Why Have a First Aid Team On-Site?
At events with large numbers of participants, unexpected situations can occur, including exhaustion, fainting, injuries, or other medical emergencies. Having a trained first aid team prepared on-site helps ensure that initial care can be provided promptly when needed.
The First Aid Team at Sapiens Hospital is prepared to provide initial assessment, basic medical care, stabilization, and appropriate referral to a doctor or nearby hospital when necessary. The service is suitable for events with large numbers of participants or activities with an increased risk of injury or medical emergencies, including:
- Sports competitions and running events
- Corporate sports activities
- Concerts and large public events
- Entrance examinations and large educational events where participants or family members may experience stress, exhaustion, or other medical symptoms
Why Is First Aid Training Important?
Some organizations benefit from having staff who have completed first aid training, particularly organizations responsible for vulnerable groups such as patients, children, or older adults. Appropriate first aid knowledge can help staff respond safely while waiting for professional medical assistance.
- Kindergartens and nurseries
- Elderly care centers
- Schools and educational institutions
Sapiens Hospital First Aid Team Services
1. Nursing Team
- Provides initial care for injuries and bruising, including wound care, bleeding control, temporary immobilization or splinting, and hot or cold compresses when appropriate.
- Provides first aid for fainting, loss of consciousness, or seizures. For a seizure, the team focuses on protecting the person from injury, clearing nearby hazards, monitoring breathing, and positioning the patient appropriately after the seizure. Nothing should be placed in the patient’s mouth during a seizure.
- Provides basic self-care advice and guidance regarding commonly used medications where appropriate.
2. Medical Team
When medical assessment is required, such as suspected serious injury involving the body, bones, head, or brain, the medical team can evaluate the severity and urgency of the condition, determine appropriate initial management, and decide whether the patient should be transferred to a hospital for further investigation and treatment.
3. Emergency Ambulance and Medical Transport Team
- Emergency ambulances may be equipped with a stretcher, wheelchair, automated external defibrillator (AED) or other resuscitation equipment, oxygen equipment, blood pressure monitoring devices, and other emergency medical supplies appropriate to the level of service.
- The ambulance team can coordinate timely transport to an appropriate hospital when further treatment is required. Emergency warning lights and sirens may be used in accordance with applicable regulations and the urgency of the patient’s condition.
First Aid Training
- Certificate of training from Sapiens Hospital for participants who complete the designated training program.
- First aid training topics may include loss of consciousness, seizures, choking and airway obstruction, aspiration, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and burns.
- Basic knowledge of oral and topical medications and appropriate first aid supplies.
Organizations interested in on-site first aid teams, ambulance services, or first aid training for employees can contact the Sapiens Hospital sales team for service details and event planning.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Can a small organization request a first aid team?
Yes. The service is not limited to large events. Organizations and activities of various sizes can contact the hospital to discuss the level of medical support appropriate for the number of participants, type of activity, location, and potential risks.
2. What happens if a medical emergency occurs during an event?
The nursing team provides immediate first aid according to the patient’s condition, such as wound care, bleeding control, assessment of fainting, or support during a seizure. If the condition requires further medical evaluation, the medical team will assess the urgency and coordinate transfer to an appropriate hospital when necessary.
3. Who is first aid training suitable for, and how long does it take?
First aid training is suitable for organizations that want employees to have basic emergency-response skills, particularly schools, nurseries, elderly care facilities, and other organizations responsible for vulnerable groups. Course duration and content depend on the selected training program and should be confirmed with the hospital.
4. Is the ambulance equipped for serious emergencies?
The available ambulance equipment depends on the service level arranged for the event. Equipment may include an emergency stretcher, wheelchair, oxygen equipment, blood pressure monitor, AED or resuscitation equipment, and other emergency supplies. The hospital can recommend an appropriate ambulance configuration according to the nature and risk level of the activity.
5. Will participants receive a certificate after first aid training?
Participants who complete the designated training requirements will receive a certificate from Sapiens Hospital according to the conditions of the training program.
