Control measure Resuscitation of animal
Control measure knowledge
It is possible to carry out cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on animals. There are various sources of information about CPR for animals, including the Blue Cross website:
Oxygen can be provided via oxygen masks designed for people. However, oxygen masks designed for animals are available in various sizes to cater for small pets through to equines.
To protect emergency responders, the animal should be appropriately restrained prior to providing CPR or oxygen. The animal should be placed into the care of the owner, a suitable person, a veterinary surgeon, or an animal care specialist, at the earliest opportunity.
Strategic actions
Fire and rescue services should:
Consider providing equipment appropriate for resuscitating animals
Tactical actions
Incident commanders should:
Assess the available resuscitation equipment for suitability prior to use
Consider appropriately restraining the animal prior to providing CPR or oxygen
Ensure any personnel resuscitating the animal are wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ensure equipment is used effectively and safely
Place the animal into the care of an appropriate person or organisation at the earliest opportunity
TRAINING SPECIFICATION
Knowledge and understanding
| Control measure element | Learning outcome |
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Resuscitation of animal to save life in the absence of veterinary assistance |
Understand:
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Practical application
| Control measure element | Learning outcome |
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Resuscitation of animal to save life in the absence of veterinary assistance |
Demonstrate the ability to:
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