--- title: GD Team Achieves 100% CPR Certification through Partnership with Focus Health description: GD is proud to announce that in time for National CPR week, our entire GD team has achieved CPR certification, furthering our commitment to safety and preparedness. image: https://blog.general-devices.com/hubfs/GD%20CPR%20Awareness%20Week%20Social%20Graphic.png --- [![General Devices](https://blog.general-devices.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/General_Devices_2024/images/GD-Main-Logo-White-WordPress.png?width=44&height=32&name=GD-Main-Logo-White-WordPress.png "General Devices")](https://general-devices.com/) [About GD ▾](https://general-devices.com/about-us/) - [GD Solution Suite](https://general-devices.com/gd-solution-suite/) - [Find Your Regional Manager](https://general-devices.com/find-your-rep/) [Who We Serve ▾](https://general-devices.com/who-we-serve/) - [Hospitals](https://general-devices.com/hospitals/) - [EMS](https://general-devices.com/ems/) - [Healthcare Network](https://general-devices.com/healthcare-network/) [Customer Support ▾](https://general-devices.com/customer-support/) - [Technical Support](https://general-devices.com/technical-support/) - [Customer Success](https://general-devices.com/customer-success/) [News & Resources ▾](https://general-devices.com/resources/) - [Blogs](https://general-devices.com/blogs/) - [Press Releases](https://general-devices.com/press-releases/) - [Customer Stories](https://general-devices.com/customer-stories/) [Schedule A Demo](https://general-devices.com/schedule-a-demo/) ![](https://blog.general-devices.com/hubfs/GD%20CPR%20Awareness%20Week%20Social%20Graphic.png) # GD Team Achieves 100% CPR Certification through Partnership with Focus Health Published by [General Devices](https://blog.general-devices.com/author/general-devices) on Jun 5, 2024, 12:52:39 PM | \[Ridgefield,NJ\] - \[June 5, 2024\]: GD is proud to announce that in time for National CPR week, our entire GD team has achieved CPR certification, furthering our commitment to safety and preparedness. This accomplishment was made possible through our partnership with Focus Health, which provided the platform for our team to complete the American Red Cross online CPR course. The comprehensive training equips our team with vital life-saving skills, ensuring they are prepared to respond effectively in emergency situations. This initiative underscores our dedication to fostering a safe and responsible workplace environment. "Safety is a core value at GD, and the CPR certification of our GD team exemplifies our proactive approach to health and safety," said Curt Bashford, CEO. "In addition to the training, we have also equipped our corporate office with an AED. We are grateful to Focus Health for their excellent platform that made it convenient for our team to complete this essential training. Team GD is All-In on lifesaving for our employees, families, and the public at large.  Focus Health's user-friendly online platform facilitated a seamless learning experience, allowing our team members to gain certification at their own pace while adhering to their work schedules. The Red Cross online CPR course is widely recognized for its comprehensive and practical approach, covering crucial techniques such as chest compressions, rescue breaths, and the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator). This certification not only enhances the safety of our workplace but also empowers our team members with the confidence and skills to potentially save lives, both at work and in the community. As we celebrate this milestone, we reaffirm our commitment to continuous improvement in health and safety standards. For more information about GD and our commitment to safety, please visit general-devices.com | | --- | | About GD: GD is a Healthtech company specializing in communication solutions that help EMS and hospital deliver simply seamless patient care. Powered by responsive innovation, GD’s user-friendly solutions facilitate rapid, secure, voice, telehealth and data sharing communications across care teams to help save time, money and lives. Backed by a 40+ year history and thousands of implementations, GD is an experienced industry leader. Visit https://general-devices.com/ to learn more. About Focus Health Focus Health is a premier provider of health and safety training solutions, offering a wide range of online courses designed to equip individuals and organizations with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to emergencies. 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