Retail staff, security personnel and healthcare workers across South Africa face real risk of violent assault. First aiders must be prepared for trauma injuries beyond standard workplace accidents.

         

          Stab Wounds

  • Call ambulance immediately.
  • Don’t remove embedded objects – they control the bleeding.
  • Apply firm pressure around the wound, not on top of it.
  • Keep the person still and calm.
  • Treat for shock – keep warm and reassure.
          First Aider’s Safety

  • Never approach until the scene is confirmed safe.
  • Wait for security or police to secure the area.
  • Your safety comes first.
  • Assume spinal injury if struck from behind.
  • Monitor consciousness continuously.
 

THE GOLDEN RULE

An injured first aider helps nobody.

Your instinct is to help immediately – but entering an unsecured scene puts you at risk, too. Always confirm the scene is safe first.
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