The SRM Trichy College of Nursing organized a workshop on First Aid and Disaster Management on 22.08.2025 & 23.08.2025 with the objective of enhancing knowledge and preparedness among nursing students. Mr. Shiek Nazzar Dist. Hon Treasurer & Dist Hon Secretary, South Asian Disaster team member, IRSC and his team members were the guest experts for the workshop. First day a detailed lecture covered the types of disasters—natural and man-made—and the phases of disaster management including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The resource persons provided an overview of the principles of first aid, immediate care in case of burns, fractures, bleeding, choking, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Demonstrations were given on the correct techniques for CPR and wound dressing. Students actively participated in simulated drills, such as safe evacuation, triage methods, and emergency bandaging techniques. A mock scenario of an earthquake was enacted where students demonstrated rescue operations, first aid provision, and coordination with emergency services. Overall, the workshop proved to be highly informative and skill-oriented, strengthening the preparedness of nursing students to act as responsible healthcare professionals during emergencies and disasters.
