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First Aid Guide

Emergency Response

Emergency Action: If in doubt, dial 999 immediately. Always seek advice from first aid trained staff if available.

When encountering a medical emergency, remember these key steps:

Assess the situation for danger
Check for response from the casualty
Call for help if needed
Ensure airways are clear

Common Emergency Situations

Unconscious But Breathing

Action Required: Place in recovery position and monitor breathing until help arrives.

Not Breathing

Immediate Action Required:

Call 999 immediately
Begin CPR
Continue until help arrives or person shows signs of life

Specific Conditions

Anaphylaxis

Look for difficulty breathing
Check for adrenaline auto-injector
Call 999
Help administer medication if trained
Keep person comfortable and upright

Heavy Bleeding

Apply direct pressure to wound
Use clean dressing if available
Raise affected area if possible
Call 999 for serious bleeding

Burns and Scalds

Cool under running water for 20 minutes
Remove jewelry/clothing unless stuck
Cover with cling film or clean dressing
Do not apply creams or ointments

Stroke - FAST Test

Remember FAST:

Face - Has their face fallen on one side?
Arms - Can they raise both arms?
Speech - Is their speech slurred?
Time - Time to call 999

Heart Attack Signs

Central chest pain/pressure
Pain spreading to arms, neck, or jaw
Shortness of breath
Nausea or vomiting

Action Required:

Call 999 immediately
Have person sit in comfortable position
Give 300mg aspirin to chew if available and suitable
Monitor until help arrives

Important Contact Numbers

Emergency Services: 999
Non-Emergency NHS: 111
First Aid Officers: [Insert local contact numbers]