R.I.P. 101lifts2

[the chi]

Originally Posted by Smittie61984

It doesn't appear that there is anything that could have been done for 101 but maybe if we could find an organization that does training for basic 1st aid stuff. Kind of like the CPR/AED classes except people learn more trauma related incidences such as bleeding control, shock, spinal immobilization, etc which would be more likely in a motorcycle crash.

Or maybe look into starting or working on an organization that teaches motorcyclists some basic 1st aide training.

While its not specifically motorcycle related, if you have a local Red Cross they do that type of training...I've got my Adult and Child CPR Certs and My First Aid Cert training, got it in one day at the local office. Firefighters often do alot of training, perhaps see if they would incorporate motorcycle specific type training. I know for a fact many first responders have no clue what not to do with a downed biker, first thing they try to do is rip off that helmet. Just a thought.

[Trip]

Originally Posted by the chi

I know for a fact many first responders have no clue what not to do with a downed biker, first thing they try to do is rip off that helmet. Just a thought.

Then you have shitty training down there. My first responder training for electrical workers even had training for fall/collision injuries that included not removing equipment like masks/helmets/anything requiring moving of an individual that could further a spinal injury unless necessary for other life saving options. Risking the spine can be done if necessary to save the life.

[Smittie61984]

Originally Posted by the chi

While its not specifically motorcycle related, if you have a local Red Cross they do that type of training...I've got my Adult and Child CPR Certs and My First Aid Cert training, got it in one day at the local office...

Cool deal. I didn't know that existed.

In order to no hijack too much I continued this in another thread.
http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthrea...572#post493572