“ In removing someone else ’ s helmet there ' s a knack , it is NOT just a matter of pulling it off .” about that however , without the first aid training that three of us had I ' m certain it would ' ve be much worse . The training we had undertaken just a few months earlier was motorcycle specific , teaching things that normal first aid courses don ' t . Assessing the scene , removing hazards , ' diagnosing ' the condition of the patient and implementing a plan to secure the scene .
There ' s no doubt that one of the greatest parts of this course was the removal of the helmet . Should it have been removed in my case ? Probably not . It doesn ' t matter , it was removed safely , minimising any further damage .
Our training , invaluable and which I believe every motorcyclist , especially those that travel and explore remote areas , should undertake to learn , was provided by First Aid For Motorcyclists .
An Australian based company , specialising just in motorcycle accident scene assessment and management , First Aid For Motorcyclists has a team of highly trained professionals that not only have the medical skills to pass on to others , they also ride motorcycles and know exactly what is required in these stressful situations .
Having undergone many first aid courses over the years , I thought what more can I learn . Putting aside my arrogance , I realised there was more I didn ' t know than what I did .
The knowledge I gained from the course was enough to enable me to work with the other riders , providing the confidence to ensure the risks were minimised . For this , I can ' t thank Trace Hughes and Roger Fance enough for what they taught me and my fellow riders .
If you ride or have a loved one that does , I can ' t recommend a motorcycle specific first aid course enough . And if you ' re able , do one of the best ones around , the sort provided by First Aid For Motorcyclists .
First Aid For Motorcyclists Ph + 61 408 956 435 Web www . firstaidformotorcyclists . com . au
Pic : Ray Lindner
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