ROC Angels has collated these resources to help our local projects with issues they may encounter whilst serving on the frontline of communities.
Acid / Chemical Attack
Taken from The Telegraph article:
NHS Choices say chemical burns require immediate medical attention at an A&E department. If you're helping someone else, they advise to put on appropriate protective clothing and then:
Many health advice sites warn against using a hard spray of water on the affected area as it could possibly lead to more damage. “If possible, find out what chemical caused the burn and tell the healthcare professionals at A&E,”
First aid for burns - NHS Choices advice
Taken from The Telegraph article:
NHS Choices say chemical burns require immediate medical attention at an A&E department. If you're helping someone else, they advise to put on appropriate protective clothing and then:
- Remove any contaminated clothing on the person
- If the chemical is dry, brush it off their skin
- Use running water to remove any traces of the chemical from the burnt area
- The most important first aid is to immediately wash affected body part of patient with plenty of fresh or saline water.
- Don’t rinse the burn area with dirty water as it can cause severe infection.
- Keep flushing the affected burn area with plenty of cool water,(not very cold) until the patient’s burning sensation starts fading. It may take 30-45 minutes.
- Remove all the jewellery or clothing which had contact with acid.
- Don’t apply any kind of cream, ointment on the affected area as it may slow the treatment procedure by doctors.
- If possible, use sterilized gauze to loosely wrap the affected area. The gauze protects the skin from air, debris, dirt and contamination.
- Rush the patient to a burn specialty hospital having isolated wards for burn patients.
Many health advice sites warn against using a hard spray of water on the affected area as it could possibly lead to more damage. “If possible, find out what chemical caused the burn and tell the healthcare professionals at A&E,”
First aid for burns - NHS Choices advice
- Stop the burning process as soon as possible. This may mean removing the person from the area, dousing flames with water, or smothering flames with a blanket.
- Remove any clothing or jewellery near the burnt area of skin.
- However, don't try to remove anything that's stuck to the burnt skin as this could cause more damage.
- Cool the burn with cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes, as soon as possible after the injury.
- Cover the burn with cling film. Put the cling film in a layer over the burn, rather than wrapping it around a limb.
- Treat the pain from a burn with paracetamol or ibuprofen.
- Sit upright as much as possible if the face or eyes are burnt.
Alcohol and Safety Education Resource
A resource to be used to give young people the opportunity to explore alcohol and safety. Ideal for use in schools, youth groups, uniformed organisations, colleges or for parents, the pack includes activities, discussion points and practical illustrations. The pack is free to download and use.
Visit this page to download the resource
A resource to be used to give young people the opportunity to explore alcohol and safety. Ideal for use in schools, youth groups, uniformed organisations, colleges or for parents, the pack includes activities, discussion points and practical illustrations. The pack is free to download and use.
Visit this page to download the resource
Anti Terrorism
ROC Angels local projects serve on the front line of communities. This national guidance will help local projects become more vigilant in this area. It is widely recognised that communities defeat terrorism and these resources will help make us more aware.
Counter Terrorism Police on-line training course (start new training as an individual)
See Check and Notify training
Crowded Places Security Advice
Terrorism First Aid (BBC Web Site)
CitizenAid
ROC Angels local projects serve on the front line of communities. This national guidance will help local projects become more vigilant in this area. It is widely recognised that communities defeat terrorism and these resources will help make us more aware.
Counter Terrorism Police on-line training course (start new training as an individual)
See Check and Notify training
Crowded Places Security Advice
Terrorism First Aid (BBC Web Site)
CitizenAid
Ask for Angela:
Ask for Angela is the national scheme that helps anyone who is feeling vulnerable on a night out to get the support they need - if you feel unsafe approach bar staff, door staff, police, Street Angels / Pastors and ask if Angela is working tonight. askforangela.co.uk
Ask for Angela Vulnerability Training
Ask for Angela is the national scheme that helps anyone who is feeling vulnerable on a night out to get the support they need - if you feel unsafe approach bar staff, door staff, police, Street Angels / Pastors and ask if Angela is working tonight. askforangela.co.uk
Ask for Angela Vulnerability Training
Asylum Seekers and Refugees
The issue of Asylum Seekers and Refugees is constantly in the media. In our work within the night-time economy we may come across asylum seekers and refugees.
All asylum seekers should know to contact Migrant Help if they need anything - Migrant Help (migranthelpuk.org) – and most will also be supported by a local asylum/refugee charity.
