Avon & Somerset Search & Rescue

Co-Responder

Members of A&S SAR, who have volunteered to act as solo co-responders, are often called by the local Ambulance Trusts control rooms (GWAS and SWASFT) to respond to life threatening medical emergencies that occur within their home neighbourhood. These solo co-responders are often on-scene prior to the arrival of a paramedic crewed ambulance, and provide the patient with basic life support, and other help, until professional help arrives. The solo co-responders, respond in marked vehicles provided by A&S SAR, and use specialist equipment provided by A&S SAR and the Ambulance Trusts.