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What happens if someone breaks their leg on a hill. Talk through first aid but don't perform any.
Use masking tape and a bivy bag to wrap someone up
Talk through the emergency call and helicopter removal of casualty
Tips: 999, Police, Y

The Six-Blast Rule: Use a whistle or shout to make six loud blasts/calls, wait one minute, then repeat.

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Bivy Bag
Roll Mat
First Aid Kit

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Run through the scenario of someone having fallen and broken their leg on a hillside.
Perform First Aid to splint the leg, keep them warm - use a roll mat and bivy bag.
Go get help,
- The Six-Blast Rule: Use a whistle or shout to make six loud blasts/calls, wait one minute, then repeat.
- Act out 999 call - ask for police then mountain rescue, Encourage vital recordings , grid reference of location.

How do you get Helictopters attention:
-Here are the key details for signaling a helicopter in an emergency:
The Y-Signal (Yes): Raise both arms straight up and angled outward to form a "Y" shape. This indicates you need assistance.
The N-Signal (No): If you do not need help, or to indicate a negative, raise one arm and lower the other, forming a diagonal line with your body.
Visibility Enhancements: To ensure the pilot sees you, use a mirror to reflect sunlight, wave bright-colored clothing, or use an emergency blanket.

Use the bivy bag us a stretcher to move the casualty.

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