Accident/Incident Guidance

Nearest Accident & Emergency Department is the Royal Bournemouth
Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth BH7 7DW, 01202 303626.

• Stay calm but act swiftly and observe the situation.
• Is there a risk of further injury?
• Listen to what the injured person is saying.
• Alert the qualified First Aider who should take appropriate action for minor injuries.
• In the event of an injury requiring specialist treatment, call the emergency services – 999.
• The telephone number for NHS Direct is: 0845 46 47 or see www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
• Deal with the rest of the group and ensure that they are adequately supervised and safe.
• Do not move someone with major injuries. Wait for the emergency medics.
• Contact the injured person’s parent / carer / guardian.
• Complete an Incident / Accident Report Form.