February 2026

This Valentine’s Day, give the ultimate gift of love—the ability to save a life. When cardiac arrest strikes, immediate CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival. Knowing how to perform CPR means you’re prepared to protect the hearts that matter most. 


Join TRMA’s First-Aid/CPR/AED training and learn how to respond effectively in an emergency. Our experienced TRMA instructors provide practical, hands-on training that builds confidence and competence—skills you can use at work, at home, and in your community. Being ready to act in a crisis is a true act of love. 


Test Your CPR Knowledge – The TRMA Challenge


Think you’re ready to respond? Try this quick quiz inspired by key concepts taught in TRMA’s First-Aid/CPR/AED classes


1.True or False: You must be certified to begin CPR in an emergency.

2.What is the first action you should take when someoe collapses and is unresponsive?

a) Begin chest compressions

b) Call 911 or direct someone to call

c) Retrieve an AED

3.According to TRMA training, how fast should adult chest compressions be delivered?

a) One compression per second

b) As fast as possible

c) 100-120 compressions per minute

4.True or False: Early use of an AED can dramatically improve survival during sudden cardiac arrest.

(Answers below — just like in class!) 



If this quiz made you think—or hesitate—it’s time to train. TRMA’s First-Aid/CPR/AED classes give you the confidence to act when seconds matter most. 


Make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable by learning a skill that could save a life. Train with TRMA and share the gift of a safer, healthier tomorrow.  

Answers: 1. False | 2. B | 3. C | 4. True 

Safety Excellence Starts with You 


Nominations are now open for TRMA’s 2026 Safety Awards, recognizing outstanding safety leadership and impact across our membership. Help us honor both seasoned professionals & rising safety leaders at the TRMA Annual Awards Dinner on March 26.

“Watch Your Step – Safety Starts Underfoot” 


Ice and snow aren’t just driving hazards — they’re underfoot, too. Encourage employees to wear slip-resistant footwear and use handrails when available. Salt or sand walkways around the workplace and at home. Inside, keep floors dry and clutter-free. Most slip-and-fall injuries are preventable with just a few small precautions.


The Three Rivers Education Partnership (TREP) is proud to launch a new scholarship program supporting local students pursuing careers in STEM and manufacturing-related fields

Who Can Apply? 

Graduating high school seniors from TREP member districts and career centers who plan to enroll in: 

  • College or University STEM programs 
  • Community College technical degrees 
  • Trade or vocational schools 
  • Registered apprenticeship programs 


Fields of Study Include: 

  • Manufacturing & Industrial Technology 
  • Engineering & Engineering Technology 
  • Skilled Trades 
  • Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics 
  • Science, Technology, and Applied STEM fields 
  • or other related fields


For more information contact Maisie Vrba: 815-744-3884 | maisie@trma.org

Upcoming Events:

February 4: Confined Space Competent Person Training

February 5: First Aid, CPR, AED & Bleed Control Training

February 11: NFPA 70E Training

February 18: Scaffold Competent Person Training

March 12: First Aid, CPR, AED & Bleed Control Training

March 18: Fall Protection Competent Person Training

March 26: Annual Awards Dinner

April 1: Excavation Competent Person Training

April 9: First Aid, CPR, AED & Bleed Control Training

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