[sac-forum] Re: Medical Facilities

The "olde" first aid kit was rightfully thrown out. I have the "new" Club first 
aid kit, in a large plastic box, and the supplies are not quite so expired as 
the olde one. Most of the supplies are of non-expiring type, like Ace bandages, 
moleskin, alcohol pads, povidone, cotton pads, bandages, gauze, tape, Q-tips, 
bug repellent, sunscreen, hand lotion, chapstick, Tums, and flashlight. But 
beware the ibuprofin , aspirin, and Benadryl. I usually bring it to star 
parties, (along with a fire extinguisher). Just ask if you are in need.

Jack Jones
SAC Public Events, Properties
Phoenix AZ
Telescoper@xxxxxxx


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From: gene lucas 
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Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 2:14 AM
Subject: [sac-forum] Re: Medical Facilities


Along this same theme.... This Xmas I "inherited" the >very< olde SAC "First 
Aid Kit" from the stored junque that Jack Jones gave up... It was an old ammo 
can full of outdated, tired stuff that evidently Peter Manly had put together.  
(Some items dated from the 1980s!!)  It had obviously long since given up any 
usefulness, so it was all discarded.  

May I politely suggest we add some suggestions to the "Star Party Etiquette" 
FAQ on the responsibilities >of each individual< going out into "The Boonies" 
as to what suggested stuff  (A >current< First Aid Kit, blankets, etc. etc.) to 
take along in the event of "an emergency" occurring.  (This could include 
supplies in the event of getting stuck on the road...)
  
Additionally, may I say that I don't think SAC has any legal responsibilties 
along those lines, but it is obviously prudent and helpful and useful to pass 
along such information, as any responsible outdoor activity group would do.  
Might "save a life", too.

As to CPR instruction, etc. it would be good to suggest possible places or 
resources where >individual SAC members< could receive training if they desired 
it....  Some of us may have had such First Aid training in the distant past 
(military service, safety training at work), but it would be good to know where 
to get an "annual tune up" or refresher training if desired....

Gene Lucas
(17250)

[earlier discussion items snipped -- GL]

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