F.I.R.S.T. - IN

F.I.R.S.T. - IN

First In Responder Safety Team

F.I.R.S.T. - IN is a faith based organization responding to disasters worldwide. It consists of volunteers from the Medical profession, Public Safety and people with a heart to help.

Experience has shown that most disasters have three phases:

1.      Rescue

2.      Recovery

3.      Rebuilding

As a F.I.R.S.T. - IN team member, you will concentrate on Phase I - Rescue.  This is generally the first 7-10 days following the disaster.  Our goal is to be in the affected country by day three and begin assisting in areas where assistance has not been made available.  You can expect to be in-country for at least five to six days before returning home.  Your total time for the trip will be between 10-14 days, depending on the location of the affected country and the need for a visa.   

Each F.I.R.S.T. – IN team will be compromised of six persons; each with a specific responsibility:

1.      Team Leader

2.      Medical

3.      Law Enforcement

4.      Law Enforcement

5.      Fire

6.      Volunteer

RESPONSIBLITIES

Team Leader

The Team Leader is responsible for the team and ensuring it’s overall safety and direction in accomplishing the mission.  All communications and directions for the team will come from and be communicated to the Team Leader.

Medical

The Medical Professional will be a Doctor, Nurse or Paramedic.  They are responsible for the medical care given to victims of the disaster.  This person will have the final say on any and all medical questions, decisions or concerns.

 Law Enforcement

The Law Enforcement personnel will serve in duo roles.  They are to be First Aid and CPR compliant and will assist with triage as needed.  Their second role will be to provide security for the team at hospitals, clinics and temporary medical shelters. 

Fire

Fire personnel will be responsible for triage and rescue.  They will also be cross trained in security. 

Volunteer

The volunteer will serve in a variety of roles including but not limited to:

1.      Caring for the injured

2.      Assisting with triage

3.      Photography and video taping

4.      Coordinating communication between the team members

5.      Preparing medical supplies