Rescuers at sea improve first aid records with VARIO software

Previously, emergency responders used a time-consuming paper system to record first-aid accidents. Completing forms on paper presents several challenges, including the risk of registrations being lost after a busy day, delays in information transfer, and manual digitization of data. This inefficiency can lead to incomplete processing of some cases, resulting in not all first aid and workplace injuries being reported.

To solve these problems, rescuers on the coast of Koksijde now record all (first aid) accidents via a tablet connected to the VARIO QHSE platform. This allows rescuers to record all relevant information about a (first-aid) accident directly and easily. This includes not only the basic details of the incident but also detailed photos of the circumstances under which the incident occurred. The precise documentation of the situation provides valuable visual information for further analysis and follow-up.

The coastal rescuers and the prevention service of Koksijde experience these advantages of the platform VARIO QHSE:

• The significant simplification of the registration process allows rescuers to spend more time on their core activities on the beach.
• The platform provides quick and easy access to the necessary data and gives the prevention service immediate insight into the type and amount of care provided. This promotes better case tracking.
• The platform makes internal communication about (first-aid) accidents more efficient and ensures that those responsible can intervene more quickly in the event of recurring incidents.
• The data collected provides valuable insight into the numbers and trends of (first-aid) accidents. This enables the prevention department to better anticipate potential risks and respond proactively.
• The use of the VARIO QHSE platform also results in significant paper savings. This is in line with broader sustainability goals.

The use of tablets and the VARIO platform for first aid registration is an important step towards a more environmentally friendly and efficient way of working. In this way, the lifeguards on the Koksijde coastline underline their ongoing commitment to the safety and well-being of beach visitors. In this way, they continue to strive for the highest quality of service and the improvement of their work processes.