Some suggestions:
The issue of Asylum Seekers and Refugees is constantly in the media. In our work within the night-time economy we may come across asylum seekers and refugees.
All asylum seekers should know to contact Migrant Help if they need anything - Migrant Help (migranthelpuk.org) – and most will also be supported by a local asylum/refugee charity.
Some suggestions:
- Refer to Migrant Help
- Get to know your local asylum/refugee charity – City of Sanctuary network is a good place to start finding out who the local contacts are. The local charities will be able to support or signpost to pretty much anything asylum seekers will need
- Don’t get involved in anything related to their asylum case. You have to be trained, qualified and registered with the OISC in order to do this, and it is illegal to give advice if you are not. Details here - Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
This video 'The Sanctuary Seekers of Bradford' is worth a watch to help gain an insight to asylum seekers and refugees looking at making a home in the UK:
British Transport Police Railway Guardian App
British Transport Police’s (BTP's) bystander intervention campaign ‘Speak Up, Interrupt' has launched, calling on bystanders to report sexual harassment on the railway.
Reports can be made by texting 61016 or via the new ‘Railway Guardian’ App.
BTP's new App ‘Railway Guardian’ app is now available to download on the Apple and Google Play stores. The app contains guides and advice on what information to report and examples of how to be an active bystander. In an emergency, you should always call 999.
The campaign has been developed in conjunction with industry partners, based on research from charities, campaign groups, and bystander behaviour experts. The aims of the campaign are to empower bystanders and witnesses of all forms of inappropriate sexual behaviour on the network to report incidents or safely intervene where they can, while we continue to boost specialist patrols and target hotspot locations.
British Transport Police’s (BTP's) bystander intervention campaign ‘Speak Up, Interrupt' has launched, calling on bystanders to report sexual harassment on the railway.
Reports can be made by texting 61016 or via the new ‘Railway Guardian’ App.
BTP's new App ‘Railway Guardian’ app is now available to download on the Apple and Google Play stores. The app contains guides and advice on what information to report and examples of how to be an active bystander. In an emergency, you should always call 999.
The campaign has been developed in conjunction with industry partners, based on research from charities, campaign groups, and bystander behaviour experts. The aims of the campaign are to empower bystanders and witnesses of all forms of inappropriate sexual behaviour on the network to report incidents or safely intervene where they can, while we continue to boost specialist patrols and target hotspot locations.
Citizen Aid / Citizen Aid App:
The Citizen Aid App is a great tool to help you with a range of emergency incidents including knife attack, active shooter. vehicle attack, acid burns, unattended / suspicious item and treatment. It is free to download via App / Play Stores - see here. The website has a lot of useful information and links.
The Citizen Aid App is a great tool to help you with a range of emergency incidents including knife attack, active shooter. vehicle attack, acid burns, unattended / suspicious item and treatment. It is free to download via App / Play Stores - see here. The website has a lot of useful information and links.
Conflict Awareness
Ian from Street Angels Huddersfield is offering some self defence training:
Ian from Street Angels Huddersfield is offering some self defence training:
- Initial awareness and avoidance
- Basic break away techniques when someone grabs your arm/wrist same side. i.e they grab your left arm with their right hand / grab your right arm with their left hand.
- Escape from cross arm grab. Their right hand to your right arm . repeat for left side.
- Depending on the confidence of the participants other escape/control techniques can be covered to include escape from shoulder grabs & hair grabs from the front and rear finishing with control techniques bringing the issue to a close including handing over to the police if necessary.
Domestic Abuse - It's Not Your Fault
It's Not Your Fault - a short film about Hannah, a young woman trapped in an abusive relationship with Scott. It highlights the different levels/types of abuse women or men may experience in an abusive relationship.
Drink Spiking:
The organisation website for Stamp Out Spiking is worth a look .
Tonight on ITV. Spiking can and increasingly does happen to anyone - with new and exclusive data, Sangita Lal reveals the true scale of the problem and meets some of its victims. Click here to go to ITV (you need a log in to watch)
Drug Awareness:
An excellent tool the Drug Wheel classifies drugs as part of seven general categories: Stimulants, Depressants, Cannabinoids, Psychedelics, Opioids, Dissociatives and Empathogens. Find out about the effects of drugs and more information about specific drugs - click here.
