NOC holds Basic Life Support Training

<strong><em>Gumel, NOC president</em></strong>

ILESANMI TOMISIN ADELEKE

Medical & Scientific Commission, in Collaboration with IOC Medical & Scientific Commission, will offer Basic Life Support (BLS) and Heart Savers Training, to Enhance Emergency Response Skills in Lagos, Nigeria.

Already 60 participants have been identified to be in the training, and they would be split into groups of 15 each.

The event is scheduled from October 7 to October 10, 2024, in Lagos at the Emergency Care Consultants (EHCON).

The Commission and its NOC Medical & Scientific Commission affiliate are dedicated to promoting health, safety, and medical education in sports.

Through this initiative, the Commission would ensure that sports professionals and stakeholders would be equipped with the necessary skills to respond effectively in emergencies.

Both Commissions will collaborate to deliver comprehensive Basic Life Support (BLS) and Heart Savers training to healthcare professionals, medical personnel, and coaches from the National Sports Federations, and State Sports Councils/Commission.

”This collaboration underscores the NOC’s commitment to improving emergency preparedness and response within the sports community and beyond.

”It also aims to enhance the emergency response capabilities of the 60 targeted participants, divided into four sessions with 15 participants each.”

The statement adds that the hands-on training will focus on essential life-saving techniques, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and managing airway obstructions.

”These are critical skills for addressing medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, choking, and other life-threatening situations.

“Our goal is to empower participants with the confidence and knowledge to provide life-saving care in emergencies, Dr Musa Oshodi, Chairman of NOC Medical & Scientific Commission.

“This training is crucial for professionals who are often the first to respond in emergencies, particularly in high-performance sports and public settings.”

The training will be led by Emergency Care Consultants (EHCON), whose certified instructors bring extensive experience in emergency medical care.

Upon completion, participants will receive an official BLS certification, recognized nationwide and essential for healthcare workers, lifeguards, and individuals in other emergency-related fields.

The event will take at Time: 8.00a.m a.m. in each of the days.

Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, President of NOC will officially open the training sessions.