3.1 Bus crashes
In a bus crash at high speed, as we have experienced
a number during recent years, the consequences will often
be disastrous. (Figure 5). The available rescue-resources
will be insufficient at least in rural areas. In this
situation, it is very important to have an accurate plan for
mass casualty incidents worked out in advance. In Sweden
the governmental body, The National Board of Health
and Welfare (NBHW), has worked out recommendations
on “Emergency and Rescue service in the event of a major
incident”. NBHW conduct and economically support
training courses within different areas of Disaster Medicine.
With these guidelines and this support, the medical
personnel involved in the pre-hospital care will get a good
basis and training in handling of mass casualty or disaster
situations.