Kalasin Hospital Conducts Emergency Drill Ahead of Songkran Festival

[Georgealbert]

 

Pictures courtesy of Kaoded.

 

Kalasin Hospital, in collaboration with Mueang Kalasin Police Station and emergency response networks, has conducted a large-scale emergency response drill in preparation for the upcoming Songkran festival in 2025. The exercise simulated real-life scenarios, including a mass casualty incident, a violent altercation among young people, and an individual causing disturbances within the hospital premises. The objective was to enhance preparedness for mass casualty events and violent situations effectively.

 

The drill took place at the emergency room and the surgical trauma ward on the fifth floor of the 100th Anniversary Building at Kalasin Hospital. The event was led by Dr Jaruphan Manosittisak, Director of Kalasin Hospital, alongside key medical and law enforcement personnel, including Dr Thanomsin Kanmali, Deputy Director of Medical Affairs, Dr Siwaboon Chaisongkram, Deputy Director of Service Development, Busarin Khianman, Deputy Director of Nursing, and Eukarn Butphosri, Deputy Director of Administration. Also present were Police Colonel Weera Hangnak, Superintendent of Mueang Kalasin Police Station, and Dr Natthaphon Satsue, Head of Emergency and Forensic Medicine. Emergency medicine specialists, medics, police officers, and rescue workers also participated in the training.

 

 

Dr Jaruphan stated that the drill was organised by the Emergency and Forensic Medicine Department in collaboration with Mueang Kalasin Police Station and emergency response networks. The aim was to ensure effective preparedness for potential mass casualty incidents and acts of violence during the festive period. The exercise involved realistic scenarios, including providing aid to victims of a major accident, de-escalating a conflict involving young people attacking a rival, and handling an individual in distress causing disturbances within the hospital.

Police Colonel Weera Hangnak emphasised that the training was essential to ensure that medical personnel, emergency responders, and law enforcement officers were well-prepared with the necessary skills and equipment. The drill aimed to strengthen emergency medical systems and response capabilities, ensuring swift, accurate, and safe assistance for victims. The ultimate goal is to safeguard both residents and visitors seeking medical care during the Songkran festival.

 

-- 2025-03-30

 

[flyingtlger]

Maybe they should be doing earthquake preparedness drills instead, in light of what just happened.......

[edwinchester]

".....and an individual causing disturbances within the hospital premises."

 

I heard the hired an Israeli for extra realism.

[proton]

Don't they have tasers? no need for sticks these days