One of every parent’s biggest fears is seeing their child choking. Knowing what to do in this situation could be the difference between life and death for loved ones.

Follow these steps from imperative training to make sure you know what to do if you ever experience a choking child.

How to stop someone from choking

Approximately 16,000 cases of choking are treated in hospital each year in the UK

Choking is something that happens when someone’s airway suddenly gets blocked, either fully or partly, which prevents them from breathing.

How to provide CPR to a casualty

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, commonly known as CPR, is an emergency procedure that is used if someone is not breathing properly or if their heart has stopped. The combination of chest compressions and rescue breaths keep blood and oxygen circulating the body.

How to treat with Sprains & Strains

Sprains and strains are very common injuries that affect the body's muscles and ligaments.

When an excessive force is applied to your joints, the ligaments surrounding your joint may be damaged or torn. This results in a sprain.