What type of training do CHP officers receive in emergency first aid?

CHP officers receive training in basic first aid and CPR because these skills are essential for providing immediate assistance in emergencies. This foundational training equips officers to respond effectively to medical situations they may encounter in the line of duty, such as accidents or medical emergencies at roadside incidents. The ability to perform CPR and basic first aid can be critical in saving lives and stabilizing individuals until advanced medical personnel arrive.

While advanced surgical techniques, psychological first aid, and wilderness first aid are valuable in specific contexts, they do not align with the immediate, on-the-ground needs that CHP officers typically face. Basic first aid and CPR are standardized training components meant to prepare officers for the broad range of emergencies they may need to address.