Diné College

Medical
Emergencies

IN THE EVENT OF A NON-RESPONSIVE OR LIFE-THREATENING INJURY OR ILLNESS

Faculty’s/Staff’s Responsibilities

  • Immediately summon help (Faculty and Staff are trained to administer specific health care procedures) and call 911. (Campus phones require dialing 6911. Caller needs to give a detailed description of the location within the facility or premises)
  • Describe the nature of the emergency (illness or injury) and how many people are involved.
  • Provide exact location inside or outside the school (inside school provide the door number or best entry point).
  • Notify Administrator and main office staff.
  • DO NOT move the victim(s), especially if you suspect a head or neck injury, unless safety is a concern (e.g., fire present explosive atmosphere, etc.).
  • Assess victim and if applicable, begin CPR.
  • Check victim for medical alert bracelet or necklace.
  • Assess and, if applicable, request and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to brought to the scene.
  • Disperse onlookers and keep others from congregating in the area.
  • If possible, isolate the victim(s).
  • Direct someone (e.g., staff, student) to meet and guide the first responders.
  • Remain to assist Emergency Responders.

ACCIDENTS

Faculty’s/Staff’s Responsibilities

  • Evaluate the accident scene. Isolate and secure the area.
  • Direct any unaffected persons to a safe and secure area.
  • Call 911. (Campus phones require dialing 6911. Caller needs to give a detailed description of the location within the facility or premises.)
  • Notify the Administrator. Advise them of the number injured and of the situation. Give the location.
  • If the scene is safe, proceed to the victim and assess the severity of the injury.
  • Stabilize the victim and administer first aid, if needed.
  • Use universal precautions when handling body fluids.
  • Assist the emergency medical responders.
  • If the scene is not safe, (e.g., electric shock, downed wires, etc.), wait for EMS.