Regardless of your current job or profession, CPR and first aid training can further anyone’s skillset, especially in emergency situations. In fact, about 400,000 people die annually from cardiac arrest and performing CPR can reduce these unnecessary deaths. No matter the situation, if you are CPR and first aid certified, you will be able to help save someone’s life, dress a wound, or help a child in need. At OC Safety, we would rather everyone be safe than sorry, so we offer CPR and first aid courses and certifications.

Prevent Worsen Symptoms

Depending on the situation, if an individual does not receive immediate care, their symptoms may increase and their condition may worsen. Proper first aid care could mean the difference between extensive hospital care or not. And, these situations may pop up more frequently than you would expect. For example, if you have children, care for family members, or work in an office, anything could happen to those around you and immediate care could be necessary.

At OC Safety, we’re proud to offer classes in Aesthetic Training. Our courses continually grow and improve with each innovative medical discovery. Now, more than ever, Aesthetic Training is seeing a surge and growing in popularity. Why? The requests for non-invasive cosmetic procedures have seen an unprecedented boom. In order to meet the demands of your clients, we invite all medically trained professionals in the beauty industry (whether they be physician assistants, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, or licensed estheticians) to come to OC Safety and receive additional supplemental training in order to be able to offer specialty services to their clients.

Medical Aesthetic Training Courses

Patients are more frequently opting for non-surgical beauty enhancements because these types of cosmetic treatments offer fast results with minimal-to-no recovery time. These beauty services are the perfect option for those who wish to tweak their appearance and combat the signs of aging—all without going under the knife! Set yourself apart from competitors by learning the proper execution and practice of the following types of beauty and cosmetic treatments:

Dermaplaning is still relatively new to the world of skin treatments, but it's quickly becoming a go-to treatment for cosmetic skincare. Essentially shaving on steroids, dermaplaning is an exfoliating treatment that can remove dead skin cells and leave the skin glowing – so is it right for you? At OC Safety, we're proud to offer a number of safety training courses including the ins and outs of dermaplaning, so we wanted to shed some light on this popular new skin treatment.

Why Dermaplaning Is Rising In Popularity

So what exactly is dermaplaning? In essence, it's a shaving treatment – the difference is that instead of a conventional razor blade, dermaplaning involves a surgical-grade scalpel. This means the blade not only eliminates any hair or peach fuzz, but also scrapes off the top layer of dirt, oil, and dead skin cells from the treated skin, leaving the skin smooth and shiny and exposing the fresh, healthy skin underneath.

In recent years, microneedling and beauty administrations have seen an increase in demand. There is a huge demand to address wrinkle reduction, acne scarred, hyperpigmentation and changing dull skin to flawless skin; the easy procedure of microneedling does this effectively. This procedure is rising in popularity, not only because of the ease in which they are applied, but because of the amazing and rejuvenating effects they produce almost instantly. If you or your business is considering our Microneedling & Dermaplaning certifications, we ask that you take a look at how this can affect you in a positive way and how it can possibly generate more clients or more revenue for yourself and your business!

Opens Job Opportunities

If you are someone who is currently in the job market looking for a new position in the beauty or medical industry, this certification will likely set you apart from others who are vying for the same position. Adding this certification to your resume can potentially qualify you for other higher-income jobs. It can also assist you in your current position by opening you up to offer other services, acquiring other clients, or give you a better opportunity for an income raise when it comes to re-evaluating your position at your company!

In recent years, Botox implementations and dermal filler administrations have seen an increase in demand. These procedures have gained popularity, not only because of the ease in which they are applied, but because of the amazing and rejuvenating effects they produce almost instantly. If you or your business is considering our Botox & Fillers certifications, we ask that you take a look at how this can affect you in a positive way and how it can possibly generate more clients or more revenue for yourself and/or your business!

Opens Job Opportunities

If you are someone who is currently in the job market looking for a new position in the beauty or medical industry, this certification will likely set you apart from others who are vying for the same position. Adding this certification to your resume can potentially qualify you for other higher-income jobs. It can also assist you in your current position by opening you up to offer other services, acquiring other clients, or give you a better opportunity for an income raise when it comes to re-evaluating your position at your company!

Dermaplaning is still relatively new to the world of skin treatments, but it's quickly becoming a go-to treatment for cosmetic skincare. Essentially shaving on steroids, dermaplaning is an exfoliating treatment that can remove dead skin cells and leave the skin glowing – so is it right for you? At OC Safety, we're proud to offer a number of aesthetic safety training courses including the ins and outs of dermaplaning, so we wanted to shed some light on this popular new skin treatment.

Dermaplaning: What You Need to Know

So what exactly is dermaplaning? In essence, it's a shaving treatment – the difference is that instead of a conventional razor blade, dermaplaning involves a surgical-grade scalpel. This means the blade not only eliminates any hair or peach fuzz, but also scrapes off the top layer of dirt, oil, and dead skin cells from the treated skin, leaving the skin smooth and shiny and exposing the fresh, healthy skin underneath.

