Dear Editor,
A seminar about the “Stop the Bleed” first aid process was held last Saturday at the Cuero Sportsmans Club. Forty local citizens attended and were trained in the techniques to stop deadly bleeding caused by an accident Presenting the seminar was Cole Taylero, EMS technician from Calhoun county. The approximately one hour class ended with attendees practicing the processes and getting kits with the necessary materials to use in an emergency.
David Cheek, club treasurer and coordinator of the event, stated, “It is good to know how to deal with a major bleeding accident with all the people using power tools such as chainsaws and lawn mowers. Additionally the equipment used in construction and on the farm present chances for serious injury. Not to mention the most dangerous machine, the car, and its accidents that exist.”
As a retired San Antonio teacher, I know that faculty and staff in San Antonio schools are required to take the training. When you have 1,500 to 2,000 kids in one school district, accidents happen and the school nurse is not always only seconds away from the scene. All school districts should require the “Stop the Bleed” training.
The Cuero Sportsmans Club hopes to make other sessions available to more of the public in the near future. T.E. Kirkland
