By: Kin F. Sabala and Angelo L. Andrada
| A participant demonstates mouth-to-mouth resuscitation using a dummy.
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The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) of the Campus chaired by Prof. Joemar A. Lamila conducted training on emergency response, basic life support, and first aid, Oct. 12, at the Campus gymnasium.
Personnel from the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) of Mambusao led by John Paul L. Lusabia, MGAD II, together with Ryan L. Luching, and John Michael Ortencio provided the training for student volunteers.
Members of school organizations like DRRM H.E.L.P.E.R., Red Cross Youth Council, and Student Crime Prevention Council participated in the training in order for them to acquire skills which they can apply in times of emergency situations.
In his opening remarks, Satellite College Director Dr. Adelfo Z. Virtudazo emphasized the importance of the training.
"This training will not only enable us to protect ourselves but also empower us to safeguard others," he said.
Prof. Lamila believed that the training would instill important skills and values to student responders.
"This workshop not only equips students with valuable skills for disaster response but also instills a strong sense of volunteerism, encouraging them to aid those in need. It's about being prepared and willing to help our community during challenging times," he said.
Under the guidance of Lusabia and the expertise of Mambusao MDRRMO, the morning session unfolded as a dynamic exploration of first aid principles. Volunteers actively engaged in hands-on activities, mastering essential skills to become proficient first responders.
Participants delved into the art of crafting triangular bandages, understanding their versatile applications in various emergency scenarios. The session emphasized precision and efficiency in creating effective makeshift bandages.
The practical application extended to diverse injuries, including making carvat for specific wound types, creating square knots from triangular bandages, and skillfully applying head, ear, and arm bandages. Each technique was thoroughly demonstrated and then practiced by the volunteers.
To solidify their learning, volunteers actively participated in return demonstrations. This interactive approach allowed them to showcase their newly acquired skills in crafting bandages and applying them correctly based on the injury type.
Among the participants who attended the training was Ceyene Marie Contreras, DRRM H.E.L.P.E.R. president. She found the training valuable because of the skills she learned that she can apply as volunteer.
“As a DRRM volunteer, I find immense value in learning diverse skills related to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. This training enables me to contribute meaningfully to our community,” she shared.
Another participant was Red Cross youth volunteer Joan Arboleda who learned much from the demonstrations on first aid treatment.
“The morning session was an immersive experience. Mastering the art of crafting bandages and applying them to various injuries is a critical skill set that we, as Red Cross Youth, can utilize to make a difference,” she said.
The afternoon session focused on the vital aspects of basic life support (BLS) and emergency response. Participants delved into the intricacies of cardiac arrest response, CPR techniques with chest compressions, AED usage, and effective responses to choking incidents.
The MDRRMO’s profound expertise lent authenticity to real-life examples, illustrating the recognition of cardiac arrest signs, hands-on CPR techniques involving chest compressions, practical AED usage, and responsive strategies for choking incidents. Every volunteer actively participated, gaining practical experience with chest compressions on a dummy.
The collaboration between the MDRRMO and the school’s DRRMO fostered a dynamic learning environment. Real-life examples enriched the training, ensuring participants received not only theoretical knowledge but also practical insights into emergency response strategies.
The training workshop demonstrates the commitment of both students and local organizations to build a safer and more resilient community, ready to respond effectively to emergencies and disasters.