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Bleed, Trauma & Mass Casualty Response

Having first aid supplies to treat major injuries is strongly recommended by several official bodies and a key consideration for compliance with the Draft Protection of Premises Bill, also known as ‘Martyn’s Law’. Whether the risk being considered is a public attack or a serious workplace accident – major bleed injuries can be treated with readily available and affordable equipment, which can be used with minimal or no training. The sooner treatment can be given, the greater the chances of survival. Traumatic injuries such as major bleeds, howsoever caused, can result in death in minutes – often before professional help can arrive. Having provisions to stop severe bleeding readily available and easy to access can be vital in keeping casualties alive until emergency services are able to help.