Tragedy avoided at Mercedes Benz of Lancaster in Lancaster PA when an employee collapsed on the floor and stopped breathing.
LANCASTER, Pa., June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Tuesday, May 21st, a potentially tragic incident turned into a remarkable story of quick thinking and teamwork at Mercedes-Benz of Lancaster. A dedicated driver on the service team, experienced a medical emergency upon returning from delivering a vehicle to a customer. His heart stopped, and he collapsed at the entrance to the service department. Thanks to the immediate and coordinated efforts of several employees, his life was saved.
The incident occurred just as the employee was walking back into the building. He suddenly fell backwards near the service department entrance. Two other drivers, witnessed the employee lying on the ground and yelled for someone to call 911 immediately.
At the same time, the manager was in the lunchroom, heard the commotion, and acted quickly. Upon reaching the collapsed employee, it was evident that he was not breathing, and there were no visible obstructions in his airway. Without hesitation, Ted began chest compressions within 24 seconds of his fall. Understanding the critical nature of the situation, other team members rushed into the building to retrieve the Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
As the team pulled up the collapsed emplyee's shirt and attached the AED, one team member handed over chest compressions to another, who continued until a member from Wayne's Towing arrived and took over. Wayne's Towing was alerted to the emergency as the AED was pulled. Throughout this process, the AED administered one shock. The emergency medical team arrived promptly, taking over within 4-5 minutes, and continued life-saving measures before transporting the ailing employee to the hospital.
He regained consciousness on Thursday afternoon, and his recovery is progressing well. All involved are incredibly relieved and grateful for the positive outcome. The employee's son, who also works at Mercedes-Benz of Lancaster, was off-duty at the time of the incident but has been by his father's side throughout the recovery process.
Mercedes-Benz of Lancaster prides itself on a strong sense of community and goodwill among employees, and this incident has underscored the importance of emergency preparedness and the value of an immediate response. The training and quick actions of the team, alongside the efficient arrival and intervention of emergency services, were pivotal in saving Mike's life.
Lancaster County Motors team members are profoundly proud of everyone involved. Their swift and decisive actions exemplify the spirit of teamwork and dedication that defines Mercedes-Benz of Lancaster.
Media Contact
Taylor Walker, Mercedes Benz of Lancaster, 1 (888) 408-7017, [email protected], https://www.mboflancaster.com
SOURCE Mercedes Benz of Lancaster
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