SECTION NO: LS 0011 SUBJECT: FIRST AID OPERATIONS

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1 SECTION NO: LS 0011 SUBJECT: FIRST AID OPERATIONS AUTHORISED BY: State Lifesaving Committee ISSUE DATE: 01/07/2012 VERSION: 1 PAGES: 15 FIRST AID ROOM FURNISHINGS AND FITTINGS It is mandatory for all Clubs to have, as part of their lifesaving facilities, an accessible and fully equipped first aid room. The items listed below are the minimum requirements & it is the responsibility of the Club to maintain these requirements. First Aid Rooms shall be presented in a safe & clean condition at all times. NOTE: Remember that the patient you are treating needs to feel that they are in a safe and comfortable environment. A clean, tidy and safe first aid room will help to achieve this. NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION 1. Notice Board containing: - List of First Aid Certificate holders and their currency - List of emergency telephone numbers - Appropriate first aid charts (eg. Resuscitation chart, stinger chart and stinger treatment charts) 2. No Smoking signs (minimum A4 size including international symbol) 3. Examination Couch with foam mattress, vinyl cover and adjustable back. 4. Sink (preferably with at least one (1) fountain spray tap to use as an eye wash) 5. Sink cleansing materials 6. A dispenser for liquid hand cleaner 7. Paper towels and dispenser 8. Disposable cups 9. One (1) stainless steel or plastic bowl (approximately 25cm) 10. Pillow/s MUST be plastic covered 11. Pillow covers (disposable) 12. Sheets (disposable) 13. Blankets a) Space blanket b) Clean cotton or woollen blanket 14. Chair (in a safe condition) 15. Wall-mounted or mobile traverse arm spotlight and spare bulb 16. Oscillating fan (ceiling or wall-mounted) 17. Garbage holder with disposable kitchen tidy bags (to be replaced after any major incident, or when full, and always at the end of the patrol day) 18. a) SLSA approved Air-viva b) Additional oxygen supplies 3 x C size cylinders, 1 x D size (optional) NOTE: 1 Extra C size cylinder to be held if no D size held 19. Squeeze mop, bucket and broom (for use in FA room only) 20. Enclosed storage space for both treatment and bulk supplies 21. Small freezer readily available in First Aid Room at all times 22. SLSA approved defibrillator (recommended) 23. Books and Report Forms: - Current SLSQ approved First Aid Manual - Incident Report Log

2 FIRST AID ROOM EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES The stock items listed below are minimum requirements and it is the responsibility of each Club to maintain adequate stocks for its requirements. Quantities are listed under three columns. A Minimum requirements for all Club first aid rooms B Minimum backup stocks for Clubs from Noosa and south to Rainbow Bay C Minimum backup stocks for Clubs from Rainbow Beach and north to Port Douglas NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION A B C 1. Adhesive Strips Band-Aids Adhesive Dressing Tape 25 mm Adhesive Paper Tape Non allergenic 1.25cm Adhesive Paper Tape Non allergenic 2.5cm Antiseptic Wipes alcohol Hibitene Box 6. Bowl Stainless Steel or Plastic 25cm 1 7. Burn aid Pad 10cmx 10cm Burn aid Pad 20cm x 20cm Cold Packs ice packs made up in freezer Combine Dressing Roll 7.5 or single sterilized packs Conforming Gauze 10cm Conforming Gauze 5.0cm Cotton Buds Crepe Bandage 5cm Medium or Heavy Crepe Bandage 10cm Medium or Heavy Crepe Bandage 15cm Medium or Heavy Cups Plastic Disposable Dressing pack trays Disposable Oxygen Therapy & Resuscitation Masks 2ea 2ea 2ea 20. Eye Pads single use Fabric Dressing Strip 7.2cm x 1m Box Forceps/Tweezers Gauze Squares 10x10 Large pack Disposable Gloves (box) Antiseptic Hand wash Gel Antiseptic Tube (for mobile kits to restock) Kidney Dish Nail Brushes Non Adherent Dressings 10x Non Adherent Dressings 5x Notepad Register of Injuries Oropharyngeal Airways sizes as follows: extra large, large and medium Padded Splint Arm or approved SLSA splints Padded Splint Leg or approved SLSA splints Plastic Bags Different sizes small, med, large 10ea 10ea 10ea 36. Plastic Bucket Pens/ Pencil Primapore 8.5cm x 6cm Primapore 10cm x 8cm Rescue Blanket Space Resuscitation Mask Safety Pins Scissors Sharps Container Sodium Chloride Saline 30 ml ampoules Spacer for use with Ventolin or the like 1 Opti onal

