Situations that cannot be resolved using the people, equipment and resources immediately available to guides
Situations where no immediate (or potential for immediate) life threatening situations exist
Guide: a qualified and trained person in the field whose roll is to supervise participants
PREPARE
Modifications or alterations to the intended route and plan are considered
Participants are notified of potential modifications and alterations and any additional risk or hazards that may be encountered
Participants are advised of additional expectations required during the situation
Communications equipment and network coverage is considered
The guide begins to document the situation and the type and nature of the assistance that may be required to resolve the situation
IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
The guide manages the immediate needs of the situation including the provide first aid, perform rescue actions and/or evacuate to a safe location
The guide contacts the MAG Operations Manager directly and communicates the following details (as far as possible):
Current location
Brief description of the incident
The name/s of people directly involved in the incident
A brief description of any first aid and/or rescue actions provided
Detailed description of the type and extent of non-urgent assistance required
Likely time frames for the group self-sufficiency and/or deterioration of the situation
NOTE: The guide communicates details in a concise, factual and efficient manner; maintaining open communications channels and preserving battery life
Participants are firmly requested to avoid communicating details of the incident with third parties until the situation has been resolved and appropriate notifications have been made
EVACUATE/ RECOVER
The guide manages any evacuation or rescue efforts; participants may be asked to assist where appropriate
The guide coordinates with the MAG Operations Manager to provide evacuation or rescue
REPORT
An incident report is completed for any situations where urgent assistance is required
MAG Operations Manager: emergency contact for day programs (during multi-day programs this would be the Base Camp Manager)
PREPARE
Establish communications with the group
IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
Ensure the below information is compiled upon establishing communication with the guide
Current location
Brief description of the incident
The name/s of people directly involved in the incident
A brief description of any first aid and/or rescue actions provided
Detailed description of the type and extent of non-urgent assistance required
Likely time frames for the group self-sufficiency and/or deterioration of the situation
The MAG Operations Manager may (in consultation with the guide) call 000 for additional assistance from NSW Ambulance and/or NSW Police if necessary
If necessary, communicate with all contractors and third party providers who are affected by incident with the below message:
"An incident has occurred. As soon as we know more, we will inform you."
EVACUATE/ RECOVER
The MAG Operations Manager coordinates with the guide (and emergency services, if necessary) to provide evacuation or rescue
REPORT
The MAG Operations Manager may notify next of kin during and/or following the incident (in consultation with the MAG CEO)
The MAG Operations Manager may notify land managers, emergency services and/or appropriate third parties following the incident (in consultation with the MAG CEO)
An incident report is completed for any situations where urgent assistance is required
CEO: James Castrission
CEO may notify land managers, emergency services and/or appropriate third parties following the incident.
CEO becomes primary spokesman for incident. This includes: next of kin, client management, media, insurance company etc
Sign off on all Incident Report