SAFETY TRIGGERS STEP 1-2-3

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HMCAS Major Incident Response Guide

MIR Ref: 001


SAFETY TRIGGERS ‘STEP 1-2-3’



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KEY ROLE: In order to assist HMCAS STAFF to remain in a safe environment & to identify a possible chemical incident/ attack, the ‘STEP 1-2-3’ approach should be adopted when attending emergency calls. This should be supplemented by the use of METHANE report as soon as is practical
NO. TASK COMPLETED
TO BE USED WHEN THE CAUSE IS UNKNOWN
1

STEP 1 ONE casualty
1a
  • Approach using normal procedures
    		•
    2

    STEP 2 TWO casualties
    2a
  • Approach with caution
    		•
    2b
  • Consider all options
    		•
    2c
  • Report on arrival and update control
    		•
    3

    STEP 3 THREE casualties
    3a
  • DO NOT Approach the scene
    		•
    3b
  • Withdraw
    		•
    3c
  • Report
    		•
    3d
  • Isolate
    		•
    3e
  • SEND FOR SPECIAL HELP
    		•
    Do not attempt to rescue/treat casualties until relieved by Ambulance Supervisors or Managers
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