Thinking of all our friends, associates and co-workers who have been preparing for Hurricane Irma for the last several days. While the track of the storm has shifted slightly over the last week, the whole state of Florida has been warned to be ready, be safe. We hope you and yours are settled-in safely now. After the storm, we will emerge, ready to take on whatever Irma throws our way.

To the first responders and emergency personnel who will be on duty while the rest of us are keeping our own families safe and secure, we are grateful for these brave people and the sacrifices they make. We send prayers for their safety during the storm and recovery period.

As for Life Safety Solutions, our services and communications may be temporarily hampered due to Irma, however we will do our best to respond to calls and emails as quickly as possible.

Hoping that everyone stays safe.

Image from: National Hurricane Center - Hurricane Irma - www.nhc.noaa.gov

Recognize the warning signs and act F.A.S.T. to give victims the best chances for survival and recovery.

As part of Today's coverage of Bob Harper this week, a reporter along with an American Heart Association representative visit a fitness center to see if members can find the AED. After little success, AHA Instructor Sarah Gillen offers this important advice:

During a cardiac arrest emergency, every second counts. Calling 911, retrieving and using the AED, and performing CPR must happen within minutes. Time spent searching for an AED, or wondering if there even is one, can drastically affect the victim's chances of survival.

Celebrity trainer Bob Harper gives in-depth interview regarding the severe heart attack and cardiac arrest he suffered at a gym on February 12, 2017. He speaks about the event, his ongoing recovery, and some revelations and advice moving forward. If you have the time, the entire interview is well worth it. Regarding his heart attack/cardiac arrest experience in particular: view :51-2:01, and on the importance of CPR and AEDs in gyms and fitness centers: view 4:51-5:24.

Life Safety Solutions was honored to attend Safety Council of Palm Beach County's Safety Awards Luncheon. Palm Beach Sheriff's Office received a Special Recognition Award for their AED Program in addition to a Traffic Safety Award. LSS is proud to partner with PBSO in support of their AED Program. Congratulations to PBSO on making our community a safer one in so many ways!

Instructor Pete onsite earlier this week at the CPR AED class for one of our Partner for Life AED Program Management clients. Another great group of participants learning how to save a life!

To all of our clients, instructors and friends,

We cherish all of our relationships, and wish you joy and peace during this holiday season and throughout the new year. Looking forward to working together next year to make it a safe and happy 2017!
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With much appreciation,
Life Safety Solutions

Thanks to our client for sending this awesome class photo from their recent CPR AED training conducted by LSS Instructor Chris. Participants received instruction, hands-on CPR training, and hands-on AED training with the same model as their onsite AED. Way to be prepared to save a life!

Instructors Bryan and Bruce conduct First Aid, CPR AED, Emergency Epinephrine and Bloodborne Pathogen training earlier today for school staff. What a great group of participants, working hard and learning to save lives on a Friday afternoon! Teachers are the best!