Survival

06/04/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Frostbite

Step 1: Seek shelter
Step 2: Remove clothing and jewellery
Step 3: Thaw the affected area
Step 4: Maintain a warm temperature
Step 5: Keep affected limb/s in water
Step 6: If warm water isn’t an option, use body heat
Step 7: Do not thaw the limb is there’s a chance of it becoming refrozen
Step 8: Apply non adherent dressing
Step 9: Check victim for shock
Step 10: Seek medical assistance

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29/03/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Burns

Step 1: Cool under running water for 20 minutes.
Step 2: Remove hot or wet clothing (unless adhered to skin).
Step 3: Remove watch, jewellery, rings or tight clothing.
Step 4: If the victim is pale and feeling unwell, raise their legs to encourage circulation.
Step 5: For a severe/large burn, call 000.
Step 6: Apply a non-adherent dressing and combine bandage.
Step 7: DO NOT apply cream, ointments or ice.

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23/03/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Blue ringed octopus bite

Step 1: Manage danger; ensure the octopus can’t bite again.
Step 2: Stop and drop and call 000.
Step 3: Remove any jewellery.
Step 4: Apply SMART (compression) Bandage starting at extremities and moving up.
Step 5: Splint and immobilise.
Step 6: Monitor and reassure victim.
Step 7: Wait for an ambulance to arrive. Do not let the victim move.

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19/03/2025

Happy birthday Mike! We celebrated today by taking three young children on a 10km hike. 🥳🫠 You can celebrate by getting 20% off storewide - today only!

PS. Please spam Mike with birthday messages. It’s not everyday you turn 42. 😜

16/03/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Electric Shock

Step 1: Manage danger, eg. turn of power source or remove victim.
Step 2: Be aware of surroundings, eg. Water surrounding victim.
Step 3: Be aware of surroundings eg. Power lines.
Step 4: If unconscious or not breathing, commence CPR and dial 000.
Step 5: Cool any burns under running water for at least 20 minutes.
Step 6: Remove jewellery or clothes from burnt area.
Step 7: Cover with non-adherent dressing and loose bandage.
Step 8: Seek medical attention.

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13/03/2025

Stay safe our cyclone affected friends and brush up on your snake bite first aid. 🫶

Remember to take extreme caution after severe weather ⚠️

Even after storms have passed, snakes can not only be lurking in flood waters, but they can get displaced and end up seeking shelter near people. They may find their way into homes, sheds, or damaged buildings.

If you see a snake:

❌ Don't panic. Most snakes are more scared of you than you are of them. Keep your distance and let them slither on by.
❌ Never try to catch or move a snake yourself, it is usually best to wait for the snake to move away of its own accord.
✔️Keep an eye on it, keep kids and pets away.
✔️Call your local licensed removal specialist.



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11/03/2025

09/03/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Asthma

Step 1: Help the victim to rest and calmly reassure.
Step 2: Assist with prescribed medicine.
Step 3: Assist until ambulance arrives
Step 4: If the victim improves, keep at rest.

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02/03/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Stroke

Step 1: Assess the victim using the acronym FAST.
Step 2: Assess the level of consciousness.
Step 3: Monitor vital signs regularly.
Step 4: Seek medical assistance

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25/02/2025

A reminder that EVERYONE should have a snake bite plan in place.

Braydon Brighton was cutting long grass when he was bitten by a highly venomous brown snake. It was his second brown snake bite and he says he "was a fool" for not having a first aid kit.

23/02/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Head Injury

Step 1: Check for a response. If not breathing or responding begin CPR and call 000.
Step 2: If unresponsive but breathing, or partially responding, place the victim in the recovery position with the injured side down.
Step 3: If responsive, lay victim down with head slightly elevated.
Step 4: Stop any bleeding.
Step 5: Protect from hypothermia.
Step 6: Monitor vital signs.
Step 7: Seek medical assistance.

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15/02/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Fractures

Step 1: Check for wounds
Step 2: Immobilise and support the affected limb
Step 3: Make the victim comfortable
Step 4: Treat to reduce shock
Step 5: Monitor vital signs
Step 6: Seek medical attention

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10/02/2025

Thanks to the team from 4WD 24/7 for sharing this critical information.

09/02/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Spinal Injury

Step 1: If unconscious, clear the airway.
Step 2: If conscious, hold head still.
Step 3: If in water, stay in to support body.
Step 4: Treat any other injuries without movement.
Step 5: Maintain body temperature.
Step 6: After road incidents, infants should be left in their car seat and removed from the car if safe to do so.
Step 7: Rest and reassure the victim.
Step 8: Monitor vital signs.
Step 9: Seek medical assistance.

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04/02/2025

The most romantic gesture? 🌹 Making sure your loved ones (including yourself!) are safe. This Valentine’s Day, skip the wilting flowers and give a gift that truly shows you care - a fully stocked first aid kit. Because nothing says ‘I love you’ like being prepared for whatever life throws your way. Whether you’re treating yourself or someone special, safety is the ultimate act of love. ❤️🚑

04/02/2025

Made specifically for snake bites, the SMART Bandage is essential for the most effective snake bite treatment.

02/02/2025

Safety Sunday ⛑️

Topic: Choking - Complete Obstruction

Step 1: Give 5 back blows, checking the victim for improvement after each one.
Step 2: Give up to 5 chest thrusts. Continue cycle of 5 back blows then 5 chest thrusts if the victim remains conscious.
Step 3: If the victim is not breathing, assist them to the floor and commence CPR.
Step 4: Continue CPR
Step 5: Call 000

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02/02/2025

Seven decades of innovation, leadership, and unwavering commitment to safety! 🎉

Today we celebrate our extraordinary founders, Tim and Jerry, as they turn 70! From starting a property inspection business many moons ago, to Survival in the 80s and now .co these visionaries have transformed how we think about safety.

Their journey isn’t just about building businesses; it’s about saving lives. Tim and Jerry’s passion for safety has touched countless workplaces and families across the country. Their infectious energy, pioneering spirit, and genuine care for others have inspired everyone around them.

To those who’ve crossed paths with this dynamic duo – whether through business, mentorship, or friendship – we invite you to share your favourite Tim and Jerry stories in the comments below! Let’s make their 70th birthday one to remember! 🥳