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Irish Red Cross First Aid Training

irish red cross first aid training

A century and a half ago, an ambitious idea became reality with the establishment of the ICRC and relief Societies, known today as National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. The Red Cross Movement, with 97 million members worldwide, is the largest humanitarian aid organisation in the world today. It was founded by Swiss business man Henri Dunant following the battle of Solferino in northern Italy in 1859, which saw over 40,000 people killed or wounded. Horrified by the anguished cries of the war-wounded left to suffer and die on the battlefield (many of whom pleaded for the coup de grace), Dunant organised help from the nearest village, Solferino. The wounded, from both sides, were ferried to makeshift hospitals in local homes and barns. Dunant returned to Geneva where he penned his account of the battle in "A Memory of Solferino", urging people to set up voluntary relief societies to deal with the hardship of war. His book led to the foundation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This organisation was established by Dunant and four Geneva businessmen in 1863. The following year, the first Geneva Convention for the alleviation of the conditions of the wounded in armies in the field was adopted, together with the emblem of the Red Cross on a white background. The principles and aims of the ICRC were replicated in National Societies around the world with members trained in First Aid and emergency care. It was decided that the ICRC should continue to be run by Swiss nationals. After World War I it was decided that National Societies should form their own umbrella group also based in Geneva - this was known as the League of Red Cross Societies but today is called the Federation of Red Cross & Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The Irish Red Cross Society is a member of the IFRC which has 192 member societies around the world.

Walk Snowdonia

walk snowdonia

Guided Walks in Snowdonia Whether you want your Guided Walk up Snowdon, want to get into mountaineering, or have climbed many summits, we will help you achieve your adventurous hiking goals. Here at Walk Snowdonia we can't wait to help you ascend and descend the tallest peaks in this picturesque mountain range.Friendly and Professional Snowdonia mountain guides Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Walk Snowdonia offers a professional service from start to finish providing you with the help and support you need to create memories of a lifetime. From the moment you book your Snowdonia walk, we will send you information and advice, answer all your questions and keep you up to date before the guided walk. Educational Guided Walks in Snowdonia The Snowdonia Mountain guides who work for Walk Snowdonia have an in-depth knowledge of the Snowdonia National Park and mountain environments and we aim to share this knowledge with you. We will bring your guided walk to life with interesting facts and information. Because our group sizes are smaller we can answer more of your questions. Snowdon GuidesThe mountain guides who work for Walk Snowdonia are all locals who live within a short distance of Snowdon. This gives them an intimate knowledge of the National Park and they will be able to answer all your questions and enrich your day with facts and knowledge of the local area. Safe Guided walks up Snowdon Your safety is paramount. The British mountains are dangerous and inhospitable places and require a range of skills to enjoy safely. Our Mountain Guides are fully qualified Mountain Leaders with years of experience. They are Snowdonia locals with an intimate knowledge of Mount Snowdon, the glorious National Park, and the mountain weather. We pride ourselves on offering fun, safe, stress-free, and informative guided walks. Qualified Mountain Guides All our Mountain Guides are qualified and assessed by the Mountain Training Association and are fully qualified mountain guides and have years of experience. They also have a 16-hour Outdoor First Aid Certificate as a minimum. All participants are covered for all activities by our public liability insurance.