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What is an IP rating and why does it matter for my AED

What is an IP rating and why does it matter for my AED?

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Ingress Protection or (IP) Ratings represent levels or amounts of protection that a device or object has against the intrusion of solid objects and liquids.  An international standards organization, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) sets the standards for the ratings.1  A multitude of equipment types which are altogether known as electrotechnology are rated by these standards.  Think about the […]

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Why won't my workplace accept the American Red Cross certification?

Why won’t my workplace accept the American Red Cross certification?

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Heart disease is the number one killer worldwide. For this reason, it is very important for healthcare providers and for bystanders to learn how to recognize cardiac emergencies and how to quickly intervene. Two of the greatest and widely known organizations that offer different CPR trainings are the AHA ( American Heart Association ) and

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Why can't I find my BEACON eCard on the AHA Website How to verify an eCard

Why can’t I find my BEACON eCard on the AHA Website? How to verify an eCard

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One of the most common questions we receive after a student has completed their American Heart Association certification course is “How can I find or verify my E-Card?”. Since the American Heart Association offers a few different options for course delivery it is important to know how and where to go to verify your eCard

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Giving Tuesday: Cardiac Arrest Not-For-Profits in Our Communities

Giving Tuesday: Cardiac Arrest Not-For-Profits in Our Communities

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It seems this last week of November brings a deluge of official and unofficial holidays. One of these, Giving Tuesday, is an important reminder to support the many not-for-profit organizations that serve our communities. As you finish up your Thanksgiving leftovers, we want to take a moment to highlight a few organizations that Code One

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Daycare Center CPR and First Aid Requirements for Maine

Daycare Center CPR and First Aid Requirements for Maine

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Entrusting the care of your child/children to others, especially people who are essentially strangers, can be an anxiety laden experience.  Like any good parent, the desire to know “the essentials” is something that it all boils down to.  Is that company or location prepared for any emergencies that might occur?  What training does each of

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