Save Stories

A prompt response can be the difference in a first aid emergency. Proper intervention and use of the appropriate products can help someone recover from chemical splash in the eyes, dehydration or even sudden cardiac arrest. Our save stories honor the quick thinking of those who used our products in an emergency response and helped make a difference.

Cincinnati CEO Applies Cintas First Aid Skills to Save a Young Girl’s Life

See how Cintas' First Aid & Safety training gave a CEO the skills she needed to take quick action and save a young girl's life. When a child began choking at the Chicago airport, Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment CEO Britney Ruby Miller relied on the life-saving techniques from her Cintas First Aid & Safety training, showing the real-world impact of being prepared and educated for emergencies.

Youth baseball coach survives a sudden cardiac emergency due to the quick thinking of a Cintas employee

TJ was trained and certified in CPR and AED use, and was in the right place at the right time to save another man’s life. It’s an example for all of us that being ready™ for the unexpected can have lasting impacts, far beyond our own lives.

A Father's Quick Thinking: How a Cintas Manager Saved His Baby's Life

Zac Hull, an employee-partner at Cintas in Wichita, Kansas, never imagined he'd face a life-or-death situation so personal. When his 11-month-old son, Hudson, began choking, Zac's quick action and a LifeVac device turned a potential tragedy into motivation for others. Watch as Zac shares his experience and why he believes everyone should be prepared for the unexpected.

A Second Chance At Life

A high school student’s sudden cardiac arrest at track practice underscores how CPR, AEDs, and preparedness can mean the difference between life and loss.

Some Heroes Wear Capes, Others Use Cintas AEDs

On November 7, 2024, a contract worker was found unresponsive on the ground at Reworld. Rebecca Mellinger, a front desk employee, called 911 and Phillip Wedge immediately initiated life-saving CPR compressions. After 3 minutes of unresponsive compressions, Safety Program Manager Daniel Feagins (pictured below) promptly grabbed the Cintas AED and attached it to the victim. The AED analyzed the victim’s heart rhythm, advised, and delivered 5 shocks. Emergency services arrived and took over the scene 5 minutes later. The victim regained consciousness and responsiveness before departing for the hospital where they fully recovered.

Daniel Feagins wanted to provide his feedback on the service that saved a life. “Cintas has consistently provided excellent service. Not only do they keep us up to date with the latest products, but they also offer comprehensive training for all their services.”

Every minute without an AED shock decreases a victim’s chance of surviving by 10%. You can’t put a price on a life, so be prepared to save one.

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