MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN THE VOLUNTEER AND THE SNEEM CARDIAC FIRST RESPONDER PROGRAMME
This document is intended to be an understanding between the Individual First Responder and the Sneem Cardiac First Responder Programme
- To safely respond to an incident as directed by the Ambulance Service.
- To provide basic life saving support to the casualty, until the arrival of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS).
Following the successful completion of the Heartsaver AED course, and. One may be eligible to take part in a CCFR Programme within one's local area (subject to satisfactory training efforts). One may be expected to be available for an "On-Call" rota and may be assigned to an incident on an "as and when required basis". There is no obligation on the CCFR to accept an assignment which may be offered to them. Each assignment is self contained and once the assignment is over, the CCFR is not obliged to undertake any further assignments
If arrangements have been made for a CCFR to undertake a pre-arranged period of on-call and they then find that they are unable to attend, we require that the CCFR contact the local Co-ordinator at the earliest opportunity so that a possible replacement may be found. There is no entitlement to travel or other expenses incurred by the CCFR, Occupational Sick Pay, Occupational Maternity Leave/Pay or any other form of paid leave. Nothing in this clause, however, will affect any right conferred by statute.
Whilst undertaking any assignment for Sneem Cardiac First Responds Service, the CCFR should comply with the general protocols, standards and conduct applicable to the area in which they are operating.
Copies of the rules and regulations and Code of Practice are contained within the CCFR Handbook. The volunteer CCFR must further comply with such other reasonable instructions as they may be given from time to time. If they fail to comply with applicable protocols, standards and conduct, or any reasonable instruction given to them, the Programme has the right to remove them from the register of Volunteers.
A CCFR must notify their nominated Co-ordinator in writing if they are no longer available for participation and no longer wish to remain registered as a Volunteer. Where a CCFR Volunteer has not undertaken an on-call period for at least six months they may be deleted from the Register unless they have reached a prior agreement with their local Co-ordinator or the Ambulance Service.
The Sneem Cardiac First Responder Programme may remove a CCFR from the Register if they fail to comply with the standards, protocols and appropriate conduct which have been laid down by the Sneem Cardiac First Responder Programme or if they no longer fulfil the requirements needed to be a registered member.
For the avoidance of doubt, it is agreed and understood that registration as a Volunteer does not constitute a contract of employment between the CCFR and the Sneem Cardiac First Responder Programme.
Registering as a Volunteer does not denote any obligation to provide the CCFR with emergency calls nor does it denote any obligation on the part of the CCFR to accept any assignments offered.
The Programme reserves the right to alter these terms from time to time at its discretion.
It is advised that any person considering becoming a member of the CCFR Group would read this document carefully and give it their full consideration. If any clarification is required concerning any aspect of this document please do not hesitate to contact the CCFR Co-ordinator.
After full consideration of this document and you have decided to apply to become a Community Cardiac First Responder it would be appreciated if you would sign and return the forms enclosed, accepting these terms and conditions to your local CCFR Group Co-ordinator.
As the process for the management for the Community Responder initiative has been formalised, there are statutory responsibilities to maintain accurate and relevant records and to ensure that processes are in place to sustain these measures for the future.
In order to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act (1988 and 2003), I should be grateful if you would confirm the following items of Personal Information. This is to ensure that the information held is accurate.
Personal Information :
First Name ______________________________________
Date of Birth ______________________________________
Second Name ______________________________________
Nationality ______________________________________
Address ______________________________________
Phone Number ______________________________________
Mobile Number ______________________________________
E-mail Address ______________________________________
Additionally, there is a requirement to ensure that recognised processes are in place, which confirms that all Community Responders have a clear understanding of what their role and responsibilities are in relation to the clinical practices associated with their role. It would therefore be appreciated if you would read the following "Areas of Confirmation" and sign to acknowledge your understanding and agreement of each element.
Areas of Confirmation
The aim will be to develop the scheme, taking into consideration the size of the area and terrain, which will be covered within 8 minutes travelling time.
I confirm that I have read and understood the contents of the Sneem Cardiac First Responder Handbook.
- I understand that the Sneem Cardiac First Responder Programme is not able to support any incident or claim resulting from the use of a vehicle and would wholly be the responsibility of the person operating the vehicle and no secondary claim will be accepted by the Sneem Cardiac First Responder Programme
- I confirm that I have written documentation from my vehicle insurance company that endorses the use of the vehicle in respect of responding to emergencies. I agree to provide a copy of the document to be kept on file and update it should my insurance arrangement change.
- I confirm that I will notify my personal insurers of my involvement with the Ambulance Service Voluntary Community Responders Scheme and that I may, on occasion, be required to travel in the back of an ambulance.
- I confirm that I will notify my house insurers, that on occasion, the Community Responder kit which contains 460 Its of Medical Oxygen; (Gas) may be stored in my home.
- I agree to provide a copy of my driving licence and inform the Ambulance Service of any changes / endorsements to that licence.
- I understand that this is a volunteer position and that I am not entitled to payment, leave entitlements etc.
- I agree to abide by the terms and conditions of the Handbook and that I will carry out any reasonable request from any member of the Ambulance Service acting in the course of their duties.
DECLARATION
I do not know of any reason why I should not be considered or remain as a Cardiac First Responder for the Sneem Cardiac First Responder Programme.
I normally keep good health and have no previous convictions or convictions pending which would prevent me from being involved in the scheme.
You are appointed as Community Cardiac First Responder pending the results of your Garda Clearance. If a false declaration is made and/or the Report from Garda Clearance is unsatisfactory you will be removed from the Register of Community Cardiac First Responder.
Signed: ______________________________________ Date: ____________
Community Cardiac First Responder
Signed: ______________________________________ Date: ____________
Local Team Co-ordinator
Signed: ______________________________________ Date: ____________
Programme Secretary or Chairman