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Needle stick injuries aren't only a hospital risk. Cleaners, waste handlers, security staff and social workers across South Africa face this danger regularly. And the first two minutes are critical.              Correct Response Encourage wound to bleed freely under running water. Wash with soap and water for two minutes minimum. [...]

Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless and invisible. By the time workers realize something is wrong, they're already in danger - and multiple casualties can occur within minutes.          Correct Response: Evacuate everyone immediately. Don't investigate the source. Call emergency services. Fresh air is the immediate treatment. Don't re enter until cleared by [...]

Industrial machinery, power tools and cutting equipment make dramatic amputations a real risk in many workplaces.              Immediate Response Call ambulance immediately. Control bleeding with firm direct pressure and clean dressing. Keep the person warm and treat for shock. Keep them calm - panic increases blood loss. Don't assume reimplantation isn't [...]

Panic attacks and heart attacks share remarkably similar symptoms. Misidentifying one as the other can have fatal consequences. Panic Attack Signs: -   Triggered by stress, anxiety or fear. -   Rapid heartbeat, chest tightness, tingling in hands. -   Dizziness and shortness of breath. -   Usually peaks and improves within 10 minutes. Heart Attack Signs: -   Crushing [...]

Asthma Attack at Work with no Inhaler: What now? It happens all the time - an asthma attack strikes and the inhaler is forgotten at home or completely empty. Immediate Response without Inhaler: -   Sit them upright. Never lie them down, it restricts breathing -   Stay calm. Panic and anxiety significantly worsens the attack -  [...]