Talk to Frank is another great drug education site
Ketamine Bladder - special clinics as youth addiction 'explodes'
ROC Angels have put together a Drug Awareness Quiz for our volunteers:
An excellent tool the Drug Wheel classifies drugs as part of seven general categories: Stimulants, Depressants, Cannabinoids, Psychedelics, Opioids, Dissociatives and Empathogens. Find out about the effects of drugs and more information about specific drugs - click here.
Talk to Frank is another great drug education site
Ketamine Bladder - special clinics as youth addiction 'explodes'
ROC Angels have put together a Drug Awareness Quiz for our volunteers:
First Aid Awareness:
ROC Angels has partnered with British Red Cross to offer our volunteers free first aid training and a First Aid app. For details see here.
Working with the Red Cross we have developed a First Aid Overview for Street and Festival Angel volunteers with a quiz to show understanding - click here .
ROC Angels has partnered with British Red Cross to offer our volunteers free first aid training and a First Aid app. For details see here.
Working with the Red Cross we have developed a First Aid Overview for Street and Festival Angel volunteers with a quiz to show understanding - click here .
Gambling Harms
Nightlife environments, such as bars and clubs, can involve alcohol and drug use, which can increase the likelihood of gambling. People under the influence may make impulsive decisions, including gambling, which can lead to harmful consequences such as poor mental health, financial issues and relationship struggles.
Ygam’s free training for Community & Faith Leaders will equip you with the knowledge surrounding gambling harms in relation to young people. Although the legal age for gambling is 18 in the UK, the recent Gambling Commission report found 27% of 11-17 year olds had gambled in the past 12 months. Research shows that children exposed to gambling at a young age are found to be four times more likely to go on to experience gambling harms themselves.
Our two hour City & Guilds online training covers topics such as the blurred lines between gaming and gambling; the role religion and culture can play in relation to gambling; supporting young people through effective conversations and signposting young people to support services.
Following the training you’ll also get access to a range of optional Alumni sessions on topics like Cryptocurrency, Streaming, LGBTQ+, and Lived Experience of Gambling. You will also have access to a range of resources that can be used in your volunteering, and with young people you may encounter in your working or everyday lives. We also run information sessions for parents and carers which is 75 minutes in duration (also free).
To find out more about our Community and Faith Leader training dates follow this link.
To find out more about our Parent and Carer training dates please click here.
Nightlife environments, such as bars and clubs, can involve alcohol and drug use, which can increase the likelihood of gambling. People under the influence may make impulsive decisions, including gambling, which can lead to harmful consequences such as poor mental health, financial issues and relationship struggles.
Ygam’s free training for Community & Faith Leaders will equip you with the knowledge surrounding gambling harms in relation to young people. Although the legal age for gambling is 18 in the UK, the recent Gambling Commission report found 27% of 11-17 year olds had gambled in the past 12 months. Research shows that children exposed to gambling at a young age are found to be four times more likely to go on to experience gambling harms themselves.
Our two hour City & Guilds online training covers topics such as the blurred lines between gaming and gambling; the role religion and culture can play in relation to gambling; supporting young people through effective conversations and signposting young people to support services.
Following the training you’ll also get access to a range of optional Alumni sessions on topics like Cryptocurrency, Streaming, LGBTQ+, and Lived Experience of Gambling. You will also have access to a range of resources that can be used in your volunteering, and with young people you may encounter in your working or everyday lives. We also run information sessions for parents and carers which is 75 minutes in duration (also free).
To find out more about our Community and Faith Leader training dates follow this link.
To find out more about our Parent and Carer training dates please click here.
Homeless Support / Homeless Pastors / Light Groups:
If you come across someone who is rough sleeping the best way to support that person is to send a report via StreetLink.
Often, churches and charities are the first place that rough sleepers go to for help. But offering support to the homeless is complex and difficult at times. Organisations are often ill-equipped and the task can seem overwhelming. The Homeless Pastors provide a network for pastors and charity workers serving homelessness with in-depth, practical training covering key areas of homeless outreach. We enable those on the margins to find a supportive community and begin the process of rebuilding their lives - thehomelesspastors.org . The Homeless Pastors also offer support to set up The Light Groups which offer support towards recovery.
If you come across someone who is rough sleeping the best way to support that person is to send a report via StreetLink.
Often, churches and charities are the first place that rough sleepers go to for help. But offering support to the homeless is complex and difficult at times. Organisations are often ill-equipped and the task can seem overwhelming. The Homeless Pastors provide a network for pastors and charity workers serving homelessness with in-depth, practical training covering key areas of homeless outreach. We enable those on the margins to find a supportive community and begin the process of rebuilding their lives - thehomelesspastors.org . The Homeless Pastors also offer support to set up The Light Groups which offer support towards recovery.
