Emergency Action Plan
Roy High School
SUMMARY
In the event that an accident occurs to an athlete or individual within the high school that most definitely needs or requires the help from a person with a higher education and experience within the medical background, the first responder or coach who witnessed the incident without a safe plan of action should:
- Locate the school Athletic Trainer (Ryan Renkiewicz) who is normally in the Athletic Training room located directly behind the large gymnasium. In the event that Ryan cannot be found you should locate the coach of the athlete or faculty member. If the witness is a faculty member or coach not trained in CPR/First aid or has any prior training or experience in dealing with such an incident, CALL 911.
When calling 911 the address of Roy high school is as follows. Roy High School 2150 West 4800 South, Utah, 84067,The quickest route to Roy High School, is to turn onto 1900 (the main road in Roy) drive North and turn left on 4800. Once turned, RoyHigh School will be located about a block ahead on the right side of the road.
- If the victim is in an unnatural position or if they are unconscious DONOT MOVE THE VICTIMuntil emergency care arrives.
- If 911 medical emergency is needed or dialed for further assistance speak calmly, give specific location of the victim, give directions to the school. Also, provide the time of the accident, details about what happened and the type of emergency situation or injury/illness. Finally, inform the dispatcher of the current medical assistance being provided or care that has been provided already.
- A competent individual (coach, assistant coach, faculty member, or athletic training student) will be designated to wait for the medical assistance and will direct them to the injured individual.
- After contacting emergency care, continue to monitor the victim. Important characteristics to monitor: airway, skin color, pulse, and consciousness. In order to competently observe the characteristics the airway can be observed by placing one’s ear close to the victim’s mouth/nose to feel for air movement, pulse can be monitored by lightly palpating the lateral aspect of the victim’s neck over the jugular artery, and skin color/consciousness can be simply observed.
- Once the emergency medical team arrives, ask if there is any assistance you can give.
Emergency phone numbers if needed to contact.
Roy High School Front Office801-476-3600
Mckay Dee Hospital Emergency Room801-387-7000
Davis Hospital801-807-1000
Ogden Regional Hospital801-479-2111
Poison Control1-800-222-1212
Roy Fire801-774-1080
Roy Police 801-629-8221
Ambulance/Fire911
Emergency Action Plan (E.A.P)
RoyHigh School
Purpose of this Emergency Action Plan;
The purpose of this emergency action plan was created to protect those involved with RoyHigh School athletics from any injury, harm or possible death in the act of a major disastrous event. This emergency action plan describes the contacts and the responsibilities/actions that are to be taken to protect all individuals’ present in RoyHigh School.
Personnel;
The high school Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), is responsible to be the first one to evaluate and assess acute injuries. There aren’t any team Physicians, Medical Doctors or Paramedics/EMT’s present at any basketball games or practices. However, there is an ambulance present at all Roy High home football games. In the event of an emergency, Ryan Renkiewicz ATCwill be responsible to make contact with any paramedics to give location of the patient and current situations that are occurring. In the case of an emergency call 911. In the event that Ryanis unable to make a phone call in an emergency situation, the student athletic trainer or coach present will make any call necessary by Ryan’s request. Prior to any competitive events, Ryan will present an overview of the implemented High School Emergency Action Plan to the opposing team Athletic Trainer (if present).
In the event that an emergency happens and an ambulance is needed to transport and injured or ill athlete or victim, the ambulance will be parked next to the (visitor’s side) north east entrance of the school/football stadium entrance gate for a football accident. The athletic director will be the one who instructs the EMT when and how to enter the stadium with the ambulance in case of an incident in need of medical transportation. Also, in case of an indoor accident, the ambulance will be parked near the eastern side of the basketball stadium, located near the Roy aquatic center. Both large doors will be opened. Parking next to the east entrance will give paramedics more room to place the victim in the ambulance without any delay or further damage to the victim
Certified Athletic Trainer
Certified Athletic Trainers are medical professionals who are experts in injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation, particularly in the orthopedic and musculoskeletal disciplines
Athletic Trainer– Ryan Renkiewicz (231-920-0924)
The ATC must be certified in CPR, AED and Emergency Response and meets the requirements of the BOC and NATA.
WeberStateUniversityStudent Athletic Trainers
The student Athletic Trainer must be certified in CPR, AED and Emergency response and need’s to have the clearance by the WSU program director and insurance to be present at the High School to assist Ryan in any evaluations or necessary assistance.
Facility Clearance
All faculty members listed below carry a universal key for all facilities at RHS.
- Mike Puzey/Freddy Fernandes: Athletic Director
- Gina Butters: Principal
Training Session
Prior to all season(s) ALL coaches and personnel involved will be required to attend a mandatory training session involving this emergency action plan to inform what people will be involved in the case of an emergency situation. The School Athletic Trainer Ryan Renkiewicz is in charge of training all coaches, student athletic trainers and athletic directors, etc…. prior to the season beginning (if possible before team tryouts).
