KUWAIT: The Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) announced Tuesday that it has received official accreditation from the American Institute of Health and Safety for its first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) courses. KRCS Vice Chairman Dr Nasser Al-Tanak told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that this accreditation reflects the society's commitment to global standards in training its staff and volunteers. He added that it aligns with KRCS's vision to develop its training programs, expand its international partnerships, and solidify its humanitarian role in emergency response, ultimately building a safer and more prepared community.
Al-Tanak further explained that the accreditation is part of the society's ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities of its volunteer teams to the highest international levels. It enables KRCS to conduct internationally recognized training courses, providing trainees with certificates accredited by one of the world's leading specialized bodies in health and safety. He emphasized the importance of spreading health awareness about first aid within the community, highlighting its role in saving lives and mitigating the negative effects of injuries. He also stressed the importance of qualifying individuals to take appropriate actions for injured persons in emergencies until specialized medical assistance arrives.
Al-Tanak noted that first aid courses are a significant social initiative for the KRCS, offered through events and workshops to all government bodies and through the society's Medical Services Department. — KUNA