As the evenings start to draw in, our first September meeting brought something a little different. Thanks to Lancashire Constabulary, one of their Armed Response Units joined us for a fascinating training session. Don’t worry — CFRs aren’t being trained…
This evening, our very own “man in green,” Stuart P, delivered an in-depth and practical overview of trauma and trauma-related injuries, focusing on how to deal with them safely and effectively. We began with the correct method for removing a…
On a gloriously sunny evening on 29th July, the Rossendale First Responders headed to Edenfield Community Centre for one of our much-loved No Fear CPR/AED training sessions. With a full crew in tow— Kelvin, David, Dawn, Stuart, Kath, and Paulene—we…
No Fear CPR & AED Sessions at Ramsbottom Theatre Royale On July 22nd and 23rd, the Rossendale Community First Responders brought their life‑saving skills to the Summerseat Players at the Ramsbottom Theatre Royale – and what an energising couple of…
On July 14th, training included special guest Rachel Yates Hoyles from Beacon Dementia & Wellbeing, who discussed dementia types, communication strategies, and personal experiences with the condition. First responders learned about providing effective care for individuals with dementia and explored Beacon's services, history, and future plans during a valuable Q&A session.
As CFR’s & ECFR’s there is a requirement to have our emergency response knowledge tested annually to ensure our skills are as up-to-date as they can be. The assessments usually last for around 20 to 40 minutes and is carried…
Thank you to all our team who give up their time no matter what they are doing and respond to the those people in our community who need immediate medical response. Day or night, 24 hours a day, 7 days…
A mild June evening saw us spending the evening with the Rossendale & Pendle Mountain Rescue Team () at their HQ in Burnley. Fortunately on this occasion, and for this event not a flying ant in sight!!! A number of…
This evening was an exciting one for the team as we were fortunate enough to have Stuart, who is a Rossendale CFR working as an NWAS EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), bring a spare ambulance over to show the rest of…
This evening, Rossendale CFRs teamed up with Rossendale & Pendle Mountain Rescue Team to deliver a great training session that portrayed two simulated casualties. Clowbridge Reservoir was the chosen site for the training, offering it’s uneven terrain and beautiful views…