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There are things that are illogical and nonsensical, like that.
There are. On the other hand, I haven't renewed my EFR training in 3 years. So if someone needs CPR and there is someone that actually did the refresher recently, it's probably better that they do it instead of me. If they're not there though, I'll do my best - doing nothing is not an option.
Plus, I should just take a 2-day and do the course again.
The problem lies in the inaction of those who are supposed to organize, manage, and mobilize the response. In these cases, where ordinary citizens are left adrift without professional help, there is nothing left to do but improvise, or, if someone with a license wants to join in, they are either denied entry or faced with complicated requirements and obstacles in the face of an emergency of this magnitude.
What bullshit, typical of governments
This reminds me vividly of the earthquake we had in Croatia a few years ago.
After weeks of self organizing rescue actions by volunteers from all over, the state waited for the the dust to settle, put a halt on volunteer actions and took all the credit