DCMH staff, EMT's provide lifesaving education

(GREENSBURG, Ind.) – Decatur County Memorial Hospital and Decatur County EMS have been providing lifesaving health skills in the community. 

They have conducted Emergency  Bleed education and basic first aid information at several different locations. 

They participated in the Farm Safety Day at the Decatur County Purdue Extension Office, where 28 attendees received training surrounding farm safety, as well as a large-scale event coordinated by the Decatur County Soil & Water Conservation District, where more than 300 fifth-grade students gained hands-on safety education.

They also provided the training to Greensburg High School’s Agriculture, Construction and Welding classes last week. 

In total, 95 students and staff members completed Emergency Bleed training. Emergency Bleed Kits were also distributed to these classrooms, ensuring lifesaving resources are close at hand should an accident occur.

“These trainings prepare students, teachers, and our community members to step in and save a life while EMS is en route,” said Decatur County EMS Manager Matt Myers. 

The training sessions cover three essential techniques:

1. Direct Pressure – using firm pressure to control bleeding.

2. Wound Packing – safely filling deep wounds to slow blood loss.

3. Tourniquet Application – learning proper placement and use of tourniquets for severe injuries.

   
   

In addition to training, each participant received a complimentary Emergency Bleed Kit or first aid kit with supplies designed to assist in an emergency.

Through recent Hospital Foundation funding, DCMH continues to expand this program, bringing vital training and resources to more classrooms, businesses, and community events across Decatur County.

“We offer both Stop the Bleed and Emergency Bleed Training to give schools, organizations, and community members options that fit their needs,” said Staff Development Coordinator Annie Swinney. “Whether it’s hands-on practice or classroom-based instruction, our focus is to help people feel prepared to respond in an emergency.”

For more information about Stop the Bleed Training or to schedule a training for your organization, please contact the Staff Development Coordinator at 812-663-1123 or annie.swinney@dcmh.net