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS;
RoyHigh School’s nearest hospital is McKayDeeHospital and listed below are some of the residents at McKay Dee. Also listed are some of Weber State Universities team Physicians and specialists.
Roy High School Front Office801-476-3600
Roy High School Principle: Gina Butters801-430-2124
Roy High School Athletic Director: Mike Puzey801-721-9650
Roy High School Assistant A.D.: Freddy Fernandes801-388-9651
Roy High School Athletic Trainer: Ryan Renkiewicz231-920-0924
Mckay Dee Hospital Emergency Room801-387-7000
Davis Hospital801-807-1000
Ogden Regional Hospital801-479-2111
Poison Control1-800-222-1212
Roy Fire801-774-1080
Roy Police 801-629-8221
Ambulance/Fire911
Who is at the practices?
-Ryan Renkiewicz ATC
-Head Coaches
-Coaching Staff
-Student Athletic Trainer
Who is at the games?
-Ryan Renkiewicz ATC
-Head Coaches
-Coaching Staff
-Student Athletic Trainer
-Principal
-Athletic Directors
Chain of Command;
The Head Athletic Trainer Ryan Renkiewicz ATC and Student Athletic Trainer are present at the High School during most all practices and games. In the event of an emergency, the ATC and student athletic trainer can be located in the Athletic Training room/at practices during practices or on the sideline/courtside during competition. Ryan Renkiewicz ATC is always the first on the scene and has the role and duty to care for all High School athletes present. In the event that a team physician or EMT are present for an event, Ryan will be the first responder to any injured victims/athletes, and if more medical assistance is needed Ryan will call on the team physician to assist in the diagnosis and decision making process. If there is a life threatening event that needs medical transportation then Ryan will summon the EMT for assistance.
Communication;
Responsibility of First Responder/Assistant Athletic Trainer/Student AT
In the event of an emergency that needs contact of paramedics or an ambulance, the Head Athletic Trainer or Student Athletic Trainer will be in charge of locating the nearest school telephone or cell phone and contact EMS.Ryan Renkiewicz is the sole individual in charge for ordering someone to call for advanced medical assistance.
Sign and lines of Communication for EMS;
-Speak Calmly
-Give specific location, address, street names etc.
-Give the time of the accident
-What has happened, details
-Type of emergency situation, type of injury/illness
-Type of suspected injury/illness
-Present details and conditions about the athlete/individual
-Current assistance being given and by whom
-Stating Specific Signs/Symptoms and when they began
-Athletic Trainers present and names, current care being given
-Exact location of the emergency (where to park?)
-Overall scene description
-Triage number of victims
-Age, sex, major injuries
-Vital signs information of all victims
-Supplies that may be needed
Equipment Supplies;
Practices:
All equipment is kept in the Athletic Training facility located directly behind the large basketball court on the west side of the building.The door has a banner above the door titled ‘Athletic Trainer’. The Athletic Training room can also be found by going inside the boy’s locker room, the Athletic Training room is the first door on the left. All equipment cabinets are locked and the keys are held by Ryan Renkiewicz ATC and Mike Puzey AD.
Games/Events:
During Games/Events, a Trauma kit, Splints, Tape and Neck brace will be presently near the Athletic Trainer (directly behind the team bench) that is in charge of the Game/Event. In case of an emergency head or neck injury, the spine board is located in the Athletic Training room. However, in the instance that spine boarding is required EMS will always be activated and spine boarding will be conducted with the EMTs or Paramedics present.
AED:
AED’s are located at the front office and in the athletic training room.
Emergency Situations;
In the event of anyLIFE THREATENING injuries listed below, there are certain assessments and actions that need to be taken.
Checking vital signs, ABC’s and administering Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) when needed
Assign an individual to call 911, hopefully an experienced ATC or student AT that has experience with activating EMS.
Treat for Shock
Reassure the victim to stay calm
Apply basic first aid
Stay with the athlete at all time
Transport the victim to the nearest emergency room as needed.
Always be willing to lend a helping hand, no matter what it is.
-Concussion/Blackouts- Activate EMS, Do Not Give the Victim anything by mouth! Let the ATC or Physician evaluate the athlete. If the ATC is not present at the time of a concussive injury, immediately contact Ryan as soon as possible. Check the athlete for blurred vision, confusion, memory loss or loss of consciousness. Monitor the athlete for breathing and heart rate.
-Heat Illness or Heat Stroke- Monitor ABC’s, Place victim in cool environment, Remove damp clothing, Cool the body, inform the victim about dehydrating themselves better. Let the ATC or Physician look at the victim.
-Cardiac distress/arrest- Check Vital signs, Basic first aid, CPR, Treat for Shock, AED, Continue and ongoing assessment. Let the ATC or Physician look at the victim.
