Policies and Procedures

First Aid Action Plan

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Purpose

The purpose of this plan is to ensure that anyone attending, volunteering at, or exhibiting at the Woolton Hill Village Market receives an appropriate and timely response should an accident, injury or medical emergency occur.

First Aid Provision

A fully stocked first aid kit will be available throughout the event and located in the kitchen.

The first aid kit will be checked before each market to ensure that all contents are present, in date and suitable for use.

At least one person will be familiar with the contents of the first aid kit and emergency procedure will be present throughout the event.

Reporting an Incident

If an accident or illness occurs:

1. Remain calm and assess the situation.

2. Ensure the area is safe for yourself, the casualty and others.

3. Notify the designated first aider or event organiser immediately.

4. Provide appropriate first aid within the limits of your training.

5. If required, contact the emergency services by calling 999.

6. If possible, arrange for a volunteer to meet the ambulance at the entrance to direct them to the casualty.

7. Record all accidents, injuries and treatment provided in the event Accident Book as soon as practical.

Emergency Situations

Call 999 immediately if a casualty:

· Is unconscious or unresponsive.

· Has difficulty breathing or stops breathing.

· Experiences chest pain or is suspected of having a heart attack.

· Has a suspected stroke.

· Suffers a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).

· Has severe bleeding that cannot be controlled.

· Has a suspected spinal injury or major fracture.

· Has a seizure lasting more than five minutes or repeated seizures.

· Has sustained a serious head injury.

· Has suffered significant burns.

Until emergency services arrive:

· Keep the casualty comfortable.

· Reassure them.

· Do not move them unless they are in immediate danger.

· Continue first aid within your level of training.

Minor Injuries

Minor injuries such as small cuts, grazes, insect bites or minor burns should be treated using the first aid kit where appropriate.

Casualties should be advised to seek further medical attention if symptoms worsen or if there is any doubt about the severity of the injury.

Defibrillator (AED)

Volunteers should be aware of the location of the nearest publicly accessible defibrillator before the event begins, however phone 999 and they will tell you which is nearest and currently accessible.

If instructed by the 999 operator, the AED should be collected and used in accordance with the voice prompts.

Responsibilities

Event Organiser

· Ensure first aid equipment is available.

· Ensure emergency contact details are available.

· Record all accidents and near misses in the first aid book.

· Review any incidents following the event.

Volunteers

· Report all accidents immediately.

· Assist the first aider or emergency services if requested.

· Help keep access routes clear for emergency vehicles.

Accident Recording

The following information should be recorded:

· Date and time.

· Name and contact details of the injured person (where appropriate).

· Details of the incident.

· Treatment provided.

· Name of the person administering first aid.

· Whether emergency services attended.

· Any follow-up actions required.

Useful Information

Emergency Services: 999

NHS Non-Emergency: 111

Event Address: Woolton Hill Village Market : Thorngrove School, The Mount, Highclere, RG20 9PS

Nearest Defibrillator: Phone 999 for to understand where the nearest and currently accessible defibrillator is located

Nearest Minor Injuries: West Berkshire Community Hospital – 01635 273300

Review

This First Aid Action Plan will be reviewed annually or following any significant incident to ensure it remains appropriate and effective.

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Fire Procedures

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