3 47. Spare Oxygen Resuscitator masks Spare Resus tubing (min 2m in length) Spare Regurgitation Filters Spare Therapy Tubing (min 2m in length) Specimen Containers Splinter Probes Disposable Sunscreen - 1 litre Triangular Bandages - Disposable or Cloth Vaseline Ventolin Vinegar 10ltr 10ltr 58. Wound Closures ( Steri-strips) Assorted sizes Wound Dressings No Wound Dressings No Safety Goggles (pair) Stiff Neck Collars - Full Set /Adjustable MOBILE BEACH PATROL FIRST AID KITS The mobile First Aid Kit is to be sturdy, light, portable and rust resistant. The kit is to be clearly marked, e.g. (Club Name) SLSC First Aid Kit. NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY 1. Adhesive Strips Band-Aids Adhesive Dressing Tape 25 mm 1 3. Adhesive Paper Tape Non Allergenic 1.25cm 1 4. Antiseptic Wipes alcohol Hibitene Burn aid Pad 10cm x 10cm 1 6. Cold Packs Disposable (optional if ice on beach) 2 7. Combine Dressing 10x Conforming Gauze 5.0cm 2 9. Cotton Buds small pack Crepe Bandage 7.5cm Medium or Heavy Crepe Bandage 15cm Medium or Heavy Dressing pack trays Eye Pads single use Fabric Dressing Strip 7.2cm x 1m Box (minimum length 50cm) Forceps/Tweezers Gauze Squares single packs Gloves Disposable 10pr 18. Gel Antiseptic Hand wash Tube Kidney Dish Non Adherent Dressings 10x Non Adherent Dressings 5x Notepad for Register of Injuries Splint Arm or approved SLSA splints Pens Plastic bags (Small/Med/Large) 4 each 26. Primapore (or like) different sizes 2 each 27. Rescue blanket 1

4 28. Safety pins Sharps container Saline 30ml ampoules (or 1 litre bottle) Splinter probes Sunscreen tube Triangular bandages Vaseline Ventolin Wound closures 1 pack 37. Wound dressing Safety goggles Scissors 1 pair EMERGENCY KIT (SHARK KIT) Emergency Kits are an optional item for Clubs, as part of their patrol/first aid equipment, subject to the approval of the Branch. Branch Directors are to consult with Clubs and the Medical Officer in their respective Branch to decide which Club/s are to maintain the use of the Emergency Kit. The Emergency Kit is to be sturdy, light, portable, sand and rust resistant. The kit is to be clearly marked, e.g. (Club name) SLSC Emergency Kit. 1) For use only for a patient in certain medical emergencies 2) Pack must only be used by a doctor or trained paramedic. 3) The time sensitive contents of this pack should be exchanged annually, or at least three months before the expiry date, at a local hospital or ambulance station and the date of the last change noted on the container. 4) It must be stored in a cool area, e.g. the First Aid Room. 5) Once the seal has been broken on the kit, it will be necessary to return to hospital/ambulance station for re-sterilisation. NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY 1. Tuta Disposable Giving Sets Cat Autoclaved Instrument Pack (Autoclave annually or after use) Containing: a) Forceps Artery, Mosquito, Straight b) Forceps Adson Tissue, Serrated c) Scissors, dressing, 15cm blunt/sharp d) Needle holder, Mathiues e) 15cm probe with eye f) No 3 scalpel handle g) No 15 scalpel blade (pack of 6) h) Spencer Wells Artery Forceps (14cm straight) 3. No. 21 Scalp vein needles 2ea 4. Ampoules, 1% Lignocaine (5mL) 5 5. Disposable syringes: 2mL 3.75cm x 21 gauge drawing needles 10mL 3.75cm x 22 gauge giving needles 1 2pr 2pr 1pr pr 10 2

