How long have you been doing training?
On-Site Health and Safety Training was one of the first training services of its kind in the midwest. This trainig service spans a generation and continues to grow in size and services. The owner, Kay Maddox, has been a certified Instructor for nearly twenty-five years and has developed, coached, and mentored other Instructors in establishing a similar service to reach and teach more rescuers.

Does CPR really work?
I know that CPR really does work because I have performed CPR successfully and saved a life. CPR can buy time before EMS arrives. Bystander CPR increases a victim's chance of survival by keeping oxygen rich blood circulating through the heart and lungs to the brain. CPR is even more successful when combined with the use of an AED.

What is an AED?
An AED is a small, portable, Automatic External Defibrillator which delivers a "shock" or dose of electircity to the heart muscle to help restore a normal rhythm. The heart muscle receives the shock more effectively when it has been oxygenated with good CPR. Anyone can learn to use an AED because it's easy and completely goof proof.

Can I catch a disease doing CPR?
All particpants in CPR classes conducted by On-Site Health and Safety Training use individual mannequins with disposable lungs. All training equipment is disinfected under the supervision of a registered nurse. Participants who are ill or infectious are asked to delay training untill they are well. When each participant has his or her own mannequin class time is reduced because there is no waiting.
To reduce the chance of cross contamination in a real life rescue situation it is advisable to wear personal protective equipment also know as PPE. Trainees are shown how to use PPE during class. CPR masks and shields are available for purchase at the end of training session and sometimes given as prizes during class.

Do I have to take a test?
All training agencies like the American Heart Association require trainees to take a written test if a certification card is awarded. A written test helps the Instructor measure your learning. The modern teaching methods used and correct student/Instructor ratio will help all trainees be successful on a written test and accurate with skills. Our passion is to teach you, not fail you.

What if I make a mistake or break a rib?
The Good Samaritan Law offers protection from liability to people who become rescuers and perform CPR or First Aid measures to the best of their ability and in good faith. The Good Samaritan Law will be addressed in detail in your CPR and First Aid Class.

How long is a course?
On the average, each CPR or First Aid course is designed to train participants efficiently in approximately four hours or less depending on the class size. Additional training modules will increase class time. Most of the class time is spent with the participant practicing skills on a mannequin. The On-Site Health and Safety Training team believes that multiple Instructors can help reduce classroom time.

How long will my certification last?
All American Heart Association certifications are granted for a two year renewal time period. However, you may renew, refresh or retrain more often than every two years if you feel the need or if your work requires it.

How much does each course cost?
Each course has a customary fee which is standard for the midwest area. On-Site Health and Safety Training is proud to say that our fees schedule has not changed in the last five years. Our goal is to deliver a quality product at the lowest possible price compared to our competitors. We offer new customer pricing and frequent specials for our existing customers.