Every year, thousands of Nigerians experience sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. In most cases, survival depends on whether someone nearby knows CPR and can act within the first few minutes.
The Reality in Nigerian Workplaces
Most Nigerian workplaces — offices, factories, transport hubs, construction sites — have no trained first responders on staff. When an emergency happens, the typical response is to rush the person to the nearest hospital, losing critical minutes.
Basic Life Support (BLS) training can change this equation.
What CPR/BLS Training Covers
Our PULSE CPR-certified training programme covers:
- Recognising cardiac arrest: Signs and symptoms, when to act
- Chest compressions: Proper technique for adults, children, and infants
- Rescue breathing: When and how to provide ventilation
- AED operation: Using an Automated External Defibrillator
- Choking response: The Heimlich manoeuvre and back blows
- Recovery position: Stabilising an unconscious, breathing person
Who Should Be Trained
Every organisation with staff should consider training at least 10% of their workforce in BLS. Priority roles include:
- Reception and front desk staff
- Security personnel
- Drivers and transport operators
- Floor managers and team leads
- Health and safety officers
The Business Case
Beyond saving lives, CPR training demonstrates corporate responsibility, satisfies HSE requirements, and can reduce your organisation's liability exposure. Some insurance providers offer reduced premiums for companies with trained first responders.
Our Training Programme
Kinedic, in collaboration with Brookfield Clinics, offers on-site CPR/BLS certification training for organisations across Abuja. Courses are practical, hands-on, and delivered by certified instructors.
Contact us to schedule a training session for your team.