5 6. Cannulae Large (16 gauge) Cannulae Medium (18 gauge) Cannulae Small (20 gauge Jelco) 7. Conforming bandages (15cm) 6 8. Combine dressing 10cm x 20cm Gauze swabs (10cm x 10cm) Disposable Betadine wipes Suture pack containing: a) Length 4/0 black silk/nylon with needle b) Length 3/0 catgut plain Litre bags Hartman s solution, Intravenous Haemacel 500ml Rapid Infuser Set Roll paper tape 2.5cm Microfoam 7.5cm Scissors (taped to inside of lid) Tourniquet (Praemeta or Maymed) Arterial tourniquets (Esmarch bandages) Kidney tray (plastic or stainless steel) cm x 30cm Plastic inter-continence sheet (packed top) Space blanket Padded arm splints (for intravenous drips) Note book and pencil Pairs of gloves (size 7.5) DAILY DUTIES FOR THE FIRST AID OFFICER START OF EACH DAY 1. Unlock/open First Aid Room 2. Check patrol log book events of previous patrol day 3. Familiarise yourself with: (a) Location of keys (b) Incident Report Log (c) Emergency contact number (d) Familiarise with proficient First Aid holders 4. Ensure all equipment is ready: - All Air-Viva cleaned and operational - Check contents and mark with chalk/pen - Basic requirements (as per First Aid Room Furnishings & Fittings) 5. Check backup equipment and supplies (as per First Aid Room Equipment & Supplies) 6. Ensure cleanliness of: - Floor - Sink - Garbage disposal bin - Sharps container - Pillow case, sheet and blanket 7. Ensure clear access to First Aid Room

6 END OF EACH DAY 1. Check Air-Viva and replace cylinder if less than half full 2. Dispose of rubbish, eg. any used dressings, dressing kits or gloves in sealed garbage bag 3. Dispose of any sharps contact local authority who will arrange for disposal 4. Replace sheet and pillow case if necessary 5. Replenish stock or advise First Aid Officer of requirements 6. Make sure records have been kept and appropriate forms sent to Branch/SLSQ 7. Leave room clean, tidy, secure, wipe down benches, sweep floor, lock windows and doors 8. Report and log all missing equipment to Patrol Captain or First Aid Officer AIR BAG / OXYGEN RESUSCITATOR REGULAR SERVICE AND HYGIENE This guideline establishes appropriate requirements for the provision of oxygen equipment. The use of oxygen in the treatment of serious illness and injury has proven beneficial. TRAINING Personnel required to use oxygen equipment should be appropriately trained and qualified. EQUIPMENT - All oxygen resuscitation equipment should meet SLSA standards. - Should include 2 x Regurgitation filters per kit. - Air Viva 2 Resuscitation Bags are to be removed from kit. Start of Day Checks - Check all equipment has been cleaned and is fully operational - Check contents, date and sign/mark utilising a chalk/pen. End of Each Day Checks - Repeat above checks and replace cylinder if less than half full SERVICING A qualified operator should closely check equipment. The equipment should be serviced annually - preferably during nonpeak times (winter months). Service Personnel should also have:- - Adequate insurance to cover any claim made against them or their company in the event of their negligence causing injury to persons or damage to property. (This is to indemnify SLSA). - Be capable of obtaining the correct replacement parts for the units to keep resuscitators uniform. - Be prepared to label and date such units as being serviced by the person. - Be able to maintain a service register of equipment. Cleaning After Clubs have carried out resuscitation with an Air Bag Resuscitator, it is very important to clean all the equipment to minimise the chance of spreading disease or infections. 1. Oxygen therapy masks, regurgitation valves and resuscitation tubing should be discarded after use. 2. Disassemble patient valve, wash in soapy water to remove all solids, rinse in fresh running water and assemble. 3. Wash air bag in warm soapy water, rinse in fresh running water and assemble. 4. Disassemble rear valve, wash in warm soapy water, rinse in fresh running water and re-assemble. 5. Wash reservoir valve (Laerdal bag only) and oxygen reservoir in soapy water and rinse in fresh running water. 6. Then soak all parts in a solution of at least 70% alcoholic chlorhexidine for at least two minutes. 7. They should then be rinsed and dried (not in direct sunlight). Refer to SLSA Sterilisation of Equipment Policy. 8. Operate all features after drying before storage. Note: Clubs are directed to review the SLSA bulletins and policies for further information on SLSA web site (

