Session 7 Lightning talk: Empowering students through KnifeSaver training

Abstract

Session overview:

This session highlights a transformative initiative that equips students with essential life-saving skills through the KnifeSavers program. By addressing the critical need for emergency preparedness, we aim to empower students with the knowledge and confidence to act decisively in situations involving traumatic bleeding, the leading cause of preventable deaths in trauma cases.

Participants will be introduced to evidence-based techniques such as applying tourniquets, packing wounds, and utilizing Bleeding Control Kits, which are strategically placed across campus. This practical training fosters inclusivity and relevance by ensuring that the skills taught are accessible to students from all disciplines, regardless of their background or prior experience.

The initiative aligns with the core value of placing students at the heart of everything we do. By offering them the tools to respond effectively in emergencies, we are cultivating a safer and more resilient campus community. The session will also emphasize student voices, sharing feedback from participants who have experienced this training and demonstrating its impact on their confidence and sense of responsibility.

This proposal resonates with LJMU’s mission by promoting inclusivity, practical skill-building, and evidence-informed practice. Attendees will leave with insights into how this initiative supports wellbeing, enhances the university experience, and can serve as a model for good practice across departments and institutions.

Key learning points from this session:

Attendees will learn how empowering students with KnifeSavers skills can enhance emergency preparedness and save lives. Key takeaways include understanding the practical application of Bleeding Control Kits, fostering inclusivity in skill development, and the broader impact of equipping students with confidence and knowledge to respond effectively in life-threatening situations.

Empowering students through KnifeSaver training PowerPoint. Only LJMU staff and students have access to this resource.