Should a member of the Club require first aid treatment a first aider should be summoned by the quickest available means. A qualified first aider will be in attendance at all matches.

Minor Injury (i.e. small cut, bumps, grazes, bruises):

Take appropriate first aid action.
Make provision for the injured person to rest or continue as appropriate.
Record any incident or injury and complete the accident book / form.
Major Injury:

Arrange for injured person to be taken to hospital or ring for an ambulance. Use your discretion as to whether to administer First Aid.
Telephone the next of kin.
Record any incident or injury and complete the accident book / form. (Found in Documents)
When contacting the emergency services remember to:

Keep calm and speak clearly.
Give your name and state the service you require.
Give your full name and telephone number and the full address / location of the club/ facility / pitch.
Location, details and time of the accident / incident.
Number of casualties and their condition together with details of any treatment being administered or which has already been given.
Access point for ambulance.
Someone should be instructed to meet the ambulance which will aid the medics to reach the casualty as quickly as possible.
Should an actual or alleged assault incident take place, the senior club official available should be informed. Witnesses’ names and addresses should be taken. Follow the same procedure as above for injuries and if necessary also summon the police service. An incident report form should also be completed.

ADVICE FOR COACHES / PARENTS IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT

Stay calm but act swiftly and observe the situation
Assess the scene. Is there danger of further injury? If so, ensure that the danger is reduced/ removed
Listen to what the injured person is saying
Alert the first aider who should take appropriate action for minor injuries
In the event of an injury requiring specialist treatment, call the emergency services.
Deal with the rest of the group and ensure that they are adequately supervised.
Do not move someone with major injuries
Wait for the emergency services
Contact the injured person’s parent/carer
Complete accident / incident report form

June 2022