Legal Highs
Just because a drug is legal, it doesn’t mean it’s safe. Produced quickly and without safety tests, you never know the risks you are taking.
Talk to Frank website
Just because a drug is legal, it doesn’t mean it’s safe. Produced quickly and without safety tests, you never know the risks you are taking.
Talk to Frank website
Mental Health Awareness
MIND have a page of information and support - see here.
HubofHope.co.uk is a postcode driven list of support agencies
Andy's Man Club is a great free to attend, peer to peer support groups for men - see here for the website and to find a local group.
Acting Out Productions use drama, based on real stories, forum theatre and other methods of audience interaction to bring the learning alive. We create an environment and vehicle in which delegates can debate, think creatively and achieve greater knowledge and insight into mental health issues. We aim to nurture a mindset where practical solutions and emotional intelligence can flourish. This group comes highly recommended.
MIND have a page of information and support - see here.
HubofHope.co.uk is a postcode driven list of support agencies
Andy's Man Club is a great free to attend, peer to peer support groups for men - see here for the website and to find a local group.
Acting Out Productions use drama, based on real stories, forum theatre and other methods of audience interaction to bring the learning alive. We create an environment and vehicle in which delegates can debate, think creatively and achieve greater knowledge and insight into mental health issues. We aim to nurture a mindset where practical solutions and emotional intelligence can flourish. This group comes highly recommended.
Mental Health First Aid training (online)
Online Mental Health First Aid Training with ROC Angels staff and associates receiving 10% off Through a blend of Online instructor-led live sessions and self-learning activities, you will:
– Develop practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues
– Gain confidence to reassure and support a person in distress
– Learn how to guide them to further support for recovery
Upon completion of the course, you will be a recognised either Adult or Youth Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) accredited with MHFA England.
Got questions? Drop Adult and Youth instructor Jamie Green a message at [email protected] . Want to book? View the latest courses here https://bit.ly/37oQqUe Are you getting ready for festivals and want to complete the training with friends? No problem, get in touch! Jamie will arrange a 2-day online course with 8+ delegates at your convenience.
Online Mental Health First Aid Training with ROC Angels staff and associates receiving 10% off Through a blend of Online instructor-led live sessions and self-learning activities, you will:
– Develop practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues
– Gain confidence to reassure and support a person in distress
– Learn how to guide them to further support for recovery
Upon completion of the course, you will be a recognised either Adult or Youth Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) accredited with MHFA England.
Got questions? Drop Adult and Youth instructor Jamie Green a message at [email protected] . Want to book? View the latest courses here https://bit.ly/37oQqUe Are you getting ready for festivals and want to complete the training with friends? No problem, get in touch! Jamie will arrange a 2-day online course with 8+ delegates at your convenience.
Safeguarding
The ROC (Redeeming Our Communities) Safeguarding Training can be found by clicking here. We all need a good understanding of safeguarding and work as a team to safeguard those we help and support. The quiz below helps show a good understanding of Safeguarding.
You can read the full ROC Safeguarding Policy here.
You can read the ROC Sexual Embarrassment Policy here.
The ROC (Redeeming Our Communities) Safeguarding Training can be found by clicking here. We all need a good understanding of safeguarding and work as a team to safeguard those we help and support. The quiz below helps show a good understanding of Safeguarding.
You can read the full ROC Safeguarding Policy here.
You can read the ROC Sexual Embarrassment Policy here.
SafeNightOut.party
Images with various tips to help people have a SafeNightOut.party. These are available to download and share on social media, websites, etc and help remind people to have a safe and fun night out. The poster images also link to Ask for Angela a nationally recognised campaign where if you feel like you are not in a safe situation you simply go to the bar staff and ask for 'Angela' - the bar staff will know you need help getting out of your situation and will help you out discreetly. The WalkSafe app is another prevention tool that ROC Angels promotes.
Images with various tips to help people have a SafeNightOut.party. These are available to download and share on social media, websites, etc and help remind people to have a safe and fun night out. The poster images also link to Ask for Angela a nationally recognised campaign where if you feel like you are not in a safe situation you simply go to the bar staff and ask for 'Angela' - the bar staff will know you need help getting out of your situation and will help you out discreetly. The WalkSafe app is another prevention tool that ROC Angels promotes.
