Stop the Bleed

Mass casualty events can happen at anytime and anywhere. At your workplace, at the game, during your commute, or even at your house. This free Stop the Bleed training will equip participants with the knowledge to save lives.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Describe the progressive strategy for controlling hemorrhage.
  •Demonstrate wound packing and learn about topical dressings.
  •Explain the rationale for early use of a tourniquet for life-threatening extremity bleeding.
  •Demonstrate the appropriate application of a tourniquet to the arm and leg.

Registration is suggested but not required. Registration helps us estimate attendance and ensure adequate space. We cannot guarantee space without registration.

http://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management–/about-us/event-calendar

This event is NOT sponsored by The Seattle Public Library
If you require any special accommodation to participate in this training, please contact the Office of Emergency Management at (206) 233-5076 or oem@seattle.gov. For interpretation assistance, at least 5 days advance…