At OC Safety, we're proud to make the world a safer place by offering effective, easy-to-understand safety training and certification classes to organizations and individuals throughout the Orange County, CA area. We offer a wide range of safety training ranging from foundational skills like CPR & First Aid to specialized certification courses like our HIPAA Compliance Training Certification. But one of our most important safety training courses is also one that gets often overlooked: Pediatric First Aid.

What to Expect From Our Pediatric First Aid Training

Most people understand the importance of getting trained in CPR & First Aid. But while this class is a great place to get started with safety training, the skills needed to provide CPR & first aid to children are different from those for adults – and that's why our Pediatric First Aid class is so important for anyone who regularly supervises children.

The Healing Power of Microneedling

For those looking for a minimally invasive way to reduce visible scarring, improve hair growth, or increase the amount of collagen in the skin, microneedling is the solution. Microneedling has long been one of the most effective treatment modalities available to induce collagen production and stimulate overall dermal rejuvenation. When combined with PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and medical grade chemical peels, you will experience drastic and long-lasting results.

Microneedling and peel combination therapies deliver excellent improvement in texture, tone, tightness and pigmentation. With these two practices in combination, you are sure to see incredible improvements in your skin and overall confidence!

At OC Safety, we want to give you the skills to be safe and keep others safe throughout the year. This is especially applicable during the holidays when you are gathered with larger groups of friends and family, have inclement weather, and adhere to different work or personal schedules due to holiday activities. Our safety specialists want to ensure that you are equipped with the necessary tools and skills to make any situation safe, whether that is refreshing yourself with one of our CPR or first aid training classes or taking a safe and relaxing holiday with family. Please contact our safety team for information about our upcoming classes or to ask any questions about keeping safe during the holidays.

Dress Appropriately

This holiday season, you may be staying at home or going to a new destination for a vacation. OC Safety always wants you and your family to dress appropriately for your surroundings. For example, if you are going to a ski-snow destination, please dress in layers to protect yourself from the cold, ensuring that all of your skin is covered and you are not leaving any skin exposed to frostbite. Similarly, if you are headed to a beach destination, remember to wear protective clothing for the sun and sunscreen. During the winter months, your skin is more sensitive to the sun and can burn easier, keep this in mind while at the beach.

At OC Safety, our mission is to make the world a better place by providing life-saving safety training to citizens, employees, and organizations. We're proud to offer a comprehensive selection of safety training courses ranging from beginner skills like First Aid & CPR to advanced safety classes like Blood Borne Pathogens Certification and Basic Life Support courses, and our trainers are experienced safety professionals who use these skills on a regular basis, ensuring quality safety training no matter what the situation. While we regularly welcome everyday individuals into our safety classes, we also offer on-site training for organizations that need it – including the crucial skills of First Aid & CPR for companies of any size.

On-Site CPR & First Aid Classes for Businesses

In the workplace, accidents are never too far away, and no matter what your business or the size of your company, having employees trained on crucial safety procedures can be the difference between a happy ending and disaster. Effective safety training is especially critical for companies where employees are responsible for overseeing other people or in more dangerous working environments, but CPR & First Aid skills can come in handy no matter what your employees do.

At OC Safety, we are always getting questions about the difference between Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). We offer both BLS certification and CPR certification classes, and that’s why we want to clear up the confusion. Our OC Safety team wants to ensure that you fully understand the details of each training certification and who should take either course. Continue reading to learn more about BLS certification and CPR certification. 

What Is CPR?

CPR is cardiopulmonary resuscitation or the act of compressing an individual’s chest in order to circulate blood from the heart to the brain and back to the heart again. CPR is done to oxygenate the brain. CPR is administered when an individual is experiencing cardiac arrest, and their heart has stopped circulating blood. CPR is necessary or recommended for the following positions and jobs:

Aesthetic training is supplemental training offered by OC Safety that certifies people who have trained backgrounds in medicine or spa treatments such as physician assistants, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, or licensed estheticians. This supplemental training offers increased knowledge in cosmetic treatments by providing additional insight and intelligence in specific areas and coupling it with direct and applied practice.

Types Of Treatments

The curriculum that we offer was designed by a nurse practitioner we have on staff that has over 20 years’ experience in this area under her belt. With her knowledge and expertise, classes were created to improve the professionalism, experience, and the execution of the following types of wellness and cosmetic treatments:

On-Site Training Courses

At OC Safety, our mission is to make the world a safer place by teaching people the skills they need to take action during an emergency. We're proud to make our First Aid & CPR Certification courses and other safety certification classes open for anyone to sign up for, but in addition to individual classes, we also regularly perform on-site training courses to businesses and organizations throughout the Orange County area. Whether your employees require safety training due to regulations or you simply want to make your company a safer place, our on-site safety training courses are the perfect way to give your team the skills they need.

On-Site Safety Training for Orange County Organizations

When disaster strikes, it usually strikes without warning – and often, the difference between a happy ending and the unthinkable is the training and preparedness of the people involved. At OC Safety, we provide best-in-class safety training courses on a wide range of topics to give people the skills to respond in case of emergency, and with our on-site safety training classes, we can help your organization learn to respond to any situation.