Safer Business Network animations:
Animated Training Videos from the Safer Business Network around:
Safe Places
Welfare and Vulnerability Engagement / Ask for Angela
Women's Night Safety Charter (Mayor of London)
Safer Business Network offer a range of online training courses - see here.
Animated Training Videos from the Safer Business Network around:
Safe Places
Welfare and Vulnerability Engagement / Ask for Angela
Women's Night Safety Charter (Mayor of London)
Safer Business Network offer a range of online training courses - see here.
Sexual Abuse / Sexual and Street Harassment / Rape Support Line:
First ever 24/7 Support Line for victims of rape and sexual abuse in England to provide victims with round-the-clock help on 0808 500 2222 and via www.247sexualabusesupport.org.uk
Dispatches (Channel 4) have produced a video showing the reality of sexual harassment for women who are drunk and alone - watch here.
Stand Up Against Street Harassment - we see it happen, but uncomfortably look away. We feel the urge to speak up, but stay cautiously silent. We all want to do something about it, but don’t know what. Or worse, we end up thinking it’s "not a big deal. Street harassment is always a big deal. And now, we have what it takes to stand up to it. It’s always worth it. Stand Up International has some free training, stats, facts and more - www.standup-international.com/gb/en/
First ever 24/7 Support Line for victims of rape and sexual abuse in England to provide victims with round-the-clock help on 0808 500 2222 and via www.247sexualabusesupport.org.uk
Dispatches (Channel 4) have produced a video showing the reality of sexual harassment for women who are drunk and alone - watch here.
Stand Up Against Street Harassment - we see it happen, but uncomfortably look away. We feel the urge to speak up, but stay cautiously silent. We all want to do something about it, but don’t know what. Or worse, we end up thinking it’s "not a big deal. Street harassment is always a big deal. And now, we have what it takes to stand up to it. It’s always worth it. Stand Up International has some free training, stats, facts and more - www.standup-international.com/gb/en/
Strangulation
Strangulation is where there is pressure on the neck. This pressure leads to the blood vessels and sometimes the airways (windpipe) in the neck being squashed. This will end up with less oxygen getting to the brain. People can be strangled in different ways. It could be by a hand or hands on the neck, being put in a headlock or by something wrapped tight around the neck, like a scarf, belt or rope. Strangulation is serious and there is no safe way to be strangled. There is a risk to life every time it is done. Information for Victims of Strangulation / Guidelines for Clinical Management of Non-Fatal Strangulation / Signs and Symptoms of Strangulation / Institute for Addressing Strangulation
Strangulation is where there is pressure on the neck. This pressure leads to the blood vessels and sometimes the airways (windpipe) in the neck being squashed. This will end up with less oxygen getting to the brain. People can be strangled in different ways. It could be by a hand or hands on the neck, being put in a headlock or by something wrapped tight around the neck, like a scarf, belt or rope. Strangulation is serious and there is no safe way to be strangled. There is a risk to life every time it is done. Information for Victims of Strangulation / Guidelines for Clinical Management of Non-Fatal Strangulation / Signs and Symptoms of Strangulation / Institute for Addressing Strangulation
Walksafe App - Personal Safety / Prevention
The app WalkSafe is bringing police crime data, community reported data and soon CCTV and ‘safe zone’ data together, all plotted on maps with information icons, allowing the user to plot safer journeys, understand local crime hotspots and to help others make better safety decisions. The app also has a human ‘satnav’ feature, which allows the user to plot their walks avoiding trouble spots, and also inviting their ‘circle of protectors’ to monitor them on their journey. WalkSafe’s mission is to make everyone’s world a safer place, we believe our apps and our broader company strategy will do exactly that. Download from the Google Play or App Store. More details at walksafe.io . See here for some ROC Angels videos around Walksafe.
The app WalkSafe is bringing police crime data, community reported data and soon CCTV and ‘safe zone’ data together, all plotted on maps with information icons, allowing the user to plot safer journeys, understand local crime hotspots and to help others make better safety decisions. The app also has a human ‘satnav’ feature, which allows the user to plot their walks avoiding trouble spots, and also inviting their ‘circle of protectors’ to monitor them on their journey. WalkSafe’s mission is to make everyone’s world a safer place, we believe our apps and our broader company strategy will do exactly that. Download from the Google Play or App Store. More details at walksafe.io . See here for some ROC Angels videos around Walksafe.
The views expressed within these training modules are not necessarily the views of ROC Angels. The links are offered to help volunteers be more aware of the various issues.