FAFM first aid and workplace training

04/08/2026

Fun First aid Facts!

28/07/2026

🚨 Myth Busting: "The More Joules, The Better the Defibrillator!"

This is one of the biggest misconceptions I hear when people are shopping for an AED.

"How many joules does it deliver?"

It's a fair question...

But it's not the most important one.

A lot of people assume that if one defibrillator delivers 200 Joules and another delivers 150 Joules, then the 200 Joule device must be better.

❌ Not necessarily.

A defibrillator isn't judged by one number.

Think of it like buying a car...

Would you buy a vehicle based purely on the size of its engine?

Of course not.

You'd look at the brakes, suspension, safety systems, reliability, fuel economy and overall performance.

Defibrillators are exactly the same.

The effectiveness of an AED depends on many factors, including:

✅ The biphasic waveform
✅ Pulse duration
✅ Automatic impedance compensation
✅ The amount of current delivered to the heart
✅ Correct pad placement
✅ Quality CPR
✅ Time to first shock
✅ Compliance with Australian safety and performance standards

The joule rating is just one part of the equation.

In Australia, ANZCOR recommends 200 Joules as the default initial setting for manual biphasic defibrillation, but that does not mean every public-access AED must deliver exactly 200 Joules.

Different manufacturers use different technologies and waveforms, which is why you'll find quality AEDs on the market delivering different energy levels while still meeting Australian regulatory requirements.

💬 So next time someone tells you...

> "That AED only delivers 150 Joules."

Ask them...

"Is it the joules you're buying... or a defibrillator that has been engineered to deliver an effective shock?"

Sometimes we're asking the wrong question.

❤️ The best AED isn't simply the one with the biggest number.

It's the one that's reliable, easy to use, meets Australian standards, and is available when someone's life depends on it.

What have you heard about defibrillators that you thought was true... but later found out wasn't?

Let's bust some myths together. 👇

27/07/2026

The cool stuff that we find when we are out and about
(and that we now own because well, it's freaking awesome)

This is a vintage "Anatomic Annie" or resus Annie Torso manikin designed for CPR and first aid training

This was manufactured on the 1960's

The face, well she is famously modeled after L Inconnue de la Seine, which is the death mask of an unidentified young woman from the late 1880's

Check out the features!!!

Open chest showing anatomical structures so that proper hand placement and airway management can be show.

I already get stopped all the time when I am travelling due to the training parts I carry

Imagine what people would do if I carry this around!

We are filled with tonnes of fun stuff, cool stuff, quirky stuff and a bunch of real life facts, experiences and knowledge

When you come to one of our courses, you may just get to Meet "Annie" in person.

17/06/2026

Winter’s here… and honestly, it’s the season local businesses feel it most.

If you’re in Victor Harbor, Port Elliot, Middleton, Mount Compass or Goolwa, supporting local doesn’t have to be a big “thing”. It can be simple, regular, and community-minded.

This week, make it your mini mission to:
- Pop in for a coffee instead of driving past
- Grab a toasted sandwich from a local café (bonus points if you sit for 10 minutes and actually enjoy it)
- Buy the gift card, the book, the loaf of bread, the takeaway dinner, the little “I was going to order it online” item… locally

And if you’re a business owner, winter is also a good time to lean into something we don’t do enough of: showing up for each other.

Not in a formal networking way. Just real-life community stuff:
- Walk in and say g’day
- Give someone a quick check-in
- A wave through the window
- A “How are you going?” and a 2-minute chat when it’s quiet
- A simple “If you need anything, yell out.”

Because small towns run on relationships. And the businesses that last are the ones that feel backed by their community and by each other.

So if you’re out and about this week, rug up… then choose one local place to support.
A coffee. A toasted sandwich. A quick hello.

It all counts.

Send a message to learn more

13/06/2026

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12/06/2026

Saved a mate in the park today? Turns out, one of our students did. Real stories like this are why we love what we do. FAFM grads aren’t just ticking boxes—they’re stepping up when it counts. Feel like you could do the same? Book your spot and get ready to be someone’s hero. 🚑✨

11/06/2026

What if you were the calm one?

Most first aid isn’t about heroics. It’s about knowing what to do while help is on the way.

Picture this: A friend trips and cuts their arm. You grab your kit, stay steady, and call 000 with the Emergency Plus app. That’s confidence in action.

Ready to feel prepared, not panicked? Book your spot in our next local class. 💪

10/06/2026

Could you help in a real emergency? Imagine a little one trips at the local hall. You’re calm, grab the first aid kit, and show them how to bandage Teddy’s paw. That’s confidence in action. Want to feel ready too? Book your spot with FAFM and walk out knowing you can handle the unexpected. 😊🚑

09/06/2026

Could you handle a real emergency?

Everyday heroes start with a single step. Quick tip: Would you know what to do if a mate collapsed at the footy? Practising CPR—even just once—can make all the difference.

Ready to feel confident in any situation? Book your local first aid class today! 💪

02/06/2026

We are excited to announce we have a new location in Christies Beach!

Our training will be open to the public every Monday in Christies Beach. check out our website www.fafm.com.au and our events tab for all upcoming courses.

We will have Express training and Standard training in CPR and Provide First aid and White card training as well.

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