More than 30 cadets from the Kootenay zone competed in a first aid competition hosted by 552 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron (RCACS) on April 8, at the Foursquare Church in Cranbrook.

Cadets competed in teams of four and completed both a written examination and a practical test. For the practical test, realistic injuries are created on live casualties to simulate a scenario. Each team responds to the scenario with measured skill and speed, while keeping regard for the nature of the causalities’ injuries and any apparent hazards to the team members.

Points are awarded for executing established emergency scene management procedures and protocols. Points are deducted for neglect or aggravation of injuries, delay and unnecessary treatment or activity. The competitors may only ask the examiners about the causalities’ vital signs, as they cannot be simulated.

The full results of the competition are as follows:

St. John’s Ambulance First Aid Training is an integral part of cadet training and a prerequisite for some advanced training.

First Aid training is provided free to all cadets who wish to participate.

Corps and squadrons may enter one junior and one senior team. Junior teams must consist of members under 15 years of age.

Provincial standings are based on the scores from each zone competition after all six zone competitions have taken place.

Lead image: Cadets from 279 RCACS placed First in the Senior category of the First Aid Competition held in Cranbrook on April 8, 2017. Cadets are assessed based on their knowledge and application of first aid skills and receive medals in recognition of their achievements. From left: Connor Furedi, William Doratty, Thomas Gold, team captain Kelton Kinch and Major Anthony Bone. Photos submitted

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