Protecting Young Lives: Preparation for Life-Threatening Incidents

"If you're a teacher, you're inside of your classroom, or if you're out on a playground, you're technically that first responder, right? You're the first person that is there and can help render aid to this person." — Sandy Gaddy

 

The Teacher Edition podcast, hosted by Jenny Copeland, welcomes Sandy Gaddy, account executive at Active Defender. As educators, life-saving preparedness rarely makes our daily priority list among lesson planning, meetings, and countless other responsibilities. While emergencies may be uncommon in schools, the crucial question remains: Are you prepared to save a life if needed? Sandy’s background in firefighting and being an EMS provider gives him unique insight into crisis response. Sandy helps organizations with safety protocols and emergency preparedness, working specifically with schools to ensure educators have the knowledge and tools to protect lives effectively.  

 

Episode Highlights:

• Stop the Bleed: The importance of this life saving national campaign and how everyone– from educators to parents– should be trained in these techniques.
• AED Essentials: Why AEDs are crucial in every school and tips on maintaining them effectively.
• “Stop and Think” Drills: Incorporating mental drills that could make all the difference in critical situations. 
• Importance of Early Behavioral Analysis: The impact of recognizing and reporting behavioral changes in students to prevent incidents before they happen.

 

Educators and administrators are encouraged to take a look at their preparedness for lifesaving moments and situations within the classroom. By focusing on prevention, awareness, and practical drills, educators will have an actionable framework to enhance the safety and security of their school communities. 

 

Every day in the classroom is an opportunity to impact and inspire through God’s power and grace.

Go do what God has called you to do!

 

“The likelihood of needing to use lifesaving tools may be rare but it is of utmost importance, because as a teacher, you are the first responder.” — Sandy Gaddy

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About Our Guest

Sandy Gaddy has built his career in high-pressure environments, starting as a firefighter and EMS provider in one of North Carolina’s busiest emergency medical systems. His firsthand experience responding to emergencies gave him a deep understanding of the challenges faced by first responders and public safety professionals.

Now serving as an account executive at Active Defender, he leverages his expertise to help organizations enhance safety, security, and emergency preparedness. Committed to making a difference, he works closely with clients to provide innovative solutions that empower those on the front lines and ensure they have the tools needed to protect lives effectively.

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