CPR is a Superpower

Ever wished you had a superpower? Well, guess what? 38 of our Johnstown employees already do! It's called CPR, and it's way cooler than X-ray vision.

Picture this: You're at work and suddenly, your buddy Mark clutches his chest, crumples to the ground, and stops breathing. Panic sets in, right? But wait! You remember that CPR course you took recently and spring into action, checking for responsiveness and breathing, asking a bystander to call emergency services and get an AED, and then – boom! Chest compressions and breaths, just like you practiced. You're basically Mark's tiny heart, keeping it going until the pros arrive. Talk about a hero moment.

Every minute without CPR, Mark's brain loses precious oxygen. But you, my friend, can buy him those crucial minutes, doubling or even tripling his chances of survival. That's right, you could be the reason Mark walks his daughter down the aisle, tells his grandkids corny jokes, or wins that chili cook-off (his secret recipe, though!).

Learning CPR isn't rocket science and Johnstown employees recently took on-site classes and updated their skills. All it took was a few simple steps, some practice, and a whole lot of heart.

Dan Johnson, Safety and Health Manager, said, “We think of it as an investment in our work family and our community. We’re thrilled our colleagues jumped in to update their skills.”

Dan encourages everyone to get First Aid/CPR/AED certified. You might just become the coolest hero on the block, saving lives with your bare hands and a little know-how.

That's a superpower worth having. Remember, the only regret you'll have is not being prepared.

Thanks to each of our Johnstown heroes!