The top cause of preventable death from a trauma is bleeding. 20% of people who have died from traumatic injuries could have survived with quick bleeding control.

North Metro firefighters are now teaching Stop the Bleed® classes to teach participants how to respond to help a trauma victim until first responders arrive.

During Stop the Bleed® training, you will learn how to:

• Determine if an area is safe for you to proceed toward a victim to provide assistance.
• Identify any nearby tools to assist you such as a publicly placed bleeding control kit or everyday items that can be used to control bleeding.
• Use your hands to apply direct pressure at the site of the wound to stop bleeding.
• Pack a deep wound with cloth or gauze to control bleeding.
• Correctly apply a tourniquet to an injured limb to stop bleeding.
• Keep the victim calm until help arrives.

All of the materials used in Stop the Bleed classes are provided through Mile-High RETAC.

Stop the Bleed® classes will be offered following Family and Friends® CPR classes. Participants can attend either or both classes. Online registration is encouraged to ensure a spot in either class. 

Upcoming classes:

Please check back for information on the next round of classes scheduled for this fall.