First Aid

In case of emergency, remember... you can't help if you are hurt.

Injuries & Accidents

Be certain the scene of an accident is safe before you enter. Don't allow yourself or others to become victims. Be aware of anything which could cause further injury. If possible, remove the source of danger:

• Electricity: turn off or remove exposed sources of electricity
• Fire: put out the fire
• Smoke, Water, or Poison Gas: remove patient from smoke, water, or poison gas
• Traffic: warn oncoming traffic

Do not move patient unless necessary to save his or her life or to prevent further injury.

Webster Emergency Medical Services encourages you to learn the correct first aid / CPR procedures and techniques associated with the emergency situations identified in this document.

Dial 911

Call the Emergency Numbers (In Massachusetts, the emergency number is 9-1-1 for police, fire, and ambulance.)

Record and be familiar with emergency numbers you might need outside Massachusetts (when visiting friends, at the cottage or boat, etc...). Have the following information near the phone:

• Ambulance
• Doctor
• Fire
• Hospital
• Police

After dialing 911, be prepared to give the following information:

• Which emergency service do you require: police, fire or ambulance?
• The address or location and main intersection
• The telephone number you are calling from
• The type of emergency
• Your name