OEC SouthBay 2022

OEC SouthBay training for the 2022 winter season is complete. Check back here in the Spring 2023 timeframe for information about the Fall 2023 OEC SouthBay course. More information on other courses may be at: http://www.easternsierraregion.org/

Final Exam 2022 Success!

Candidates - 

A big congratulations on your success in your final exam this weekend.  100% pass, and strong accolades from the examiners.  Well deserved.  I'm confident you'll go on to be great patrollers!

And a big thanks for the patrollers & examiners who helped make the event a success.  And, of course, thanks to our chief judge, Mark Galica, for another great job this year.

Now, give yourself a pat on the back.  And then check CMS...

I've added a few pics to the class photo album here.

MCI Venue = Putnam Mazda, Burlingame

 All - 

Here are the details on the venue for Thursday's Mass Casualty Simulation training event.  Thanks once again to Putnam Dealership group for allowing us to use their facility!

Address: Putnam Mazda. Address = 65 California Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010. Google maps link here.

Thursday, Nov. 3.  6:30 PM

Google Map here: 

Tips as We Approach the Written & Practical Final Exams

 

Practical Exam Evaluation Criteria

 Candidates - As we discussed in class. the practical exam evaluation criteria contain both a standard set of criteria, and a set of criteria customized to each specific test scenario and skill station.

Here is a generic version of the evaluation sheet.

And here are the tips we discussed in class:

Practical Exam Location

 As we discussed in class. the practical exam will be here: 2333 San Ramon Valley Blvd in San Ramon

Details on schedule pending.

Ski Season Fitness

 Candidates (and Patrollers) - 

As we discussed in class, your candidate year can be physically demanding.  To perform your best, it's best to be in  your best shape.  There are a number of ski-specific programs available, and here are a couple to consider.  Regardless, pick yours - it's time to hit it.

Wagner Skis:  Program here.

CMH Heliskiing.  Program here.

Mass Casualty Simulation Event - Nov 3 - Need Volunteers!

The culmination of our class, mass casualty simulation night, has proven to be the most engaging, most instructive, and probably the most fun class of the entire course.  Great fun for patroller candidates & volunteers alike.

What's Mass Casualty Night?

We simulate an event where we have multiple patients in need of care.  Each patient acts out a unique injury.  The patroller candidates assess each patient and then provide the appropriate care by themselves or by leading a team to do so.   Pictures from previous year's event below.

Why is it unique?

The event is unique in that it requires the candidates to bring to bear all the skills they've learned in class, and do so in a stressful environment that we create.  It's also a great opportunity for friends, family and others interested to see what this Outdoor Emergency Care is all about.

We need your help

To make this happen, we need a large number of volunteers.  This year, we're looking for around 30.  Young and old, we want and welcome all.  We'll provide you some coaching on your "injury".  In some cases, we'll also apply some moulage to better simulate the injury.   And you'll get to act it out as you like, being as high or low maintenance as you like to your patroller-rescuer and their team.  

Location

Venue for our MCI event this year is Putnam Mazda in Burlingame.  Address = 65 California Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010. Google maps link here.  Big thanks to the Putnam Dealership Group for their support.

How to Sign-up

If you're joining us, please sign-up. To do so, click on the link below and go to Nov 3. Sign up as a "MCI Night Patient Volunteer". Link here:  https://teamup.com/ksbbcadac8c015e175

No doubt this year will once again prove to be very instructive to candidates, and very fun for the volunteers. 

Thanks in advance for your support!

OEC Written Final Exam Test Bank

 

As we discussed in class, the final exam is 100 questions pulled from a test bank of 1200 questions.  Click here for the test bank.  

Sager Process

Candidates - As Lucy taught in class, here's the 2-person Sager process.  We'll go over this a bit more in class.  Also, many resorts are now using the Slishman splint for mid-shaft femur.  We'll have a look at one in class, but for the exam, let's stick with the Sager for mid-shaft femur (and backboard, as we discussed)

Splint Choices

 Candidates - Based on localizing the injury in your physical assessment, be sure to select & apply the correct splint.  Here's a summary:

Bleed Control Class: Thanks Jimmy & LifeSafety Associates

Big thanks to Jimmy of Life Safety Associates for his talk at class this week.  It's always a course highlight.  

