Partnership boosts first aid training for North Coast Football

A NEW partnership will see Royal Life Saving NSW become the official First Aid training partner for football clubs across the North Coast.

The partnership with North Coast Football (NCF) will provide clubs, coaches, volunteers and community members with easier access to nationally recognised First Aid and CPR training, helping create a safer match day environment for players and participants throughout the region.

Royal Life Saving is a leading provider of accredited First Aid and CPR qualifications and delivers training programs to community groups, schools, businesses and sporting organisations across New South Wales.

North Coast Football said the collaboration reinforces its commitment to maintaining high safety standards and ensuring volunteers are equipped to respond effectively when injuries or medical emergencies occur.

NCF Competitions Manager Becky Wilson said the partnership would help strengthen the knowledge and confidence of those involved in the game.

“We strive to provide our coaches with ongoing education including first aid training courses to help provide knowledge and skills required to administer first aid to a person in case of sudden injury,” Wilson said.

“We encourage as many coaches, parents and players to undertake first aid training so they have the confidence and know-how to respond appropriately and minimise harm or even save a life.

“Royal Life Saving has a fantastic reputation and we are delighted to partner with such an excellent organisation.”

Paul Taylor from Royal Life Saving said the organisation was proud to work alongside North Coast Football to strengthen community safety across the region.

“Royal Life Saving exists to increase physical activity, reduce injuries, and contribute to creating resilient communities,” Taylor said.

“When injuries and medical emergencies do inevitably occur, an immediate response drastically improves the chance of a positive outcome.

“North Coast Football has shown positive leadership to provide training opportunities for volunteers at all clubs throughout the zone and we’re really excited to provide that training.”

In addition to its partnership with North Coast Football, Royal Life Saving offers First Aid and CPR training courses that are open to the public, as well as tailored “in-house” courses for businesses, schools and community organisations.

By David WIGLEY