{"id":7067,"date":"2025-10-16T15:12:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T14:12:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/the-most-common-mistakes-in-first-aid-at-work-how-to-avoid-them-with-ias-1-and-ias-2-training\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T13:07:57","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T12:07:57","slug":"the-most-common-mistakes-in-first-aid-at-work-how-to-avoid-them-with-ias-1-and-ias-2-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/the-most-common-mistakes-in-first-aid-at-work-how-to-avoid-them-with-ias-1-and-ias-2-training\/","title":{"rendered":"The most common mistakes in workplace first aid: how to avoid them through IAS 1 and IAS 2 training"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><p><strong>Table of contents<\/strong><\/p><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#comprendre-le-secourisme-en-entreprise-un-pilier-de-la-securite-au-travail\">Understanding workplace first aid: a cornerstone of occupational safety<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#pourquoi-chaque-employe-doit-connaitre-les-gestes-de-premiers-secours\">Why every employee should know basic first-aid procedures<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#les-obligations-legales-et-les-formations-ias-1-ias-2-reconnues-en-suisse\">Legal requirements and IAS 1 \/ IAS 2 training recognised in Switzerland<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#le-role-cle-du-sauveteur-dentreprise-et-du-premier-intervenant\">The key role of the workplace first aider and first responder<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#les-erreurs-de-secourisme-les-plus-frequentes-en-milieu-professionnel\">The most common first-aid mistakes in the workplace<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#oublier-de-verifier-letat-de-conscience-et-la-respiration-de-la-victime\">Failing to check the casualty\u2019s level of consciousness and breathing<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#mal-alerter-les-secours-ou-donner-des-informations-incompletes\">Failing to alert the emergency services correctly or providing incomplete information<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#effectuer-des-gestes-de-premiers-secours-inadaptes\">Performing inappropriate first-aid procedures<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#les-fausses-croyances-en-secourisme-quand-la-bonne-intention-devient-un-risque\">First-aid misconceptions: when good intentions become a risk<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#je-ninterviens-pas-je-ne-suis-pas-forme-la-peur-dagir\">\u201cI won\u2019t intervene; I\u2019m not trained\u201d: the fear of taking action<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#je-me-souviens-de-ma-formation-dil-y-a-dix-ans-le-manque-de-recyclage\">\u201cI remember my training from ten years ago\u201d: the lack of refresher training<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#je-ferai-comme-jai-vu-dans-les-films-les-gestes-spectaculaires-mais-dangereux\">\u201cI\u2019ll do what I\u2019ve seen in films\u201d: spectacular but dangerous actions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#comment-eviter-ces-erreurs-grace-a-la-formation-ias-1-et-ias-2\">How to avoid these mistakes through IAS 1 and IAS 2 training<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#des-formations-certifiees-et-reconnues-ias-src-edu-qua\">Certified and recognised training: IAS, SRC, eduQua<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#une-approche-pratique-centree-sur-les-reflexes-reels\">A practical approach focused on real-life responses<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#le-role-du-recyclage-et-de-la-mise-a-jour-des-competences\">The role of refresher training and skills updates<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#les-benefices-concrets-pour-lentreprise-et-ses-collaborateurs\">Practical benefits for the company and its employees<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#moins-daccidents-aggraves-plus-de-reactivite-collective\">Fewer aggravated accidents, greater collective responsiveness<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#un-climat-de-confiance-et-de-securite-renforce\">A stronger climate of trust and safety<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#une-conformite-assuree-avec-les-exigences-sst-et-msst\">Compliance with OHS and MSST requirements<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the workplace, a simple reflex can save a life\u2026 or make the situation worse. All too often, when a workplace accident occurs, initial first-aid procedures are performed incorrectly: the wrong position, failing to raise the alarm or ill-advised haste can turn a manageable situation into a critical emergency.<br \/><strong>Workplace first aid<\/strong> is more than a legal requirement: it is a vital skill that every employee should possess. This is why <strong>IAS 1 and IAS 2 training<\/strong>, recognised by the <strong>Swiss Interassociation for Rescue (IAS)<\/strong> and the <strong>Swiss Resuscitation Council (SRC)<\/strong>, provides a solid foundation for responding calmly and effectively.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article, inspired by the expertise of <strong>SafetyFirst<\/strong>, guides you through the <strong>most common mistakes in workplace first aid<\/strong> and explains how to avoid them. The objective is to strengthen the safety culture within companies, develop the right <strong>emergency response reflexes<\/strong> and emphasise that every action matters, especially when it has been properly learned and practised.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comprendre-le-secourisme-en-entreprise-un-pilier-de-la-securite-au-travail\">Understanding workplace first aid: a cornerstone of occupational safety<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Workplace first aid<\/strong> is based on a simple principle: being ready to respond immediately to an accident or medical emergency. In a professional environment, where risks vary depending on the job \u2014 falls, burns, choking, electric shock \u2014 the speed and precision of the response can save a life.