By Corrections1 Staff
One of the most important things corrections officers need to have when it comes to saving a life is knowledge of bleeding control techniques. From proper use of tourniquets to treating blood loss with a trauma kit, here’s a quick quiz on bleeding control provided by our online training partner Corrections1 Academy. Most of this information comes from Stop the Bleed, a national awareness campaign aimed at encouraging bystanders to become trained in bleeding control techniques in the event of an MCI or other mass emergency.
How did you do? Make sure to share your results and challenge your colleagues to match or beat your score, and check out the following articles to further expand your knowledge:
What to do until medical arrives: Bleeding
Basic first aid: How to stop bleeding
Why correctional officers need to train to use and carry an IFAK