to emergencies in the event of an accident or injury in the wilderness, organize the transport of victims to a medical center and even administer essential care for several days, until help arrives.

Among other things, they learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid techniques, the use of the various resources and tools available and are introduced to leadership in order to be able to make the necessary decisions, depending on the situation.

More details on Wilderness First Responder Training

First, it is important to note that most of the “First Responder in the Wilderness” training takes place outdoors for a realistic situation. As a result, it is especially aimed at participants in good physical condition and with great endurance. In addition, many topics will be covered during the courses, namely:

• Introduction to the Wilderness First Responder Role
• Physiology, anatomy and pharmacology;
• Potential risks in the wilderness such as musculoskeletal injuries, spine, head, chest, abdomen or pelvis, haemorrhage and soft tissue trauma, shock, poisoning, childbirth, various chronic or acute illnesses as well as respiratory and circulatory emergencies;
• Mental and emotional health;
• Site assessment, wildlife
• Resuscitation techniques and interventions such as transport and organization of transfer, patient extraction, infection prevention and control, and administration of prolonged care;
• Managing incidents involving multiple victims;
• Health and safety at work.

Essential training tools

Wilderness First Responder training participants should have the following materials:

• Canadian Red Cross First Aid App;
• Pocket guide to vital care in intensive care;
• Pocket Guide to Wilderness and Remote First Aid
• Emergency care reference text for professional responders.

Conclusion

Do you work in the tourism industry or are a fan of remote wilderness outings? We recommend that you sign up for our Wilderness First Responder training as the skills you have developed can save lives in the event of an incident. We note that the courses we offer are comprehensive and taught by qualified professionals.