If an accident occurs during a student-led project, we have set out some steps to follow to help you deal with the situation.
If you’re a member of a Club / Society, please see the How To Guides [LINK TO HOW TO GUIDES].
STEP 1:
In all accidents, injuries or near miss cases, Activity Leaders must complete a UCL Incident Form .
You must also notify the Volunteering Service that you’ve completed this form.
STEP 2:
In the event of an incident on College or Union property you should immediately contact a member of staff, who will report the incident and locate first aiders.
If the incident occurs elsewhere, you should follow instructions from an official representative of that establishment.
STEP 3:
If the emergency services are required, you must ensure the following:
- That any intervention/assistance does not jeopardise the safety of other members of the group, including yourself
- That the treatment of casualties is only administered by those who are qualified to do so, except in cases where the casualty has already stopped breathing
STEP 4:
In the event of a death or serious injury the following procedure must be followed:
- You must contact the appropriate emergency service, and provide them with any personal details, including next of kin if these are available
- You must contact the police (by calling 999), who will advise the next of kin of the fatality. You must ensure that no member of the group advises the next of kin of the fatality
- You must also report the incident to the University College London Communications Centre on 020 7679 3333 (24 hours) who will ensure that appropriate senior staff are notified. You must provide the casualty’s name and College ID Card number, details of the incident, and details of the hospital to which the casualty has been taken. You must also provide a telephone number where you can be contacted by the College
- You must contact the VSU at the earliest available opportunity. Our opening hours are normally 9.30am – 5pm
- You must ensure that media enquiries are referred to the UCL Media Relations Department and that no statements are made to the media
UCL Media Relations - 020 7679 9041
UCLU Volunteering Services Unit - 020 7679 2512
UCL Communications Centre 020 7679 3333