P3/4 visit to the lifeboat station was in conjunction with our topic on the human body and we had an excellent demonstration on casualty care. We were shown the types of equipment they use including bandages and splints.  We were also shown the importance of keeping a casualty warm and learnt what to do if a diver has the bends.  The highlight for the pupils had to be when Mr Gawthrope was strapped into a Neil Robertson stretcher from head to toe.  This is used to evacuate casualties from small spaces! 

Thanks to all the members of the lifeboat crew who made our visit so worthwhile.