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Emergency Rescue Medical Equipment - Stretcher Accessories and Trauma Kits

Stretcher Accessories and Trauma Kits

According to ACOP 2014;
“Rescue equipment will often include lifelines and lifting equipment (since even a strong person is unlikely
to be able to lift or handle an unconscious person on their own using only a rope), additional sets of
breathing apparatus and first-aid equipment, including automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) and other
resuscitation equipment.”

EMERGENCY RESPONSE HEAD IMMOBILISER
TRAUMA BAG FOR STRETCHER
The ideal bag and kit for first A complete system to immobilise a
response trauma. patient on a spinal board.

• Bright red bag with reflector strips for • Unit includes;
- Universal base
instant detection in an emergency - 2 head support block
• Handles at top and side - Pair of head/chin straps
for ease of transfer • Made from non absorbent material
• 58 piece kit ensures a large • Design allows it to be used with most
scoops and spinal boards
amount of individuals can • 100% X-ray translucent
be treated at the scene • Compatible with most extrication
• Refills can be bought seperately collars
• Hi-Vis colour
Code Description
SP8250 Emergency Response Trauma Kit Code Description
SP8250P Emergency Repsonse Trauma Bag Refill SP1339 Head Immobilser

According to ACOP 2014;
“Those likely to be involved in any emergency h) resuscitation procedures and, where
rescue should be trained for that purpose. The appropriate, the correct use of relevant
training needs for each individual will vary ancillary equipment and any
according to their designated role. Refresher resuscitation equipment provided (if
training should be organised and available on intended to be operated by those
a regular basis, for example annually. Training receiving emergency rescue training);
should, where appropriate, include the i) emergency first aid and the use of the
following; first-aid equipment provided;
a) the likely causes of an emergency j) use of firefighting equipment;
b) use of rescue equipment, eg breathing k) liaison with local emergency services in
apparatus, lifelines and where the event of an incident, providing
necessary a knowledge of its construction relevant information about conditions
and working; and risks, and providing appropriate
c) the check procedures to be followed when space and facilities to enable the Emergency Rescue Medical Kits - Stretcher Accessories and Trauma Kits
donning and using apparatus; emergency services to carry out their
d) checking of correct functioning and/or tasks; and
testing of emergency equipment (for l) rescue techniques including regular and
immediate use and to enable specific periodic rehearsals/exercises. This
periodic maintenance checks); could include the use of a full-weight
f) works, site or other local emergency dummy. Training should be realistic and
procedures including the initiation of an not just drill based, and should relate to
emergency response; practice and familiarity with equipment.
g) instruction on how to shut down
relevant process plant as appropriate
(this knowledge would be required by
anyone likely to perform a rescue);

[Source] The Confined Space Regulations 1997 - Approved Code of Practice and guidance - Health and Safety Executive
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