7 DEFIBRILLATOR REGULAR SERVICE This guideline establishes appropriate requirements for the provision of a Defibrillator. TRAINING Personnel required to use the Defibrillator should be appropriately trained and qualified. EQUIPMENT - All Defibrillators should meet SLSA standards. - Should include Gloves, Razor, Shears, Gauze swabs, Spare Battery (if applicable to AED), Spare electrode pads, spare blanket, Pen and paper, Chamois or towel, child pads (optional with a child lock key) - Set of child electrode pads should be included if applicable for machine. Start of Day Checks - Start self-check mechanism, AED has passed the self check - Electrode pads are in date - All additional equipment as listed above is include and in operational condition. SERVICING A qualified operator should closely check equipment. The equipment should be serviced annually - preferably during nonpeak times (winter months). Service Personnel should also have:- - Adequate insurance to cover any claim made against them or their company in the event of their negligence causing injury to persons or damage to property. (This is to indemnify SLSA). - Be capable of obtaining the correct replacement parts for the units to keep defibrillator uniform. - Be prepared to label and date such units as being serviced by the person. - Be able to maintain a service register of equipment. Note: Clubs are directed to review the SLSA bulletins and policies for further information on SLSA web site (

8 SLSQ PREFERRED FIRST AID SUPPLIERS Alpha First Aid Supplies 21 Darnick Street UNDERWOOD QLD 4119 Phone: Fax: Website: Townsville Contact Col Brierley Cairns Contact John Kenway A1 First Aid Supplies 15 Boundary Street TINGALPA QLD 4173 Phone: Fax: rob@a1firstaid.com.au Australian Red Cross 16 Hamilton Place BOWEN HILLS QLD 4006 Phone: Fax: firstaidsales@qld.redcross.org.au First Aid Suppliers 146 Hoare Street MANUNDA QLD 4870 Phone: Fax: GE Medical Healthcare Technologies PO Box 2145 MANSFIELD BC QLD 4122 Phone: Fax: MEDELEQ 11 Palings Court/PO Box 419 NERANG NORTH QLD 4211 Phone: Fax: sales@medeleq.com.au Medical & Surgical Supplies 33 Fulcrum Street RICHLANDS QLD 4077 Phone: Fax: medical@medsurg.com.au Medtek Pty Ltd 106 Dalrymple Road CURRAJONG, TOWNSVILLE QLD 4812 Phone: Fax: info@medtek.com.au Mediquip Pty Ltd PO Box 507 ARCHERFIELD QLD 4108 Phone: Fax: admin@mediquip.com.au Website: Provision and service of Oxygen Equipment Noosa Medical Supplies PO Box 1290 NOOSAVILLE BC QLD 4566 Phone: Fax: sales@noosamedicalsupplies.com.au Nova Medical PO Box 96 PARADISE POINT QLD 4216 Phone: Fax: david.byatte@bigpond.com St John Ambulance Sales Division, 225 St Paul s Terrace FORTITUDE VALLEY QLD 4006 Phone: Fax: enquiries@stjohnqld.com.au Scientific Education Supplies PO Box 2469 MANSFIELD QLD 4122 Phone: Fax: info@ses.com.au Surf Life Saving Queensland (Laerdal Supplies) - Robert Dove 18 Manning Street / PO Box 3747 SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101 Phone: Fax: rdove@lifesaving.com.au Medtek Pty Ltd C/ - Carins Private Hospital 1 Upward Street CAIRNS QLD 4870 Phone: Fax: info@medtek.com.au BOC Gases Local Suppliers in all regions Phone:

9 POLICY STATEMENT DATE: November 2004 SUBJECT: SHARPS POLICY DEPARTMENT: Lifesaving Purpose The purpose of this guideline is to raise the awareness of sharps as an important aspect of beach safety management. Background The issue of sharps on beaches has from time to time created major media and public concern. The management of this potential hazard should have an education component and a prevention and response component. Management There are two aspects to sharps management: 1. Education 2. Prevention and response Education Education should be provided to the community to contain the problem and for staff to respond appropriately. Community education on the safe use and disposal of syringes in additional to education based on general drug awareness issues. Staff training on the handling and disposal of sharps. Prevention and Response Provision of sharps disposal containers. Beach cleaning services (identification and removal of sharps). Access to portable sharps containers and safe handling equipment. First aid training in general hygiene requirements and treatment of needle stick injuries. Needlestick Injury In the event of any needle stick injury the appropriate response is to: Take action to prevent any further injuries. Apply first aid. Seek medical aid. Report the injury. Consider the need for counselling of the injured person. The Law In Australia it is not an offence to possess sterile needles and syringes. However it is an offence to dispose of injecting equipment in an unsafe manner. Safe Disposal All used needles and syringes should be placed immediately after use in a properly sealed, rigid walled, puncture proof container and disposed of in your nearest public sharps disposal bin.

