Welcome to BASICS
The British Association for Immediate Care has championed the development of pre-hospital emergency medicine since it was formed in 1977. Today we are forging strong working relationships with our colleagues in BASICS Scotland and the Faculty of Pre-hospital Care so that together we can provide the highest quality of medical knowledge and skill to those who need it most, and all at the accident scene, day or night, fair weather or foul. The members of this Charity blend in amongst the paid Emergency Services, working together as a team. Whether you wish to join, or merely learn more then read on.
ID Check
Full, Accredited BASICS responders are issued with a photo ID card. The validity of these cards can be checked using the button below.
Membership
Learn more about becoming a BASICS member, the benefits of BASICS membership and how you can become involved…
Schemes
BASICS Schemes operate throughout the UK, providing extra medical expertise to patients at the scene of an incident. Find your local BASICS Scheme here…
Latest News
#AdventCalendar It was not that long ago that the care on scene of the seriously ill and injured was non existant beyond removing them to hospital. The foresight of Dr Ken Easton OBE in championing roadside care led to the formation of @BASICS_HQ & immediate care provision pic.twitter.com/M3gCZSbN4Y
Alerts and recalls for drugs and medical devices
- Field safety notices - 26 to 30 November 2018
- Class 2 Medicines Recall: Teva UK Limited and Mylan - recall of some Valsartan containing products
- Batteries for the HeartStart MRx monitor/defibrillator may fail to charge or to provide power.
- Field Safety Notice - 19 November to 23 November
- Field Safety Notice - 12 November to 16 November