13/10/2026
A Big… Big Thank You…👍 to all who attended tonight’s “Introduction to Trauma Kits” session. The kits and presentation were provided as a part of the Rotary Club of Barry & District’s STOP THE BLEED PROJECT.
Thomas Jones of Rescue (Ed) presented a stimulating and insightful overview of the Trauma Kit, its contents, and its applications. The session, which was well attended by representatives of several organisations, provided an interactive presentation along with practical hands-on experience. At the end of the evening the attendees each received a Trauma Kit for their respective organisations.
In recent years, communities across the United Kingdom have become increasingly aware of the importance of immediate first-aid intervention in the event of catastrophic bleeding. Whether caused by accidents, sports injuries, or rare but serious incidents involving violence, the ability to act within the first few minutes can be the difference between life and death. This reality has led to a national movement advocating for the wider availability of bleed control (Trauma) kits-specialist emergency packs designed to help bystanders manage severe bleeding until professional medical help arrives.
STOP THE BLEED is a Rotary Club of Barry & District project that has received funding from the TESCO Stronger Starts Initiative and the Rhoose Defibrillator project.
The Project aims to supply Trauma (Bleed) Kits to schools, libraries, community centres, and other community groups and organisations within the Barry and district area.
If your organisation would be interested in receiving a Trauma Kit.
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 075 3304 8620
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