First-Aid Staff

Events at minimum should have an identified adult with current First Aid and CPR training from American Heart Association or Red Cross* to respond in case of onsite emergencies. A copy of certification for this onsite care provider will be kept on record.

* Must have attended an in person training within the last 10 years. Subsequent renewal through American Heart or Red Cross online training is acceptable

Programs Needing Higher Level Medical Staff

Some events need higher level medical staff. These include:

• Events held at camp facilities with significant outdoor risk

• Events held more than two hours from Emergency Medical Services

• Events where a risk assessment from Church Mutual determines a greater need

Hiring EMT’s and Paramedics

Where EMT’s or Paramedics are hired, they must provide not only a copy of their license, but also how they comply with state laws for medical control. If necessary, an on call nurse or doctor must be hired to provide off site medical control to meet state law requirements.