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/
Fall 2015 Outdoor Emergency Care Course
This site covers the National Ski Patrol's Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) training course that's held in the San Francisco South Bay area each Fall. Details on registration, materials, preparation and location are located on the tabs above. Course updates are posted below as they are published.
Outdoor Emergency Care® is the National Ski Patrol’s award-winning training program for patrollers and others in the recreation community who deal with emergency situations. This nationally recognized program is designed to help you manage the toughest emergencies, in all seasons. Developed in the late 1980s for the 26,000 members of the National Ski Patrol, Outdoor Emergency Care is a training program that is tailored to the nonurban rescuer. Today, OEC is considered the standard of training for emergency care in the outdoor environment and is recognized by resorts and recreational facilities in all 50 states.
Saturday, November 19, 2022
Sunday, November 13, 2022
Final Exam 2022 Success!
Candidates -
Now, give yourself a pat on the back. And then check CMS...
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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:
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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.
Sunday, October 23, 2022
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.
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
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.
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.
Sunday, October 16, 2022
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:
Sunday, October 2, 2022
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
Saturday, October 1, 2022
Airway Adjuncts: OPA & NPA Videos
Friday, September 30, 2022
Bandaging & Splinting Guide
Candidates -
Here's the bandaging & splinting guide we discussed in class. Use this together with slides from class. Download here.
Saturday, September 24, 2022
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
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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.
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Exam Evaluation Sheets
As we discussed in class, here are the mid-term & example practical final exam evaluation sheets. Download here.
Saturday, September 17, 2022
Monday, September 5, 2022
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.
Sunday, July 10, 2022
COVID Vaccines Required for Class Participation
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.
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Registration Open for SouthBay OEC 2022
OEC SouthBay 2022 Course Number
Candidates & Patrollers -
The course number for this Fall's (Fall 2022) OEC class is: F066220003
- Bill
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
SouthBay OEC 2022 - Preliminary Information
We're finalize arrangements now for the venue.
Registration will open as soon as we have that squared away. Stay tuned.