Frequently Asked Questions

CPR certification is valid for two years from the date of completion. At Guin Safety, we offer annual recertification and continuing education programs to help individuals and groups stay current. Recertification classes are streamlined and focused on skill refreshers and updated protocols.

Blended classes combine online learning with hands-on in-person practice, while traditional in-person classes deliver all instruction face-to-face. Both formats are backed by HSI and include full certification. At Guin Safety, we offer both options to fit your schedule and learning preference.

Guin Safety limits class size to a maximum of 12 participants. This ensures personalized instruction, more hands-on practice time, and the ability to ask questions throughout the session. Smaller groups lead to better skill retention and confidence.

No, Guin Safety provides all necessary training materials, including CPR manikins, AED trainers, and first aid supplies. Whether you're hosting a group class at your school, business, or childcare center, everything needed for effective hands-on learning is included.

AED training covers how to operate an automated external defibrillator, recognize cardiac arrest, integrate CPR with AED use, and follow safety protocols and maintenance procedures. At Guin Safety, participants practice with AED trainers to build real-world confidence in emergency response.

Active shooter awareness and preparedness certification is valid for one year. Guin Safety recommends annual renewal to keep staff updated on threat recognition, response strategies, and emergency communication. Recertification can be scheduled individually or as a group.

Yes, Guin Safety offers babysitter and childcare safety training that focuses on child-specific CPR, choking response, injury prevention, and emergency communication. This course is ideal for daycare staff, childcare centers, and young or aspiring babysitters in Rochester, NH and surrounding areas.

Yes, Guin Safety offers group discounts and encourages clients to inquire about custom training plans. Whether you're a school, business, or community organization, we can build a package that fits your team size, schedule, and certification needs.

All CPR, First Aid, and AED courses offered by Guin Safety are backed by HSI (Health & Safety Institute), a nationally recognized organization. The instructor holds HSI certifications, a Tactical Emergency Critical Care License, and over 10 years of emergency services experience.

School emergency response training includes CPR, AED, and first aid fundamentals, active shooter preparedness, emergency communication, injury management, and trauma kit education. At Guin Safety, we focus on small groups and hands-on practice to strengthen readiness in educational environments throughout Rochester, NH.

Yes, Guin Safety offers fully online active shooter awareness and preparedness training through HSI. The course covers threat recognition, response strategies, safety mindset development, and emergency communication. Certification is valid for one year and can be renewed annually.

Guin Safety provides education and recommendations on trauma kits through a partnership with Top Kit, and also offers trauma kit access through HSI. These kits support long-term emergency preparedness for schools, businesses, and community facilities in the Rochester, NH area.

CPR certification is valid for 2 years from the date of completion. After that, you'll need to take a recertification course to maintain current credentials. At Guin Safety, we offer streamlined recertification options that can be customized for individuals or groups in Rochester, NH and surrounding areas.

Classes are capped at 12 students to ensure personalized instruction and hands-on practice time. This smaller group size allows each participant to receive individual guidance and build real confidence with skills like chest compressions and AED use. Guin Safety provides all equipment and materials for every student.

CPR certification is available in blended format, combining online coursework with in-person skills practice. You can also choose traditional fully in-person classes. At Guin Safety, we offer both options through HSI to fit your schedule and learning preferences.

CPR certification teaches chest compressions and rescue breathing, while AED training focuses specifically on using an automated external defibrillator during cardiac arrest. AED training includes recognizing cardiac arrest, CPR integration, device operation, and safety protocols. Many courses combine both skills for comprehensive emergency response readiness.

Active shooter awareness certification is valid for 1 year. This shorter renewal period ensures participants stay updated on current threat response strategies and emergency protocols. Guin Safety offers this training fully online or in-person, backed by HSI standards.

No, Guin Safety provides all necessary materials including CPR manikins, AED trainers, and first aid supplies. Whether training takes place at your school, childcare center, or business in the Rochester area, everything needed for hands-on practice is included with your class.

First aid training for childcare includes wound care, bleeding control, burns, fractures, allergic reactions, choking response, and recognizing medical emergencies like seizures. Training also covers EpiPen use and child-focused injury management. At Guin Safety, instruction is scenario-based and tailored to real situations childcare providers face.

Yes, group discounts are available for businesses and organizations scheduling training together. Guin Safety encourages clients to inquire and build out a custom plan based on group size, training type, and recertification needs. This approach works well for annual renewals or multi-course packages.

AED training includes understanding how the device operates, recognizing cardiac arrest, integrating CPR with AED use, and learning safety protocols and maintenance. Participants gain confidence using automated external defibrillators effectively in emergencies. Guin Safety offers HSI-backed certification ideal for schools, businesses, and community facilities.

Yes, babysitter and childcare safety training is perfect for small groups of aspiring sitters or daycare staff. The course covers child-focused CPR and first aid, choking response, injury prevention, and emergency communication. Classes are capped at 12 to ensure each participant gets hands-on practice and personalized feedback.

All CPR, first aid, and AED courses are backed by HSI (Health & Safety Institute), a nationally recognized certification body. The lead instructor holds a Tactical Emergency Critical Care License and has over 10 years of emergency services and security experience. Guin Safety is licensed and insured.

Yes, Guin Safety offers workplace compliance and OSHA safety training that includes hazard recognition, emergency action planning, first aid, CPR, and staff preparedness assessments. Training is built around practical scenarios to help businesses meet essential safety standards and reduce risk in Rochester, NH and surrounding communities.