IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT
Remove party from immediate danger (if any)
Administer first aid to casualties
Provide shelter for casualties
Fix position accurately
Decide on best route for help
Send 2 people for help with the “Emergency card” if carried
[If necessary they] dial 999 and follow instructions given by the emergency services
telephone Home Contact Party name: ......................................................................
Local base: .......................................................................
Tel No of base (if any): ....................................................
Name of party leader: ......................................................
[Name of] Home Contact: ................................................
Home Contact Tel No:
DON’T
Make an admission of liability.
Initiate contact with the news media.
DO
Keep a record of actions and communications.
Refer all news media to the Duty Press Officer.
Take care when making statements if the news media turn up. Stick with confirmation of basic facts
ACCIDENTS In the event of an accident to an individual:
Alert the appropriate rescue services.
Alert the home Scout authority (Commissioner or their designate).
Alert the next of kin of anyone involved.
If abroad, advise any agencies required by the insurers.
SERIOUS ACCIDENTS In the event of a serious accident, incident or loss of life: • Contact the Duty Press Officer (020 8433 7100).
Air and deep-water accidents For accidents during air activities or during water activities in coastal or deep sea waters: • Notify the appropriate government agency (MCA)