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pourquoi-chaque-employe-doit-connaitre-les-gestes-de-premiers-secours\">Why every employee should know basic first-aid procedures<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Basic first-aid procedures<\/strong> are not reserved for professional rescuers. Every employee, whether working in an office or on a construction site, should be able to recognise an emergency, <strong>secure the area<\/strong>, <strong>alert the emergency services<\/strong> and <strong>respond effectively<\/strong>. Simply applying pressure to a wound or performing <strong>cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)<\/strong> correctly can make all the difference before the emergency services arrive.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"les-obligations-legales-et-les-formations-ias-1-ias-2-reconnues-en-suisse\">Legal requirements and IAS 1 \/ IAS 2 training recognised in Switzerland<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Switzerland, <a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/\">occupational <strong>health and safety (OHS)<\/strong> legislation<\/a> requires companies to ensure protection and risk prevention. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/certified-first-aid-training\/ias-1-training-certification-in-emergency-management-and-workplace-safety\/\">IAS 1 training<\/a><\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/catalogue-of-services\/ias-2-first-aid-in-critical-situations\/\"><strong>IAS 2<\/strong><\/a>, certified by <strong>eduQua<\/strong>, meet this requirement precisely: they prepare employees to respond according to protocols validated by the <strong>SRC<\/strong> and the cantonal authorities.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>IAS 1<\/strong>: introduction to first aid, learning basic procedures and recognising vital signs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IAS 2<\/strong>: advanced training and further development, including complex scenarios and <strong>refresher training<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"le-role-cle-du-sauveteur-dentreprise-et-du-premier-intervenant\">The key role of the workplace first aider and first responder<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Designating a <strong>workplace first aider<\/strong> is essential for every organisation: this trained person becomes a <strong>first responder<\/strong> capable of ensuring the immediate safety of casualties while waiting for the emergency services. Beyond technical procedures, this person is a true <strong>prevention ambassador<\/strong>. Through regular training, they develop their <strong>emergency response reflexes<\/strong>, remain calm in the face of panic and embody collective responsibility within the company.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Workplace first aid<\/strong> is therefore not simply a training module, but a genuine culture: one of respect for life, solidarity and responsiveness.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"les-erreurs-de-secourisme-les-plus-frequentes-en-milieu-professionnel\">The most common first-aid mistakes in the workplace<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even with the best intentions, an incorrectly performed action can have serious consequences. In companies, certain mistakes are frequently made when a workplace accident occurs. Identifying them makes it possible to adopt safer reflexes and prevent an emergency situation from becoming worse.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ne-pas-securiser-la-zone-de-laccident-avant-dintervenir\">Failing to secure the accident area before intervening<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most common mistakes observed is acting in haste. Instinctively, people rush to the casualty without assessing the dangers. Yet <strong>securing the scene<\/strong> is the absolute priority. Before providing assistance, it is essential to check for ongoing risks: traffic, electricity, fire, falling objects, chemicals\u2026<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/certified-first-aid-training\/ias-1-training-certification-in-emergency-management-and-workplace-safety\/\">A <strong>workplace first aider<\/strong> trained in <strong>IAS 1<\/strong><\/a> learns to <strong>protect others without putting themselves at risk<\/strong>, establish a safety perimeter and alert colleagues. This simple reflex often prevents a second accident.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"oublier-de-verifier-letat-de-conscience-et-la-respiration-de-la-victime\">Failing to check the casualty\u2019s level of consciousness and breathing<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people think that a casualty who does not speak is necessarily unconscious. This is false. <strong>IAS 1 training<\/strong> teaches a systematic assessment: speak to the casualty, gently stimulate them, then check their <strong>breathing<\/strong> and signs of life.<br \/>Ignoring these steps can delay <strong>cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)<\/strong> or lead to inappropriate procedures. The initial assessment is therefore the foundation of effective <strong>workplace first aid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mal-alerter-les-secours-ou-donner-des-informations-incompletes\">Failing to alert the emergency services correctly or providing incomplete information<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another common mistake concerns raising the alarm. Calling the emergency services is important; providing them with the right information is vital.<br \/>A clear message should always include:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the exact location of the accident;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the nature of the incident (medical emergency, fall, electric shock, bleeding\u2026);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the <strong>number of casualties<\/strong> and their <strong>condition<\/strong>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the <strong>procedures already performed<\/strong>.<br \/>The emergency numbers to remember in Switzerland are: <strong>144<\/strong> (medical emergency services), <strong>118<\/strong> (fire brigade), <strong>117<\/strong> (police) and <strong>112<\/strong> (European emergency number).