FIRST responders are trained to the highest level to excel in high-pressure situations. Whether it’s the fire service, paramedics or emergency doctors, all invest time and training to mitigate the effects of so-called “human factors”. These skills include methods to deal with stress, work as a team and debrief following the emergency, and are designed to optimise performance and outcomes during emergencies.
Equestrian sport carries injury risks, and many of its governing bodies require doctors, vets and ground staff at most equine events. Doctors undergo specific training for such situations – whether it be a three-day event or an international football match, there is a standard that all medics must reach.
However, although racecourse veterinary surgeons undertake a basic course in casualty management on a five-yearly basis, vets working at other equestrian events need little more than a veterinary degree. Even those with years of experience treating eventing-type equine injuries lack specific incident management training.
But emergency incidents do occur and, if handled incorrectly, can lead to serious injuries or death to horse and rider, or to well-meaning “would-be rescuers” or bystanders.
A PLAN OF ACTION
HOWEVER, working with the British Animal Rescue and Trauma Association (BARTA) and using techniques developed by Dr Stephen Hearns, a leading air ambulance doctor from Scotland, training has been developed for veterinary students, veterinary practitioners and event vets.
The training includes:
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