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

Pre-Hospital Care Podcast

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