-Fractures- Splint the way you found it. Do not try to fix the fracture. Until anEMT/Paramedic or team physician can treat the victim correctly.
-Dislocations - Splint the way you found it. Do not try to relocate the dislocated injury. Until an EMT/Paramedic or team physician can treat the victim correctly.
-Spinal Injuries- Make sure the head is always supported until greater trained assistance arrives. Support the head for as long as it takes.
NON- LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCIES;
-Apply basic first aid.
-Contact Athletic Trainer, Ryan Renkiewicz (231)-920-0924
-Stay with the athlete until safe to manage on their own
-If emergency is outside of your capabilities, activate EMS.
Multiple Victim Triage Emergency Plan;
The First Responder or ATC/Student A.T on the scene of the accident will be required to be certified in CPR/First aid and be trained in first response, also understanding how to use the START system. Primarily checking the area for scene safety, soon after, the first responder should do a quick assessment of every victim involved with the accident to account for the worst possible injury that has taken place. After all information has been gathered by the first responder, he/she will be responsible for quickly contacting EMS or assigning someone nearby to contact EMS. While communicating with EMS, certain information should be given so that all preparations can be made in caring for the victims. From collecting the scene information, the individual who is in the most life threatening situation or is most injured/ill will be cared for first and immediately!!
Information that should be primarily given to EMS is:
-Calm clear voice
-Descriptive location of victims
-Care being given
-Overall scene description
-Triage number of victims
-Age, sex, major injuries
-Vital signs information of all victims
-Supplies that may be needed
Environmental Considerations;
-Earthquake Plan:
Always stay indoors until shaking stops and you are sure it is safe to exit! Choose the safest place to get under (sturdy table etc) Drop, Cover and Hold on under that sturdy table or desk. Protect your eyes and face by placing your face and head against your arm. Try to lean against a sturdy wall and stay away from falling objects that are heavy or windows.If you are outdoors, find a clear spot away from buildings, trees, and power lines. Drop to the ground.
After the shaking earthquake stops: Check yourself for injuries, check others for injuries. Look for and extinguish small fires. Eliminate fire hazards. Turn off the gas if you smell gas or think its leaking. Listen to the radio for instructions. Expect aftershocks. Each time you feel one, DROP AND COVER.On the following page’s you will locate a school map that shows arrows on how to escape in case of a fire emergency.
-Fire:
In the case of a fire, there are four near by exits for the large gym which can be visually seen on the map in the follow pages. Two sets of doors are on the northern side of the building leading directly outside to the northern parking lot near the football stadium. One exit is east leading to a short hallway then leading to doors taking you outside to the parking lot near the aquatic center. Finally the last exit would be to exiting through the western doors which will take you in to yet another small hallway leading toward doors taking you outside near the football stadium/baseball field. These are the same exits used incase of a fire involving the wrestling team and where the wrestling team’s practice facilities are located.
-Lightning/Thunder Storms:
(Primarily for outdoor teams such as football, track, baseball, softball, cross country and soccer) In case there are signs of lighting or storms, the ATC should take the appropriate approach to lightning safety of all athletes/individuals outside during the storm, including the implementation of a lightning safety policy that identifies safe location s for shelter from the lighting hazard. The primary choice for a safe structure is any fully enclosed substantial building. The local weather forecasts should be monitored daily before practice and events and establish a chain of command if needed. The ATC should use the flash to bang count of 30 seconds or less to determine when to suspend outdoor activity. Waiting 30 minutes or longer after the last flash of lightning or sound of thunder is recommended before outdoor activities are resumed. Lightning safety includes avoiding shelter under trees, avoiding open areas, and suspending the use of land-line telephones during thunderstorms. The following steps are provided by the NATA and should be followed to enhance environmental safety.
- Survey the scene for safety
- Activate the local emergency management system
- Carefully move the victim to a safe area, if needed
- Evaluate and treat for apnea an asystole
- Evaluate and treat for hypothermia and shock
- Evaluate and treat for fractures
- Evaluate and treat for burns
-Sunburn: During the summer, fall, and spring seasons the athletes are recommended to keep SPF 15 sunscreen in their lockers and apply it 20-30 minutes before practice or games.
-Dehydration/exertional heat illness
Heat illness is inherent to physical activity and its incidence increase with rising temperature and humidity. Athletes who participate and begin training in the late summer/early fall sports, experience exertional heat illness more often than athletes who begin training during the winter and spring. The ATC on hand should understand and know the difference between each heat related illness’s signs and symptoms. Prior to heavy team training each outdoor sport team will be required to attend a 10 minute presentation, from the ATC and coaches, about hydration and preparation for such a hot training environment. Also, each coach is required to visit with the ATC to learn how to prepare their team for such environments and acclimatization. Adapting athletes in the heat gradually over a 10-14 day period is necessary to prevent immediate dehydration, progressively increasing the intensity and duration of work in the heat with a combination of strenuous interval training and continuous exercise.