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The first priority in any emergency situation is to check responsiveness and call emergency services if the client is unresponsive. ISSA CPT underscores that trainers must be prepared for medical emergencies and trained in CPR and AED use. A proper response follows the emergency action plan (EAP): assess scene safety, check responsiveness, call for help, and begin life-saving measures as appropriate. Providing water or moving the client may delay critical care, and beginning exercise in this situation is unsafe. Emergency preparedness also involves knowing the facility’s AED location, having current CPR certification, and practicing scenario drills. Trainers cannot prevent all emergencies, but preparedness ensures rapid and effective action, reducing liability and potentially saving lives. By prioritizing safety, CPTs uphold professional responsibility, client trust, and ethical standards, making emergency management a core competency in fitness training.