Choking is one of the most frightening emergencies a family can face. The LifeVac device is a non‐powered, non‐invasive airway‐clearance (choking‐rescue) device designed to be used when standard choking protocols, such as back blows and abdominal thrusts have not worked.
As a Class 1 medical device in Canada, LifeVac is licensed by LifeVac Canada Inc. under applicable Health Canada rules, and it is intended for use in an emergency to help clear an obstructed airway quickly and safely.
Who Should Consider LifeVac?
LifeVac is recommended for:
- Families with children and seniors in the home.
- Caregivers supporting people with swallowing or mobility challenges.
- Businesses and workplaces that want an extra layer of emergency protection.
- Anyone who wants a simple, non‐technical choking‐rescue option in the home, car, or when traveling.
How LifeVac Works and What’s in the Kit
LifeVac is a simple, portable, non‐powered device that creates controlled suction when used correctly. It uses a patented one‐way valve that prevents air from pushing an obstruction deeper into the airway, instead drawing it out so the person can breathe again.
LifeVac is intended for use after standard choking protocols (back blows and abdominal thrusts) have failed, and should be part of a broader emergency plan that includes calling 9‐1‐1 and basic first‐aid training.
The basic steps are:
- Place the appropriately sized mask tightly over the nose and mouth to create a good seal.
- Push the bellows to compress air.
- Pull the handle up quickly to generate suction and help remove the obstruction.
The LifeVac Home Kit includes one device with the patented one‐way valve, one adult mask, one pediatric mask, one practice mask, and instructions for use, safety information, and guidance on choking prevention. The device requires no batteries, generates over 300 mmHg of suction. It is greater than the force of the strongest recorded abdominal thrusts and is intended for single‐patient use in a single emergency, with masks designed to be replaced every three years.
How Kiddie Proofers Helps
Kiddie Proofers provides virtual home safety assessments and business safety assessments for families, seniors, and workplaces.
As an authorized reseller of LifeVac Canada, we supply LifeVac devices that meet Health Canada and international medical‐device standards.
When you get LifeVac through us, you receive guidance during your safety assessment on where to keep the device and how to include it in your emergency plan, so you know you’re getting a licensed, approved device as part of a complete safety strategy for your family or workplace.
During your virtual safety assessment, we can:
- Explain how LifeVac fits into your overall emergency plan.
- Recommend the right LifeVac kit based on your household or business needs.
- Help you decide where to keep the device for quickest access in an emergency (e.g., kitchen, dining area, or main office).
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