Bleeding Control Training for School Staff Why Equipment Alone Is Not Enough

Bleeding Control Training for School Staff Why Equipment Alone Is Not Enough

Table of Contents

1. Why Training Is Essential for Bleeding Control

2. What RCW 28A.210.440 Requires for Staff Training

3. Core Skills Covered in Bleeding Control Training

4. Online Versus In Person Training Options

5. Maintaining Confidence Through Refresher Training

6. How Response Ready Medical® Trains School Staff

Why Training Is Essential for Bleeding Control

Traumatic bleeding emergencies escalate rapidly. Without training, even well stocked bleeding control kits may go unused or be used incorrectly during high stress situations.

Training ensures staff can recognize life threatening bleeding and take immediate action while emergency responders are en route.

What RCW 28A.210.440 Requires for Staff Training

Washington law requires schools to maintain a minimum number of trained employees capable of responding to bleeding emergencies.

Training may be delivered online or in person but must include hands on instruction covering essential bleeding control techniques.

Core Skills Covered in Bleeding Control Training

Effective training focuses on practical application rather than theory alone.

Core skills include

• Identifying life threatening bleeding
• Applying direct pressure effectively
• Using compression bandages
• Applying tourniquets correctly
• Maintaining scene safety

These skills are designed for non medical responders.

Online Versus In Person Training Options

Online training offers flexibility and scalability while in person training provides hands on repetition and feedback.

Many schools choose a blended approach to balance accessibility with skill confidence.

Maintaining Confidence Through Refresher Training

Skills fade without practice. Refresher training helps staff retain confidence and competence while reinforcing best practices.

Refresher sessions also help schools maintain compliance as staff turnover occurs.

How Response Ready Medical® Trains School Staff

Response Ready Medical® provides bleeding control training designed specifically for school environments.

Support includes

• Hands on and virtual training options
• Compliance aligned curriculum
• Instructor led demonstrations
• Documentation support for schools

Training transforms equipment into lifesaving capability.