For this year's annual Shakeout, the SRD is providing a free 'Earthquake First Aid' session to community members so they are better able to care for their family members, friends and loved ones after a major earthquake which will overwhelm the ability of first responders to provide assistance.

The session will be take place from 1:00-4:00pm on Monday October 23rd at Gorge Hall. You can register directly by sending an email to preparednesssrd.ca or by calling 250-830-6702.

Learning Objectives
Wound Care
Stop The Bleeding
Slings & Splints
Moving a Victim


Earthquake-induced injuries range from mild cuts and bruises to more serious conditions such as severe fractures, internal organ damage, crush syndrome, and burns. The best way to prevent these injuries is to take some time today and identify things that might fall during shaking. Imagine if the room were picked up, shaken up and down, and side to side. Which items could fall and injure you? Consider things such as televisions, shelves, mirrors, pictures, water heaters, refrigerators, and bookcases.

No certification is provided at this workshop, it is for practical knowledge and skill development only.