Ogun Treasury Prioritise Staff Health with Practical Resuscitation Training
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As part of its quarterly health talk series, the Office of the Ogun State Accountant General, State Treasury, has reinforced a training session for staff, focusing on the practical aspects of resuscitation during emergencies such as fainting and choking.
During the session, Accountant General, State Treasury, Mr. Tunde Aregbesola, said the practical aspect followed last quarter’s topic, ‘Sudden Death: Causes and Prevention’. He emphasised that staff must be equipped with hands-on skills to respond swiftly and effectively in life-threatening situations before professional medical help arrives.
He reiterated that the regular health talk was aimed at building health consciousness among staff, stressing that paying attention to warning signs, seeking prompt medical advice as well as making lifestyle adjustments would improve quality of life and promote longevity.
“Health is not something to take for granted, which is why we are encouraging our staff to always be vigilant, go for regular medical check-ups, and act on any health concerns without delay. A healthy workforce is the foundation for effective service delivery,’’ he said.
Also speaking, Consultant at the State Primary Health Care Board Dr. Temitope Yomibo-Sofolahan, who gave the practical demonstration on resuscitation during emergencies, explained that such incidents, often caused by heart or breathing complications, could occur at any time, hence, staff needed to be equipped with the confidence to act swiftly, as many lives are lost without timely assistance.
Dr. Yomibo-Sofolahan, stressed that resuscitation begins with ensuring personal safety, avoiding clustering around the victim, checking responsiveness and calling for help, while emphasising ‘Basic Life Support’ which focuses on maintaining airway, breathing and circulation as an essential skill for everyone.
She added that providing first aid before professional help arrives could be the lifesaver from death, urging staff to apply the skills at home and in the community, as emergency preparedness is a civic duty that could reduce preventable deaths and promote a healthier society.
Speaking on behalf of the participants, Mr. Dele Isinkaiye, commended the AG for conceiving and sustaining the initiative, describing him as a leader who genuinely prioritised the well-being of his staff, noting that the session was practical, insightful and timely, as it marked a valuable step in their health awareness journey.
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