🏃 Behind the Scenes: Our Paramedics at Bath Trail Running Event

A Paramedic Event Support Case Study

When athletes push their limits in remote terrain, safety can’t be left to chance. This paramedic event support case study showcases how Partridge Medical Solutions delivered specialist care, rapid response, and advanced equipment at a recent trail running event near Bath.

🗺️ Event Profile

Held in the hilly countryside outside Bath, the trail race featured:

• Off-road, steep, and uneven surfaces

• Several race distances and age groups

• Limited vehicle access points

• Remote course sections far from NHS response

🏥 Medical Deployment & Capability

We completed a detailed medical risk assessment and provided:

✅ Paramedic-crewed Emergency Ambulance

✅ 4x4 Stretcher Ambulance for off-road evacuations

✅ 4x4 Rapid Response Vehicle with full trauma capability

✅ Roaming FREC responders positioned on foot

✅ A mobile treatment post near the main event area

What sets us apart? We carry enhanced equipment most providers do not, including:

• Specialist extrication stretchers: MIBS (Multi-Integrated Body Splint) and basket stretchers for difficult terrain evacuations

• An extended pharmacy suite, including Penthrox (Methoxyflurane) for rapid, non-invasive pain relief

• Full advanced trauma kits and immobilisation tools

🚨 Real-Time Clinical Support

On the day, our paramedics and responders dealt with:

• A collapsed runner suffering from heat-related illness

• A complex ankle dislocation on a steep woodland track

• A minor anaphylactic reaction in a young spectator

Thanks to our on-site paramedic-led team and advanced equipment, the runner with the dislocation received pain relief and traction before being evacuated—preventing serious complications.

💬 Client Feedback

“They were fully prepared for terrain most teams couldn’t access. The MIBS stretcher and Penthrox alone made a massive difference.” — Event Safety Lead, Bath Trail Series

🎯 Why Paramedic-Led Support Matters

This paramedic event support case study demonstrates that basic cover simply isn’t enough for complex, outdoor events. We offer more than compliance—we deliver true clinical assurance with the infrastructure and expertise to handle everything from minor injuries to major trauma.

🧠 FAQ: Event Medical Cover

❓ What makes your team different from other providers?

We go beyond minimum requirements, deploying advanced equipment, highly skilled clinicians, and terrain-specific vehicles for full-spectrum care.

❓ Do I need this level of cover for a trail race?

Yes—remote access and high physical demand increase the need for on-site paramedic-level response and effective evacuation equipment.

❓ What’s the MIBS stretcher used for?

It allows safe and secure spinal immobilisation and movement of casualties over rough terrain where standard stretchers won’t work.

❓ Is Penthrox safe and effective?

Absolutely. It’s a powerful, fast-acting analgesic used widely in trauma settings, reducing pain quickly and safely on site.

❓ Can I book these services for my next event?

Yes! We provide bespoke medical cover for events across Wiltshire, Bath, and beyond. Contact us via www.partridgemedical.co.uk to discuss your needs.