The Detroit Fire Department has trained nearly 200 employees of the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) in CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) use.
The training was held as part of a professional development day for teachers, ensuring that more school staff members are prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies.
The Detroit Fire Department collaborated with DPSCD trainers to increase the number of participants receiving instruction in lifesaving techniques.
Detroit has been designated the largest HEARTSafe Community in the United States, with more than 15 percent of residents trained in at least Hands-Only CPR.
To maintain HEARTSafe status, a community must meet 13 criteria, including training at least 15 percent of its population annually, implementing strategies to increase public awareness, ensuring AEDs are accessible, and recognizing individuals for their lifesaving actions.
The Detroit Fire Department plays a leading role in CPR training citywide, working with various community organizations to expand access to instruction.
Over the past year, more than 100,000 people have been trained in CPR through programs offered at city recreation centers, community events, and training sessions.
Residents interested in receiving CPR training can register through the Detroit Fire Department’s online scheduling system.
DPSCD officials have emphasized the importance of CPR and AED training, noting that quick intervention during cardiac emergencies can save lives.
A portion of this semester’s professional development day was dedicated to training school staff, reinforcing the district’s commitment to safety and preparedness.
The initiative aligns with broader efforts to ensure that more Detroit residents are equipped with essential lifesaving skills.
The Detroit Fire Department trained nearly 200 Detroit Public Schools Community District employees in CPR and AED use as part of a professional development day.
The training supports the city’s HEARTSafe Community status, which requires ongoing efforts to improve public awareness and emergency response capabilities.
Detroit has trained more than 100,000 people in CPR over the past year through partnerships and community programs.
The school district’s initiative highlights the importance of emergency preparedness in educational settings.
