Saving the Day: Inside the World of Search & Rescue

Search & Rescue

Prepare to be blown away as we dive into the thrilling world of search and rescue, led by paramedic, Jamie Pattison who has many years of mountain rescue expertise.

Tune in to hear about the search and rescue techniques used by the team in Northumberland, swiftwater rescue techniques, and the ins and outs of trauma patient management. Jamie also shares his wealth of experience in managing scenes with multiple agencies and communication challenges, prioritizing safety, and minimizing risks during rescues.

And it doesn’t stop there – we delve into the importance of keeping casualties warm, managing trauma patients, and developing a safe system of work in any rescue environment. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the wide range of skills required in search and rescue!

Further learning opportunities:

Search and Rescue Medicine Course

Join Jamie and the Northumberland rescue team and get a hands-on glimpse inside the world of search and rescue with this one-of-a-kind four day course. You’ll experience a highly practical syllabus which we can bring to you thanks to an exclusive partnership with the Northumberland Mountain Rescue team who work with us to broaden your expedition skillset.

You’ll be surrounded by medical experts from the World Extreme Medicine faculty plus the men and women who do this as their day job – an unrivalled opportunity to tap into their expertise and experience. More info.

More Information

Length: 39m
Guests: Jamie Pattison
Host: Eoin Walker
Categories: Search & Rescue

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