For those of you who've asked about his contact info, you can reach him here.  His company info www.lifesafety.com

Airway Adjuncts: OPA & NPA Videos

Candidates -

Here are two videos you may find helpful.  Plus the usual disclaimer - stay in your scope of training/practice & always follow the instructions in the OEC protocols & book...


NPA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZ-fahKPOvc

Update: Above video may not be available.  If not, try this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UF-VaUKmvg

OPA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3a00BMlI03s

Bandaging & Splinting Guide

 

Candidates - 

Here's the bandaging & splinting guide we discussed in class.  Use this together with slides from class.  Download here.

Glascow Coma Scale

 Candidates - 

As we discussed in class, the GCS is commonly used in trauma (and many other medical) situations.  It is good to know for communicating with other medical personnel.  Here's a good video that is worth your time to review.  

Thanks Dave R for sorting through the many videos on this topic and finding this one.

Class Presentations & Photo Album 2022

 Candidates -

Here's a link to the class Powerpoint (posted at conclusion of each class), and to the class photo album:

• Class PPT here.

• Class photo album here.

Enjoy.

Medical Acronyms

 Thanks for Blair & Giovanni for circulating this.  Download the full 2 page document here.

Scenario Evaluation Checklist/Evaluation Form

Candidates - Here's what the patrollers will be using to observe & evaluate your scenarios:

Big thanks to John Wiser for putting this together.

Download here.

Exam Evaluation Sheets

As we discussed in class, here are the mid-term & example practical final exam evaluation sheets.  Download here.

 

Assessment Verbalization

 Here's the latest 2 page assessment verbalization.  Link here.

OEC SouthBay 2022 Class Prep

Candidates -

We have 10 candidates and a great instructor crew assembled and are looking forward to a great class.

In preparation for the start of class in a few weeks, I'd like to point out/reiterate a few items to focus on:

- As you know, our first class is Saturday, Sept 17. We'll start class at 9:00AM, but I'd advise you show up 15 mins or so early to take care of some paperwork, get to know a few folks, and get settled. Location specifics/directions on the blog. Plan is to go all day, wrapping up around 17:00. We'll have coffee & snacks to get things started. Bring your own lunch & water bottle.

- As you saw in the "Class Materials" section of the blog, be sure you have read the initial chapters in the book.  And in particular, prior to class start, it's very important to spend some extra time to read and fully digest the "Guide to Assessment".  Overall, assessment is a foundation of medical treatment, and is critical to have down 100% so that you can determine and direct appropriate treatment. We spend the first class sessions on this important skill, and it's important that you arrive at class with this well studied so that we can hit the ground running.

- As you also saw in the blog, our class is driven in large part by scenarios - simulated situations where you'll be applying the skills you're learning in class. With this approach, you'll get dirty - spending time on the floor, with moulage, etc. As such, it's best to wear old clothes that you're comfortable exposing to such situations.

- Finally, we have a set of supplies you'll be receiving Saturday. Bring something to carry it all in such as what's described in the blog, i.e. backpack good; shopping bag not.

Looking forward to having you all in class this year. Shoot me a note with any questions you may have.

COVID Vaccines Required for Class Participation

As last year, we will require all candidates, instructors, and participants in this year's class to be vaccinated and up-to-date with COVID vaccines.  Definitions and requirements here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html

For those not comfortable with this requirement, no problem, shoot me a note & I'll refund your class fees.

Looking forward to a safe, productive, and enjoyable class this year.

Registration Open for SouthBay OEC 2022

I'm pleased to announce that once again this Fall, we'll be hosting the Ski Patrol medical training course, Outdoor Emergency Care.

Registration is open Sunday July 3 at 8:00.  Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-outdoor-emergency-care-south-bay-fall-2022-tickets-375515425747

OEC SouthBay 2022 Course Number

Candidates & Patrollers -

The course number for this Fall's (Fall 2022) OEC class is: F066220003

- Bill

SouthBay OEC 2022 - Preliminary Information

Plans for SouthBay OEC 2022 are in progress.  Tentative schedule posted on the link above.  

We're finalize arrangements now for the venue.  

Registration will open as soon as we have that squared away.  Stay tuned.