Mitigation of risk, effective communication and scene management of major incidents

What is it about?

This CPD article explores the inter professional boundaries and duties of first responders at major incidents including the required skills to effectively mitigate risks to responder agencies and patients as well as discussing the fundamental ideas and guidelines of risk assessment, safety, and management of a hazardous scene.

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Photo by Ian Taylor on Unsplash

Photo by Ian Taylor on Unsplash

Why is it important?

Communication and collaborative working between emergency services at the scene of a major incident are paramount to gain the best outcome for patients and the wider public.