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Are you currently CPR certified?

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July 20, 2026, 08:22 PM
hrcjon
Are you currently CPR certified?
I have to get recertified every 2 years as a FF, which for any civilian is I think the recertification window. So if its been more than two years I suggest you go find a course and spend a few hours. The protocol has changed signifigantly.


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July 20, 2026, 10:01 PM
jeffxjet
My job requires it every year. So I've been current in first aid and cpr for almost 30 years.


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July 21, 2026, 12:12 AM
KMitch200
quote:
Originally posted by hrcjon:
I have to get recertified every 2 years as a FF, which for any civilian is I think the recertification window. So if it’s been more than two years I suggest you go find a course and spend a few hours. The protocol has changed signifigantly.

What has changed??
In the 15 years I’ve been retired, the ONLY thing that has changed is the max depth of compressions and don’t bother with a pulse check.
The rate of compressions is still the same for adults and children.


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July 21, 2026, 07:09 AM
selogic
Every couple of years the Red Cross comes out with new training materials that have some insignificant change ,Companies have to buy the new books and videos . Big bucks I'm sure .
July 21, 2026, 12:27 PM
odin
We have to requalify every two years...... so, my answer is "YES"!!!
July 21, 2026, 01:47 PM
chongosuerte
quote:
Originally posted by KMitch200:
quote:
Originally posted by hrcjon:
I have to get recertified every 2 years as a FF, which for any civilian is I think the recertification window. So if it’s been more than two years I suggest you go find a course and spend a few hours. The protocol has changed signifigantly.

What has changed??
In the 15 years I’ve been retired, the ONLY thing that has changed is the max depth of compressions and don’t bother with a pulse check.
The rate of compressions is still the same for adults and children.


It depends on the certification level.

Pulses are still checked for BLS level certification. And children/infants that are unresponsive get compressions if they are under 60 HR.

AHA has adopted the Red Cross choking back slaps for adults.

Pushing the belly over for pregnant women.

New recommendations on compression method on infants.

Etc.

In general, nothing crazy. But there are usually minor changes every couple of years. And vastly different than 20 years ago.



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