Grade 9 learners engage in action-packed safety education
Discover how an educational presentation and a demo on emergency services captivated Grade 9 learners at De La Salle Holy Cross College. From CPR to helicopter manoeuvres, this event left students inspired and equipped with vital safety knowledge.
On 30 and 31 July, an educational presentation and demonstration took place at De La Salle Holy Cross College, focusing on the topic of ‘Emergency Services and Safety’.
Organised by Clive Maher of SCP Security, the event brought together SCP Security, Help24 Ambulance, AIEM (African Institute of Emergency Medical Services), and SCP Fire Search and Rescue to deliver an engaging talk and demo on various safety topics.
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Nathanael Block from AIEM delivered an important and educational talk on CPR, stopping the bleed, and choking. He demonstrated different scenarios and provided learners with the opportunity to participate in practical exercises. His lecture was well-received, underlining his expertise as an instructor.
Retired divisional fire chief Richard Eustace engaged the students with an informative presentation on the dangers of fire, different types of fires, and fire safety measures. His presentation was filled with humor and intriguing facts, captivating the learners’ attention.
Reyno from HELP24 Ambulance made the day even more memorable by allowing the learners to explore the ambulance, ask questions about the life of a paramedic, and handle some of the life-saving equipment used daily.
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Adding to the excitement, George Tonking of Bidvest treated the students to an epic fly-by in his R44 turbine helicopter. His aerial manoeuvres provided incredible entertainment and served as the highlight of the event, reminiscent of a scene from the movie Top Gun.
“As one of the organisers, I thoroughly enjoyed spending the two days educating and demonstrating the various emergency services. We are fortunate to have these services readily available at our fingertips, and it is reassuring to know that we can count on each other for assistance,” he said
Maher explained that the partnership between emergency services is more than just professional; it is a big family working together with a common goal of keeping our community, elderly, families, and children safe 24/7.
“We feel blessed to be of service to such a cool and supportive community. The event was a success, leaving a lasting impact on the Grade 9 learners at De La Salle Holy Cross College and emphasising the importance of emergency services and safety in our daily lives.”
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