On 16th September 2023, the State Institute of Health and Welfare on Magadi Road, Bangalore, organized a short-term skill-based training program for First Responders at the district training center in Surathkal. Fifty volunteers, along with NSS program officer Dr.Udaya Kumar, participated in the training. The session began with registration and a pretest evaluation. In the morning, participants received information on handling medical emergencies such as fainting and chest pain.
After lunch, the participants were divided into three groups. They rotated through four different skill stations where they gained practical knowledge on helmet removal during accidents, controlling bleeding, and performing CPR. The training concluded with a posttest and certificate distribution to all participants. At the end of the program, all participants took an oath to be dedicated First Responders.
