NHS Ten Second Triage (TST) Slap Bands - P2 Yellow (Urgent Care)

The NHS Ten Second Triage (TST) Slap Bands are designed for rapid casualty identification during mass casualty incidents, providing a simple and effective solution for prioritising patient care. This listing is for the P2 Yellow (Urgent Care) Ten Second Triage (TST) Slap Band, intended for individuals requiring urgent medical intervention as soon as possible.

The lessons learned from the Manchester Arena incident highlighted the need for a different approach to managing major incidents involving a large number of casualties. Consequently, the Ten Second Triage (TST) tool was developed to be used by anyone responding to major incidents, allowing them to provide care to casualties before the arrival of NHS clinical response teams.

The P2 Yellow TST Slap Band is specifically designed to help those first on the scene, enabling them to quickly identify and focus on patients in need of urgent attention. By ensuring that casualties are prioritised based on their condition, the use of these bands reduces the time taken for injured individuals to receive the necessary care and intervention.

NHS Ten Second Triage (TST) Slap Band Chart:

• Priority Level 1 - Immediate Care (Red Band): Requires immediate, lifesaving treatment due to time-critical, life-threatening injuries.
• Priority Level 2 - Urgent Care (Yellow Band): Requires significant intervention as soon as possible. The casualty is injured or unwell and unable to walk.
• Priority Level 3 - Delayed Care (Green Band): Requires medical intervention but not urgently and can walk to treatment.
• Not Breathing (Silver Band): No breathing detected.

Efficient and Effective Triage

The Ten Second Triage (TST) tool is designed to be quick, simple, and highly effective, allowing responders to efficiently prioritise large numbers of casualties during emergencies. It focuses on providing immediate lifesaving interventions (LSI), such as controlling severe bleeding and opening the airway—essential actions to maximise survival in the early stages of injury.

Using the TST slap bands alongside the Ten Second Triage (TST) chart ensures that responders can quickly and accurately assess each casualty, enabling a structured approach to managing mass casualty situations.

Ideal for Non-Medical Professionals

The Ten Second Triage (TST) tool is specially designed to assist non-medical professionals who are the first to arrive at the scene of a major incident involving mass casualties. It enables a rapid triage process, allowing for effective prioritisation until clinical response teams are in place.

This tool is invaluable for public services such as the Police and Fire Service and is also suitable for other emergency response teams, including First Responders, Search & Rescue Teams, and the Coastguard.

Key Features:

• User-friendly design: Ensures quick and effortless application of the slap bands, even in high-pressure environments.
• Compatible with thick clothing: Designed to be applied to patients, regardless of multiple layers of clothing, for effective triage.
• Easy removal and replacement: The slap bands can be easily removed and reapplied as needed.
• High visibility: Visible in all environments, even in low light conditions, making identification simple and efficient.
• Reflective design: Enhanced visibility under various lighting conditions, such as torchlight, ensuring easy use in low-visibility scenarios.
• Meets NHS standards: Made according to NHS guidance on size and colour (300mm x 50mm).
• Cost-effective solution: Provides excellent value compared to other alternatives available on the market.
• Durable and reusable: Built for multiple uses, ensuring a long lifespan.
• Convenient storage: Slap bands can be rolled for compact and convenient storage.

The NHS Ten Second Triage (TST) P2 Yellow Slap Band is a vital tool for managing mass casualty situations, ensuring first responders can rapidly identify and prioritise casualties in need of urgent care. With its high visibility, user-friendly design, and robust construction, this slap band is ideal for non-medical professionals who need to act quickly and efficiently in an emergency. An essential resource for police, fire services, and emergency response teams, it ensures that every second counts in saving lives.