At OC Safety, our mission is to make the world a safer place for everyone. We're proud to help further that goal by providing comprehensive safety training & certification courses to individuals and organizations throughout the greater Orange County, CA area, but in addition to our safety classes, we strive to be a comprehensive resource for every aspect of safety. Safety is doubly important when it comes to kids, and with summer just around the corner, it's important that parents and kids alike know how to handle some of the most common emergency situations that can arise. To help keep you and your children safe this summer, read on for a few simple summer safety tips custom-made for kids.

How to Handle Minor Emergencies for Kids

Summer is a time of play, fun, and exploration for kids everywhere. But inevitably, there will be some bruises and battle scars in the midst of the activity. Knowing how to handle a situation before it arises is critical to getting the best outcome, so to help make your summer a little safer, follow these helpful kid-focused safety tips:

A heart attack is a frightening experience. If you have experienced a heart attack, or are close with someone who has, you should know this: You are not alone. In fact, tens of thousands of people survive heart attacks and go on to lead productive, enjoyable lives. 

As you work toward recovery, the frequently asked questions below can help you better understand what has happened, and how your heart can heal. Knowledge is power. Arming yourself with this information can help you can live a healthier, longer life.

The First Aid classes at OC Safety addresses the use of tourniquets in cases of severe bleeding that pressure alone cannot stop.

We also indicate that the use of a tourniquet by untrained rescuers can easily result in more harm than good. The use of tourniquets has a bit of a spotty history, in that there are many opinions as to their efficacy, some using no more than anecdotal evidence. We’ll take a look at the related issues in this post, but keep one overriding fact in mind – you should never try to use a tourniquet to control severe bleeding until after first attempting targeted direct pressure. Most bleeding can be stopped very well by this method alone, even bleeding that is coming from a large vein or artery. Given enough time, the bleeding will usually stop. Uncontrolled bleeding is one of the most preventable causes of death, so there may indeed be occasions where proper use of a tourniquet can save the life of a bleeding victim.

Who Should Be CPR Certified?

At OC Safety, we're proud to offer comprehensive safety training courses ranging from Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification to basic First Aid training to people throughout Orange County, CA. One of our most popular course offerings is CPR certification. CPR certification is useful to everyone - from members of the general public to professionals in a wide range of industries. Many professions require CPR certification. However, but even if your job doesn’t, it’s important to be well-acquainted with the life-saving techniques of CPR so that you are ready to take action should a family member, friend, or stranger be affected by an emergency situation.

Professions That Benefit from CPR Certification?

Wondering if you should get certified in CPR? Here's a list of a few professions that can benefit from CPR certification, even it it may may not be a requirement:

There are many types of seizures that can affect the entire brain or certain parts of it, causing a wide range of symptoms from loss of consciousness and minor twitching to violent convulsions. The type of seizure that most people are familiar with are known as tonic-clonic seizures, where the person falls down and begins shaking aggressively until the seizure subsides. This is one of the few types of seizures that are classified as major seizures, and knowing how to respond when you notice someone having a seizure can help save their life.

At OC Safety, we help people make a difference in their community, providing them with the skills and knowledge they need to be able to respond quickly and correctly in the event of emergency to protect those around them, whether they are family, friends, or strangers. To make sure you are ready to face the unexpected, below is a detailed guide on what you should do if you see someone having a seizure.

Busting Myths About Blood Borne Pathogens

At OC Safety, our mission is to create a safer world by providing the high-quality safety training courses that first responders, medical professionals, and other workers in dangerous environments need to protect and save lives. While many workplace dangers are clear and obvious, there are many hazards that aren't so easy to spot upon first glance. Blood borne pathogens are an example of these dangers. BBPs include conditions like HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Herpes Simplex Virus 1 & 2, and many more viruses and microorganisms. To help clarify the dangers of and best practices for avoiding blood borne pathogens (BBPs), we wanted to dispel a few common myths about blood borne pathogens.

Top Myths About Blood Borne Pathogens

BBPs are dangerous: though invisible, exposure to even a minuscule amount of blood can cause infection transmission. However there are many myths about BBPs. Here are a few blood borne pathogen myths we can put to rest for good:

The Truth About Online ACLS Certification

For those looking to get their certification for Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), online certification programs offers a level of convenience and flexibility that’s hard to beat as it can easily fit within anyone’s busy schedule. However, online ACLS certification programs do have a few downsides that can catch you off guard if you don’t know what to look for. To make sure that you know everything that you need to know before you invest your time and money in taking an online ACLS certification course, your local Orange County safety training experts here at OC Safety have put together this helpful guide. Check out the information below to learn more!

The Validity Of Online ACLS Programs

Unfortunately, even if you complete an online ACLS certification program, it does not mean that your certification is valid, as there are different types of programs that can give you varying levels of ACLS training. Since most people who will be getting certified for ACLS are professionals that need to be certified for their job, the validity of the certification is ultimately up to their employer. The requirements for accepted ACLS certification will vary from company to company, and since online programs provide you with a limited form of training, some employers may not accept the online certification.