Recognize emergency situations and activate the EMS system using the emergency action stepsAssess responsive and unresponsive injured or ill persons using systematic checking proceduresPerform CPR and operate an AED for adults, children, and infants in cardiac arrestProvide first aid care for choking in adults, children, and infants using appropriate intervention techniquesRecognize and respond to sudden illnesses including respiratory distress, anaphylaxis, diabetic emergencies, seizures, and strokeProvide first aid for traumatic injuries including wounds, burns, bleeding, shock, and musculoskeletal injuriesIdentify and treat environmental injuries and illnesses including heat and cold exposure, poisoning, and bites and stingsApply infection control practices and obtain consent prior to providing emergency carePrepare for emergencies by maintaining first aid kits and knowledge of local emergency resources