ACCIDENT ASSISTANCE
Our trained paramedics are ready to help at a moment’s notice.
When to Call for Help
- Unconscious or unresponsive individuals
- Heavy bleeding or obvious fractures
- Difficulty breathing or chest pain
- Seizures or serious head injuries
- Severe burns or electrical injuries
Call Immediately: “If you are unsure, it’s always better to call. Our team will guide you on what to do.”
How to Request Help
Provide users with easy ways to request assistance:
- Phone Number: Display your emergency helpline number clearly.
- Online Chat / Request Form: For non-urgent inquiries, include an online contact form or live chat for guidance.
- Location Sharing: Encourage people to have their location details ready (use GPS, landmarks, etc.).
What to Do While Waiting for Paramedics
- Stay Calm: “Take deep breaths. Staying calm helps you think clearly.”
- Safety First: “If it’s safe to do so, move away from traffic, fires, or any other dangerous situation.”
- Assist the Injured: “If you’re trained, provide first aid as needed—check for breathing, control bleeding, or support injured limbs.”
- Avoid Moving the Injured Person: “Unless absolutely necessary (e.g., risk of further injury), do not move the injured individual.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What should I do if I’m unsure if an injury requires paramedics?
- “Call us. We can help assess the situation over the phone.”
- How do I help if I’m not trained in first aid?
- “We’ll provide instructions over the phone while you wait for paramedics to arrive.”
- Can I track the paramedics on the way to the scene?
- “Some services offer tracking. Please check with your local paramedic service.”
Stay Prepared
- Encourage users to have a first aid kit, know basic first aid skills, and keep emergency contact numbers saved.
- Tip: “Download our app for instant accident reporting and live updates about the paramedics’ arrival.”
Contact Us
- Call us on: 081 463 0343
- Equiries@tems.co.za
