The Ten Second Triage Tool (TST) in action with Phil Cowburn

In this episode, we delve into the Ten Second Triage Tool (TST)
to understand its performance in action. We explore the
development and impact of the NHSE Major Incident Triage Tools
(MITT & TST), designed to prioritise life-saving
interventions quickly and effectively. Our guest provides
insights into how these tools are transforming emergency
response, training for responders, and real-world applications.
Discover how these advancements are setting new standards in
trauma care and emergency preparedness.


 


Joining us is Dr. Philip Cowburn, Consultant in Emergency
Medicine, Medical Director for South Western Ambulance Service,
and co-author of the new 10-second triage tool for mass casualty
incidents. Phil is a consultant in Emergency Medicine working at
both Trusts in Bristol and co-founded the Great Western Air
Ambulance service. With over a decade of experience in ambulance
service medical directorate roles, he also serves as the medical
advisor for the National Ambulance Resilience Unit. Dr. Cowburn
has been instrumental in implementing clinical practice changes
from the Manchester Arena Inquiry recommendations and is active
in the Faculty of Pre-Hospital Care in both Immediate Medical
Care and Major Incident Management examinations.


Here is an excellent episode from the Resus Room team on Major
Incident Triage featuring Phil Cowburn:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/major-incident-triage/id1090433226?i=1000659333727





TST resources can be found here:


https://naru.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/03211731/naru-tst-non-clinical-responders-supplementary-information.pdf





This podcast is sponsored by The University of
Hertfordshire:


The University of Hertfordshire offers both undergraduate and
postgraduate courses in Paramedic Science, emphasising specialist
teaching spaces, innovative simulation technology, and a
dedicated paramedic teaching team. Students benefit from
ambulance placements with LAS and EEAST ambulance services and
the university's proximity to London and major transport links.
The research-active staff, boasting national and international
profiles, enhance the learning experience. The program, with over
25 years of heritage, uses cutting-edge online, VR, and
simulation technology to support learning. Career prospects for
graduates are excellent, with opportunities to pursue Masters by
research and PhDs also available. Please see here for further
details:


https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/paramedic-science


https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-masters/msc-paramedic-science-pre-reg