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"effectuer-des-gestes-de-premiers-secours-inadaptes\">Performing inappropriate first-aid procedures<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Poorly performed procedures are among the most common causes of complications.<br \/>A few examples:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the event of <strong>choking<\/strong>, back blows should be firm but controlled; there is no need to strike violently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For <strong>severe bleeding<\/strong>, direct pressure should be applied to the wound, while improvised tourniquets should be avoided.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the event of a <strong>cardiac emergency<\/strong>, the priority is to call <strong>144<\/strong>, use an <strong>automated external defibrillator (AED)<\/strong> and begin chest compressions in accordance with the <strong>SRC<\/strong> protocol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These mistakes demonstrate how risky it can be to act without training. Only certified training, such as the <strong>IAS 1 and IAS 2 courses<\/strong> offered by <strong>SafetyFirst<\/strong>, ensures that participants acquire the right procedures and the confidence needed to respond effectively in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"les-fausses-croyances-en-secourisme-quand-la-bonne-intention-devient-un-risque\">First-aid misconceptions: when good intentions become a risk<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At work, as elsewhere, emergencies are often accompanied by misconceptions. Out of fear of doing something wrong or relying on distant memories, many employees repeat inappropriate procedures. These <strong>first-aid misconceptions<\/strong> are one of the main causes of mistakes during a workplace accident.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"je-ninterviens-pas-je-ne-suis-pas-forme-la-peur-dagir\">\u201cI won\u2019t intervene; I\u2019m not trained\u201d: the fear of taking action<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This phrase is often heard, especially when faced with a medical emergency or loss of consciousness. Yet <strong>doing nothing can sometimes be more dangerous than acting cautiously<\/strong>. <strong>IAS 1<\/strong> training helps overcome this fear by providing the basics: protect, alert, assist.<br \/>Even a simple action, such as securing the area or calling <strong>144<\/strong>, can save a life. <strong>Workplace first aid<\/strong> is above all about responsiveness and composure, not technical perfection.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"je-me-souviens-de-ma-formation-dil-y-a-dix-ans-le-manque-de-recyclage\">\u201cI remember my training from ten years ago\u201d: the lack of refresher training<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Emergency response reflexes<\/strong> are quickly forgotten. According to the recommendations of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.resuscitation.ch\/fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Swiss Resuscitation Council (SRC)<\/a><\/strong>, it is advisable to complete <a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/catalogue-of-services\/ias-2-first-aid-in-critical-situations\/\"><strong>IAS 2 refresher training<\/strong><\/a> every two years to keep skills up to date.<br \/>Procedures evolve, techniques change, and regular practice helps maintain the coordination required during resuscitation or severe bleeding. <strong>Updating knowledge<\/strong> ensures safe, precise and effective procedures at the crucial moment.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"je-ferai-comme-jai-vu-dans-les-films-les-gestes-spectaculaires-mais-dangereux\">\u201cI\u2019ll do what I\u2019ve seen in films\u201d: spectacular but dangerous actions<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lifting a casualty, slapping them to \u201cwake them up\u201d or giving them water after a shock\u2026 these actions are still observed far too often. In reality, they make the situation worse.<br \/><strong>Workplace first-aid training<\/strong> teaches participants to assess the situation calmly, respect the casualty\u2019s physiology and avoid any risky handling.<br \/>The <strong>workplace first aider<\/strong> should rely on simple, scientifically validated procedures: the <strong>recovery position<\/strong>, <strong>chest compressions<\/strong> and <strong>breathing checks<\/strong>. Nothing spectacular, but everything needed to save a life.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Breaking free from misconceptions also means recognising the importance of <strong>continuing training<\/strong>. This is what distinguishes a good reflex from false confidence.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comment-eviter-ces-erreurs-grace-a-la-formation-ias-1-et-ias-2\">How to avoid these mistakes through IAS 1 and IAS 2 training<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Responding correctly at the right moment cannot be improvised. <strong>IAS 1 and IAS 2 training<\/strong> provides safe, validated procedures adapted to all the situations encountered in the workplace. These modules, offered by <strong>SafetyFirst<\/strong>, are based on the official standards of the <strong>Swiss Interassociation for Rescue (IAS)<\/strong> and the <strong>Swiss Resuscitation Council (SRC)<\/strong> to ensure comprehensive and rigorous learning.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"des-formations-certifiees-et-reconnues-ias-src-edu-qua\">Certified and recognised training: IAS, SRC, eduQua<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>IAS 1 and IAS 2 courses<\/strong> are not simply awareness sessions. They are recognised nationwide and certified by <strong>eduQua<\/strong>, a mark of quality for professional training in Switzerland.<br \/>The programme includes:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a clear theoretical approach based on the recommendations of the <strong>SRC<\/strong>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>practical exercises supervised by certified instructors;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>official validation of the level achieved at the end of each module.