Emergency — What To Do

Full policy: Emergency Procedures manual (H&S Coordinator holds the complete version). This page covers what to do in the moment.

  1. Stop Shooting
  • Call “STOP SHOOTING” loudly.
  • All bows down.
  • Make the range safe.
  1. Assess
  • Is someone injured or unwell?
  • Are they conscious and breathing?
  • Do not move the person unless in immediate danger.
  1. Call for Help
  • 📞 DIAL 111
  • Location: Tauranga Archers — Graham Park, Takitimu Drive, Judea, Tauranga by the Waihi Road Substation.
  • Follow the operator’s instructions.
  • Assign one person to stay on the phone.
  1. Provide Access
  • Ambulance access: via Takitimu Drive → 11th Ave slip road (parking by the substation).
  • Gate key: inside the clubrooms, pink lanyard on the wall.
  • Assign someone to meet and guide emergency services. 1 Person by the substation entrance and 1 by the gate to use the path.
  1. First Aid
  • Provide first aid only if trained.
  • First Aid Kit: inside clubrooms, shelf on the left as you walk in.
  • Keep the person calm and warm.
  1. Emergency Contacts
  • If required:
    • Check the printed course roll if accessible.
    • Check Emergency Contacts on the person’s own phone.
      • Android
        • Wake the phone
        • Tap Emergency / Emergency Call
        • View Emergency Information / Emergency Contacts
      • Apple (iPhone)
        • Wake the phone
        • Tap Emergency
        • Tap Medical ID
        • View Emergency Contacts and medical information
    • Coach and Key Contacts can be found in the Red Emergency folder located on the Club Day Table and in the store rooms on the H&S board.
    • Use the club’s Infoodle APP and search the Directory if able.
  1. After the Incident
  • Ensure that an incident report is completed. (Form link below)
  • This will trigger a notification to the required executive via email for follow up action.

⚠️ Important

  • When in doubt, call 111 early.
  • Do not restart shooting.
  • Do not speculate or post on social media.