10 Unsafe Disposal and Community Concerns Most needles and syringes are disposed of safely and appropriately. However there are some occasions when they are not and these occasions continue to cause public concern. To date there have been no documented accounts, worldwide, of any person acquiring Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C or HIV from a needle stick injury sustained in a communal or public setting. What to do if you Find an Unsafely Discarded Needle and Syringe If you find a needle and syringe: Do not put your hands in any hidden or hard to access places (eg. Drain pipes, toilets or thick bushes) Do NOT attempt to recap the needle Use a sharps container or find a rigid walled, puncture resistant, sealable container (plastic bottles are good if no disposal containers are immediately available) Find and put on latex/rubber gloves if possible Bring the container and place on ground beside to the needle/syringe. Do not hold the container upright in your hands as you are disposing of the needle/syringe Pick up the needle/syringe by the middle of the barrel keeping the sharp end facing away from you at all times. Place the needle/syringe in the container sharp end first; and securely close the lid, holding the container at the top. Remove gloves (if appropriate and wash hands with running water and soap Place the sealed container into your nearest Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) for disposal as medical waste. Other items that have come into contact with blood should be disposed of in the same container as the used needle/syringe, or placed into double plastic bags and then into rubbish, or taken to a NSP for disposal. Advise children to inform an adult if they find unsafely disposed of needles/syringes Call the Queensland Clean Needle Hotline, 1800 NEEDLE ( ) to report any incidence of unsafely discarded needles and syringes. Needle Stick Injury - Wash away the blood or body fluid with soap and water - If the eyes are contaminated, rinse eyes while open with water or saline - If blood gets into the mouth, spit it out and then repeatedly rinse with water - Refer the person immediately to a doctor or hospital emergency department - Ensure the safe disposal of the sharp (Ideally a sharps container, do not take it with you) - Report the incident immediately Further Information on Disposal The Queensland Clean Needle Helpline (1800 NEEDLE / ) is available to access information regarding needle stick injury, report incidents of unsafely discarded needles and syringes and to find out where and how used sharps can be safely disposed of. This service is available 24 hours, seven days a week, and is run by the Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS).

11 JOINT POLICY SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND AND THE QUEENSLAND AMBULANCE SERVICE Introduction 1. The emergency care of ill or injured patients is enhanced through an integrated approach. Surf lifesavers and lifeguards are specifically trained and skilled in water rescue and resuscitation. They are often the first to attend patients, particularly at the beach or where the public is engaged in water sports. 2. Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) and the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) have developed the following joint policy to ensure there is a cooperative approach to response and handover of patients. Aim 3. The aim of this policy is to outline the roles and responsibilities of surf lifesavers or lifeguards and Queensland Ambulance Service officers to ensure the timely and appropriate care of patients. General 4. Every attempt should be made to encourage improved communication through appropriate channels between lifeguards, surf lifesavers, ambulance officers and hospital medical staff in keeping with the principles of the Queensland Emergency Medical System (QEMS). 5. Minor variations exist in the resuscitation procedures and equipment used by SLSQ and the QAS. Area Managers must ensure an exchange of technical information, particularly in relation to the different brands and types of equipment used, and ensure this information is conveyed to operational staff. Roles and Responsibilities 6. In all cases involving a collapsed victim, the lifeguard or lifesavers must immediately contact the QAS and seek assistance. 7. If a medical officer is immediately available, their assistance should be sought. Where a doctor is present, both QAS and SLSQ personnel are to work under the doctor s direction. However, this does not take precedence over the call for an ambulance in the case of a collapsed victim. 8. On arrival of the QAS, the lifeguard and/or lifesavers are to fully brief the officers as to the circumstances of the incident and the patient s presentation. SLSQ personnel should provide assistance to the ambulance officers and follow their directions appropriately. 9. Unless a doctor is present, the ambulance officers will assume responsibility for patient care. 10. Where cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is in progress, ambulance officers will determine if further medical aid is required and arrange patient transport.