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This training ensures a <strong>genuine command of first-aid procedures<\/strong>, adapted to each professional context.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-safetyfirst-s-rl wp-block-embed-safetyfirst-s-rl\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"AhlJliFizj\"><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/comparatif-cours-premiers-secours-bls-aed-src-ias-1-ias-2\/\">Comparatif 2025 : Quelle formation premiers secours choisir entre BLS-AED-SRC, IAS 1 et IAS 2 ?<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Comparatif 2025 : Quelle formation premiers secours choisir entre BLS-AED-SRC, IAS 1 et IAS 2 ?&#8221; &#8212; SafetyFirst S\u00e0rl\" src=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/comparatif-cours-premiers-secours-bls-aed-src-ias-1-ias-2\/embed\/#?secret=JVu9GcHEKV#?secret=AhlJliFizj\" data-secret=\"AhlJliFizj\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"une-approche-pratique-centree-sur-les-reflexes-reels\">A practical approach focused on real-life responses<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SafetyFirst places the emphasis on practical training. Participants are immersed in <strong>realistic emergency situations<\/strong>: electric shock, choking, cardiac emergency, bleeding or a fall. Each scenario helps strengthen <strong>emergency response reflexes<\/strong>, stress management and team coordination.<br \/>This immersion creates strong automatic responses: check safety, assess the casualty, alert the emergency services and intervene. These steps become ingrained reflexes, essential to effective <strong>workplace first aid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"le-role-du-recyclage-et-de-la-mise-a-jour-des-competences\">The role of refresher training and skills updates<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First-aid procedures are not learned once and for all. <strong>IAS 2<\/strong> training includes <strong>regular refresher training<\/strong>, which is essential for maintaining the first aider\u2019s confidence and effectiveness.<br \/>Updates include the latest <strong>SRC<\/strong> recommendations, technological developments such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/how-to-use-a-defibrillator-aed-in-an-emergency-the-guide-to-saving-lives\/\">the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)<\/a><\/strong> and feedback from real-world experience.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By completing this training, every <strong>workplace first aider<\/strong> becomes a strong link in the safety system: capable of responding with precision, calm and effectiveness during the most decisive minutes.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"les-benefices-concrets-pour-lentreprise-et-ses-collaborateurs\">Practical benefits for the company and its employees<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Training employees in <strong>workplace first aid<\/strong> is not just about complying with the law: it is an investment in safety, cohesion and confidence. A well-prepared company responds more effectively in an emergency and significantly limits the consequences of an accident.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"moins-daccidents-aggraves-plus-de-reactivite-collective\">Fewer aggravated accidents, greater collective responsiveness<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every minute counts during a <strong>workplace accident<\/strong>. An employee trained in <strong>IAS 1 or IAS 2<\/strong> knows how to assess the situation quickly, raise the alarm effectively and perform essential first-aid procedures.<br \/>This responsiveness reduces the risk of complications and enables professional rescuers to intervene under the best possible conditions. A trained team creates a smooth chain of action in which everyone knows their role.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"un-climat-de-confiance-et-de-securite-renforce\">A stronger climate of trust and safety<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When employees know they can rely on one another, a lasting sense of safety takes hold. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/\">Training in basic first-aid procedures<\/a><\/strong> creates a culture of mutual assistance and shared responsibility.<br \/>Employees become more attentive to their surroundings, calmer in crisis situations and more supportive of one another. This leads to a better working atmosphere and greater commitment to the company.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"une-conformite-assuree-avec-les-exigences-sst-et-msst\">Compliance with OHS and MSST requirements<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swiss companies must comply with <strong>occupational health and safety (OHS)<\/strong> standards and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/elaboration-dun-concept-msst-sur-mesure-pour-votre-entreprise\/\">MSST occupational health and safety model<\/a><\/strong>.<br \/>By relying on <strong>IAS 1<\/strong> and <strong>IAS 2<\/strong> certified training, SafetyFirst helps organisations meet legal requirements while strengthening their prevention efforts.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Basic first-aid procedures<\/strong> cannot be improvised: they must be learned, practised and refined. Through <strong>IAS 1 and IAS 2 training<\/strong>, every employee can become a key contributor to <strong>workplace prevention<\/strong>.<br \/>By investing in these skills, companies do more than avoid mistakes: they develop a genuine safety culture based on responsibility and solidarity.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SafetyFirst<\/strong> supports this approach with professionalism and commitment.<br \/>\u27a1\ufe0f<a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/certified-first-aid-training\/ias-1-training-certification-in-emergency-management-and-workplace-safety\/\"> Discover IAS 1 and IAS 2 training <\/a>and turn every reflex into a life-saving action.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the workplace, a simple reflex can save a life\u2026 or make the situation worse. 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