The purpose of an Emergency Action Plan is to address the immediate need for medical assistance in the instance of
serious or life-threatening injury. It is the responsibility of the coaching staff and athletic administrators to become
familiar with this plan in order to expedite emergency care to the injured athlete should the need occur. The information
in this plan includes the steps to follow in the event of a potential life-threatening injury or situation. A serious injury is
defined as a condition whereby the athlete's life may be in danger or risks permanent impairment. These injuries include
but are not limited to:
- Head Injuries Severe
- Cervical Spine Injuries
- Bleeding Shock
- Heat Stress
- Cardiovascular Distress
- Loss of Limb
- Serious Fracture or Deformity
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f there is any question as to the severity of an injury, treat it as a serious emergency and call 911.
Important Phone Numbers
Athletics Director: William Anderson
.....................................................................C: (901)270-7619
Coordinator of Logistics: Stanley Dentley
.............................................................C: (901)282-3017
Head Athletic Trainer: Jessi Howard
..............................................................C: (901) 240-5802
Athletics Compliance Director: Stella Woodley
.................................................O: (901)435-1184
Campus Security........................................................................................................................(901)301-7430
Memphis Police Department (non-emergency) ....................................................(901)545-2677
Memphis Fire Department...................................................................................................(901)458-3311
In the event of a serious or life-threatening emergency, the primary evaluation is to be conducted by an individual
certified in first aid and CPR, preferably the athletic trainer, coach, or head administrator.
1. Determine the athlete's level of consciousness
2. Check ABC's—airway, breathing, circulation
3. Activate EMS; provide EMS with the following information: name, address, and phone # of caller, condition of athlete,
any first aid given, and any other information the operator requests
4. Send a designated person to meet EMS
5. Retrieve additional emergency equipment needed, i.e. splints, AED
6. Initiate CPR, rescue breathing, or first aid at this time.
If a serious spine injury or extremity fractures are suspected, DO NOT attempt to move athlete.
In the event of a FIRE, follow these instructions:
1. Evacuate building immediately by following nearest exit sign
2. Exit in a calm, orderly fashion through nearest fire exit
3. If smoke is present, crawl under to escape
4. If unable to escape, stay in room, stuff door cracks and vents with towels or clothing if available
5. Call 911 or Memphis Fire Dept-
(901)458-3311
