Defibrillator | Court Equestrian

A Semi-automatic defibrillator is kept in the class room, adjacent to the Stables Office at the Top Yard.

It is in an Unlocked cupboard for ease of use in an emergency.

DO NOT OPEN THE CUPBOARD EXCEPT UNDER SUPERVISION OR IN AN EMERGENCY.

A GREEN FLASHING STATUS light can be seen through the door window. When flashing, the Defibrillator is ready for use.

If it is not flashing, text Roy immediately on 07831 201 975.

Staff will be given training from time-to-time. However, the defibrillator will tell you what to do and below is a basic guide.

QUICK GUIDE to DEFIBRILLATOR

Loose copy inside cabinet

1. Check if victim is responsive - tap hard, shout. If no response act quickly.

2. Someone to call 999 Ambulance

Priors Court WR2 4TJ –tell them stay on Lower Ferry Lane

What3word address is: DISPOSING.HANDBAG.HAMSTER

Send someone with phone to gate to direct ambulance

3. Open airway (lift chin, tilt head back) and check for breathing

4. Check for pulse

5. Defibrillator – remove from storage box and carry case and follow instructions on its face:

Switch on

pull out pads(remove the transparent cover if necessary)

6. Attach pads

Remove/cut away clothes from upper body including bra (scissors in pack)

Peel liner off pad and stick on body as shown on face of defibrillator (different for adult + child up to age 8/25kg).

7. THE DEFIBRILLATOR WILL CHECK VICTIM STATUS and TELL YOU WHAT TO DO

Wait for instructions from defibrillator. Press “SHOCK” when instructed.

8. Perform CPR until ambulance comes or victim responds.