Improving Safety and Compliance in Residences for the Elderly: The Importance of First Aid Training at Saint-Bernard Academy
In a context where the safety and health of residents in seniors' facilities are paramount, first aid training is becoming an essential element. This article details the importance of first aid certification, particularly that offered by the Académie Saint-Bernard, which complies with the CSA Z1210-17 standard, thus ensuring top-quality, recognized training.
The Regulatory Framework for First Aid in Private Residences for the Elderly
Legislative context
Regulations governing first aid training in private residences for the elderly (RPAs) are strictly defined by the standards of the Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST), and supplemented by CSA standard Z1210-17. The latter is specifically designed for workplace training organizations, guaranteeing a quality program and management for first aid training.
Training requirements
According to Appendix IV of the regulations, all supervisory personnel in an RPP must be of legal age and possess a certificate of successful completion of general first aid training that meets the specific requirements of CSA Z1210-17. This standard guarantees that the training received is adapted to the specific needs of a workplace such as an RPP.
Académie Saint-Bernard First Aid courses
Program description
Académie Saint-Bernard offers "Intermediate Level (16h)" and "Health Care Professional (16h)" first aid courses, both of which comply with CSA Z1210-17. These courses are structured to provide the skills needed to respond effectively to emergency situations in specific environments, such as RPPs.
Benefits of Academy Training
By choosing Académie Saint-Bernard-certified training, participants benefit not only from a program that meets the highest standards, but also from top-quality instruction developed by qualified instructors. The skills acquired during training are crucial to the safety and well-being of seniors.
Impact and Skills Validation
Supervision and Compliance
It is crucial for RPP operators to ensure that all attendants, including residents or supervising tenants, hold valid certifications. These certifications must be renewed periodically to remain compliant with regulatory requirements.
The importance of keeping skills up-to-date
Académie Saint-Bernard also offers automated refresher and updating sessions to ensure that certificates remain valid and that first-aiders' skills are up to date with the latest practices and regulations.
Strategic Partnership with RQRA: Synergy for Excellence
As part of our ongoing commitment to improving the safety and well-being of seniors, Académie Saint-Bernard is proud to announce its partnership with the Regroupement québécois des résidences pour aînés (RQRA). This partnership illustrates our shared commitment to raising the bar on quality and safety in seniors' residences. By working closely with the RQRA, we are pooling our expertise to offer a safe environment where each individual can benefit from quality care and assistance adapted to their needs.
This collaboration goes beyond a simple exchange of resources; it represents a strong commitment to the well-being of seniors, underlining the importance of ongoing training. It also gives us access to top-quality resources and enables us to develop specific training programs that meet the unique challenges of seniors' residences.
This partnership with RQRA is not just a commitment to excellence, but a true act of determination to ensure a better future for our seniors, who are invaluable players in our society. By working together, Académie Saint-Bernard and RQRA are strengthening the skills and qualifications of those who care for our aging population.
Conclusion
First aid training offered by Académie Saint-Bernard represents an essential opportunity to improve safety in private seniors' residences. By adhering to the strict standards of CSA Z1210-17, Académie Saint-Bernard guarantees quality training that not only equips participants with vital skills, but also ensures long-term regulatory compliance. Encouraging and facilitating access to such training is an important step towards a safer and more secure environment for our seniors.
Key words:
- Security
- Compliance
- Seniors' residences
- First aid training
- Académie Saint-Bernard
- RQRA
- Certification
- CSA Z1210-17 standard
- Regulatory framework
- Training requirements
- Supervisory personnel
- Training program
- Emergency skills
- Valid certificates
- Regulations
- Skills update
- Refresher course
Sources:
- https://publications.msss.gouv.qc.ca/msss/document-003565/
- https://publications.msss.gouv.qc.ca/msss/fichiers/2022/22-843-04W.pdf
- https://academiesb.com/formation/secourisme-professionnel-de-la-sante-16h-conforme-a-la-norme-csa-z1210-17/
- https://academiesb.com/formation/secourisme-niveau-intermediaire-16h-conforme-a-la-norme-csa-z1210-17/
- https://www.rqra.qc.ca/ms/Academie-saint-bernard