12 11. In remote areas where there is a single officer response, lifesavers will offer assistance that may include accompanying the patient during transport. As the ambulance officer is ultimately responsible for patient care and transport, the lifesaver will work under the instruction/advice of the officer at all times. 12. SLSQ oxygen equipment may be transported with the patient if necessary. Circumstances where this may occur include multiple patient cases, or where there is the risk that QAS oxygen may not be sufficient for the journey. SLSQ and QAS personnel are to ensure that a procedure is in place to return such equipment to the SLSQ centre upon completion of the case. Conclusion 13. Lifeguards and lifesavers are an important link in the Queensland Emergency Medical System. Their level of training and presence where there is a high potential for injury, ensures patients receive early professional care. The QAS is responsible for the continuing pre-hospital care of the patient. 14. Optimal patient outcomes will be assured through efficient and cooperative relationships between the QAS and SLSQ.

13 DEFIBRILLATION EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES This guideline establishes the appropriate requirements for the provision of defibrillators. Survival of cardiac arrest depends on a series of critical interventions. The term chain of survival has been used to describe this sequence. The chain has four interdependent links: early access, early basic life support (CPR), early defibrillation and early advanced cardiac life support. Sudden cardiac arrest is treatable, with impressive survival statistics after immediate defibrillation. Tragically, however, this seldom occurs outside the hospital setting. Survival rates decline dramatically with each minute that passes before defibrillation. DEPLOYMENT Due to the expense of providing defibrillators and maintaining training for operators, it is advisable to establish criteria for the deployment of this equipment. The criteria may include: Beach visitation levels High risk groups or activities (this may include a history of the frequency of cardiac arrests) Expected ambulance response times EQUIPMENT Defibrillation equipment shall meet SLSA compliance. SERVICING A qualified operator should routinely check equipment. The equipment should be serviced annually. NOTE: * A spare battery is required for all units NOTE: For further information, refer to the SLSA First Aid Emergency Care Manual or the ARC Policy Statement on Defibrillation Policy Statement number

14 FIRST AID MANAGEMENT OF AQUATIC NECK INJURIES - GUIDELINES This guideline establishes a general overview for the first aid management of aquatic neck injuries. Spinal injuries can result from a number of activities, with motor vehicle accidents and diving emergencies accounting for most injuries. With proper management, if the spinal cord has not been severed or damaged on initial impact, it can be protected against further trauma. Unless an accident has been witnessed, or if a neck and/or back injury is highly improbable, you should always treat motionless and unconscious patients for a spinal injury. A first aider should always inspect the scene to identify any possible causes that may have attributed to the accident. Most spinal injuries occur in the cervical spine (e.g. whiplash, diving in shallow water) or lumbar spine (e.g. motor vehicle accident). TRAINING AND PROFICIENCY The treatment and management of spinal injuries is performed by all Bronze Medallion holders and forms a part of the Bronze Medallion Training. Personnel wishing to learn advanced skills in relation to stifneck/cervical collars should gain their Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate. The minimum age to gain the Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate is 15 years on the date of examination. The SLSA First Aid Emergency Care Manual covers the following learning outcomes as part of the ART Award: Causes of spinal injuries Signs and symptoms of a patient with suspected spinal injuries How to move a patient with a suspected spinal injury Principles of immobilisation for spinal injuries Management of head and spinal injuries Transportation of patients with suspected spinal injuries The SLSA 33 rd Edition Training Manual covers the following learning outcomes as part of the Bronze Medallion: Spinal injury carry Spinal stretcher carry Extended arm roll over and stretcher carry Conscious patient in a standing position Proficiency testing for both the Bronze Medallion and Advanced Resuscitation is on an annual basis. EQUIPMENT Spinal injury equipment shall meet SLSA standards. Personnel should be familiar with the use of the following equipment: Stifneck Collars / Cervical Collar As part of the Advanced Resuscitation Certificate Spinal Boards As part of the Bronze Medallion Certificate - Carries and Support unit. NOTE: For further information, refer to the SLSA 33 rd Edition Training Manual and SLSA First Aid Emergency Care Manual.

15 SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND CONTACT LIST 2011/2012 MEDICAL ADVISORY PANEL Name Position Mobile Number Phone Number Address Draper, Dr Dan State Medical Advisor Lucas, Peter State Lifesaving Officer Fife, Marcia State Emergency Care Advisor Seymour, Jamie State Marine Stinger Advisor TBA Haug, Dr Chris North Qld Branch Medical Officer Lawry, Dr Ben North Barrier Branch Medical Officer TBA TBA Wide Bay Capricorn Branch Medical Officer TBA TBA TBA Draper, Dr Dan Sunshine Coast Branch Medical Officer TBA South Coast Branch Medical Officer TBA TBA TBA Barry, Dr Steven Point Danger Branch Medical Officer TBA