Parade Guides at Barricades: Difference between revisions
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#* Footwear should be closed-toe; preferably comfortable and watertight sneakers you can stand in for long periods of time. Trail runners or hiking boots are most recommended. If your footwear is new, we suggest having it fully broken in before parade day. | #* Footwear should be closed-toe; preferably comfortable and watertight sneakers you can stand in for long periods of time. Trail runners or hiking boots are most recommended. If your footwear is new, we suggest having it fully broken in before parade day. | ||
# '''Personal water supply:''' Please bring enough water to keep yourself hydrated '''''<span style="background:cyan">JVK NOTE: include hydration calculations here]*** ***[JVK: will we have water at the command center provided by Rose Festival?'''''</span> | # '''Personal water supply:''' Please bring enough water to keep yourself hydrated '''''<span style="background:cyan">JVK NOTE: include hydration calculations here]*** ***[JVK: will we have water at the command center provided by Rose Festival?'''''</span> | ||
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=== Recommended equipment === | === Recommended equipment === | ||
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# '''Rain poncho:''' Good idea to find a light, inexpensive rain poncho and fold it into your pack. | # '''Rain poncho:''' Good idea to find a light, inexpensive rain poncho and fold it into your pack. | ||
# '''First aid kit.''' | # '''First aid kit.''' | ||
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=== What not to bring === | === What not to bring === | ||
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* Review of radio protocols; | * Review of radio protocols; | ||
* Review of emergency procedures. | * Review of emergency procedures. | ||
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== What To Expect: Parade Day == | == What To Expect: Parade Day == | ||
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* Check your equipment and make sure you have everything you want. We recommend having it prepped and ready to go the night before. | * Check your equipment and make sure you have everything you want. We recommend having it prepped and ready to go the night before. | ||
* If you have a smartphone, have this article loaded up on your browser so you can reference it as needed. | * If you have a smartphone, have this article loaded up on your browser so you can reference it as needed. | ||
* | * Use the bathroom before you leave home. Portable restrooms will be available to volunteers near most posts, but fewer bathroom breaks minimizes the logistics of moving Parade Guides around to cover unstaffed barricades. | ||
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=== Checking In: Command Center === | === Checking In: Command Center === | ||
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=== Post procedures === | === Post procedures === | ||
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# '''Know emergency procedures:''' Be familiar with the emergency procedures in case of an accident or an emergency situation. Know who to contact and what to do in such situations. | # '''Know emergency procedures:''' Be familiar with the emergency procedures in case of an accident or an emergency situation. Know who to contact and what to do in such situations. | ||
# '''Communicate with the public:''' If someone is trying to cross the barricade, communicate with them and explain the reason for the barricade. Be firm but polite, and ensure that people understand the importance of not driving through the barricade. | # '''Communicate with the public:''' If someone is trying to cross the barricade, communicate with them and explain the reason for the barricade. Be firm but polite, and ensure that people understand the importance of not driving through the barricade. | ||
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=== Hazard considerations === | === Hazard considerations === | ||
Parade Guides should stay alert for hazards that can put the safety of attendees and volunteers at risk. Those hazards might include: | Parade Guides should stay alert for hazards that can put the safety of attendees and volunteers at risk. Those hazards might include: | ||
*'''Driver behavior:''' Confused and misdirected drivers can become unruly and may try to cross a barricade. It's important to stay alert and communicate effectively to ensure that everyone remains safe. | |||
*'''Inclement weather:''' Portland weather can be unpredictable, and sudden changes in weather conditions can pose a hazard to Parade Guides. Heat exhaustion, dehydration, hypothermia, and other weather-related hazards can be a concern. | |||
*'''Medical emergencies:''' During the parade, there may be medical emergencies that require immediate attention. It's important to know the emergency procedures and know how to bring medical responders to someone experiencing a medical emergency. | |||
*'''Intoxication:''' Some parade attendees may become intoxicated, leading to unruly behavior and potential safety hazards. It's important to monitor the crowd and report any suspicious or dangerous behavior. | |||
*'''Poor communication:''' Poor communication can lead to confusion and accidents. It's essential to have clear communication channels with the Volunteer Command Center and know how to reach them by radio or by cell phone. | |||
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=== In the event of a medical emergency === | === In the event of a medical emergency === | ||
<span style="background:#FFFF00">A medical emergency is a medical condition you would normally call 911 for.</span> That may include persons who are unconscious, not breathing, having trouble breathing, bleeding, or experiencing chest pains. If you observe a medical emergency <span style="background:cyan">***INSTRUCTIONS FORTHCOMING***</span> | <span style="background:#FFFF00">'''A medical emergency is a medical condition you would normally call 911 for.'''</span> That may include persons who are unconscious, not breathing, having trouble breathing, bleeding, or experiencing chest pains. If you observe a medical emergency <span style="background:cyan">'''***INSTRUCTIONS FORTHCOMING (protocols still being decided)***'''</span> | ||
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=== Communications protocols === | |||
For message clarity and speed, please use these talking protocols when communicating with the Command Post (whether by radio or by cell phone). | |||
# Begin with naming who you are trying to reach followed by identifying your barricade number; this is the "Hey you, it's me" approach to comms. For example, let's say Barricade 12 was calling the Command Post. The conversation would go like this: | |||
#* '''''"Command Post this is Barricade 12"''''' | |||
#* '''''"Barricade 12, Command Post, go ahead"''''' (or, Command Post may say '''''"Standby"''''', asking you to hold your message...in that case, wait until Command Post says '''''"Barricade 12 go ahead"''''') | |||
#* Proceed with your message. | |||
# Next, depending on your message, use one of the following radio scripts: | |||
#* '''"A car ran my post at Barricade [NUMBER]":''' Used to to communicate a vehicle that crossed a barricade at speed, and/or appears to present a threat. | |||
#* "'''I have an emergency at Barricade [NUMBER] and I need [police/medical]":''' Used to communicate an emergency at a post that needs a response. | |||
#* '''"A vehicle has bypassed my post at Barricade [NUMBER]":''' Used to communicate that a driver has driven around the barriers, as in the case of a frustrated or disoriented driver, but does not appear to be overtly threatening. | |||
# After using the radio script, stand by to receive a reply form the Command Post to acknowledge and receive clarifying questions. | |||
