Emergency Management Expands Access to Trauma Bleeding Control Training

As part of the City of Phoenix’s commitment to building a more resilient and prepared community, the Office of Emergency Management has expanded access to STOP THE BLEED® training across the city. This nationally recognized program is designed to equip residents, city employees, and community partners with the critical skills needed to respond to life-threatening bleeding emergencies, empowering individuals to take action before emergency responders arrive.

The most recent class was held on Saturday, September 20^th in partnership with Councilwoman Kesha Hodge-Washington of District 8 who joined the training and also donated bleeding control kits for all who attended.

This course is offered completely free of charge, with the goal of making life-saving training accessible and inclusive for all members of the Phoenix community.

The training is open to all community members, regardless of prior medical experience. Whether you're a parent, teacher, student, city employee, or simply a concerned neighbor, this course is for you.

Participants in the Trauma Bleeding Control (STOP THE BLEED®) course learn how to:

• Recognize life-threatening bleeding
• Apply direct pressure to a wound
• Pack a wound to control bleeding
• Use a tourniquet effectively and safely

The training emphasizes quick decision-making and hands-on practice to ensure participants leave feeling confident in their ability to respond in an emergency.

The class includes interactive, hands-on demonstrations using training equipment such as:

• Bleeding control mannequins
• Tourniquet application tools
• Wound packing pressure simulator

These realistic scenarios allow participants to practice techniques in a safe, supportive environment under the guidance of trained instructors.

By expanding access to STOP THE BLEED® training, the City of Phoenix is fostering a culture of collective preparedness and community confidence. Every trained individual becomes a potential lifesaver, helping to create a safer, more resilient Phoenix for all.

See a list of upcoming training classes.