Stay Safe | #77469
as at 21 Sep 2024
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Description
The Red Cross Stay Safe program teaches youth (ages 9 - 13) the skills they need to start on the road to independence. The program covers the following topics; Importance of responsibility and respect while being accountable for yourself, how to prepare, recognize and respond to unexpected situations, (i.e. inclement weather, strangers, unanticipated visits), How to stay safe at home and within the community, Importance of setting and following rules around safety when staying on your own. First Aid topics will also be covered; Check, Call, Care (includes phoning EMS/911), recovery position, conscious choking (adult/child/alone), feeling unwell, asthma (includes use of inhaler and spacer), anaphylaxis (includes use of EpiPen), poisoning, insect stings, wound care (i.e. minor cuts and scrapes, splinters, nosebleeds, bumps and bruises, life-threatening bleeding, burns). A workbook and certificate is included in this program.
Location
The Oshawa Y is a family-friendly centre offering child care, health and fitness services, and community programming. Camp programs are available during school breaks throughout the year. On-site parking is available free for members.
More Information
- Registration starts for Non-residents2024/08/29 09:00
- Registration starts for Members2024/08/29 09:00
- Registration ends2024/09/21 23:58
Notes
Participants who withdraw from the course more than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund less 10% of the course fee. Participants who withdraw from the course less than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund less 50% of the course fee. No refunds will be granted once the course has started.
* Applicable discounts will be applied at checkout.
** The spot is not reserved until checkout is complete.