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Another thing to note here: When people take a driving licence in Denmark, a CPR certification is mandatory. So a lot of people in Denmark has CPR training, myself included.



First aid training and certificate are mandatory in Germany to obtain a driving license. Also, as you are trained in the first aid, you are now liable by the law to help someone in need of immediate medical aid, in the scope of your training.


Should also be noted that in case the americans on the website are worried about being sued over this; as long as you make any type of effort to the best of your ability, you're fine. Even if you end up killing the patient. These laws are scoped so they only apply if you help someone without expecting payment or reward in exchange.




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