ATTEND TO SAFETY

After prayer safety comes next in Youth Ministry
Think ahead

• Permission slips
• Leave the itinerary at the church
• have clear directions and map
• first-aid kit
  

Have an emergency plan with the adult sponsors
Make sure your activities meet the skill level of all your participants
Be aware of environmental conditions
Training in first-aid and CPR are good things to have.


Remember almost all injuries are minor Stay Calm


Be confident is this life or death?

Five threats to life

• AIRWAY: look in the mouth and clear obstructions
• BREATHING: look, listen and feel for breath
• CIRCULATION: look for bleeding, asses, control and treat for shock
• DISABILITY: spinal injury? broken bones? stabilize
• ENVIRONMENTAL: make sure you are in a safe place

TRAINING IN FIRST AID AND CPR ARE GOOD THINGS TO HAVE!
Attend to safety
know what you know and don't know.