St. Andrew's Ambulance Association
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St Andrew's First Aid is a first aid
charity
based in Scotland
. Founded in 1882, St Andrew's was Scotland's
first ambulance service. Now a voluntary organisation it uses the brand "St Andrew's First Aid" and seeks to preserve the lives of people in Scotland by through the provision of education and emergency first aid at events throughout Scotland
.
in Glasgow
. It exists to promote the teaching of first aid, supplying first aid equipment and supplies and providing event cover. It achieves the latter by virtue of St Andrew's Ambulance Corps, made up of volunteers who devote their time to care for the sick and injured.
In overall control is the Council of Association, which is diverse group of people including representatives from the Royal Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and Edinburgh, from the police, from hosptials as well as representatives from the Corps. Council acts to promote the aims and objectives of the Association and also has the power to raise funds, lease property and employ staff.
Council also delegates its power to a number of different entities:
This is a comprehensive 24-hour course that covers most aspects of basic first aid, including:
Emergency First Aid
This is a 4-hour course, that is designed to give a brief overview of some of the key first aid skills (such as CPR, choking and control of bleeding).
Emergency Resuscitation
This is a 2-hour course that teaches basic life support
skills.
Junior First Aid
This course that has been developed to teach a variety of first aid skills to children under the age of 15.
Sports Injuries First Aid
This course places particular emphasis on injuries that might be encountered in a sporting environment (fractures, spinal injuries etc.), whilst also encouraging record keeping and advice on what a sports first aid kit should contain.
Baby and Child First Aid
This course is particularly aimed at parents and those who work with young children, as it focuses on baby and child CPR and choking procedures as well as recognition and treatment of common childhood illnesses and injuries.
Anaphylaxis Awareness
This is a 4-hour course that is entirely centred around anaphylaxis
: causes, the effects on the body, recognition and treatment. There is a section on the use of an EpiPen
, and opportunity to use a practice EpiPen.
This 18 hour long course covers most of what is done in Standard First Aid, but also provides information on relevant laws and advice on contents of first aid boxes and rooms.
Emergency Aid for Appointed Persons Course
This one day course is more basic than First Aid at Work, that is similar in scope to Emergency First Aid.
A Corps Company consists of volunteer members who attend regular training meetings, go on duty to provide first aid cover at events and oversee the general running of the company. There are a number of different roles within a Corps Company:
There is also training in radio communications, as radios
are used by members at many duties in order to help speed up communications, and better mobilise members and equipment in response to incidents.
, Hampden Park
, Ibrox Stadium
and Murrayfield Stadium
), as well as major festivals such as T in the Park
and Live at Loch Lomond.
St Andrew's first aiders are required to wear uniform when on duty and are encouraged to wear it whenever they are representing the organisation. There are currently three uniform sets:
In addition, there are high visibility jackets, hard hats, ski hats, waterproof jackets and backpack style first aid kits.
A uniform review has just concluded, and soon a new uniform will roll out, which will see the many different variations available scaled down.
Following an agreement in 1908, St John Ambulance ceased to operate in Scotland and St Andrew's ceased to operate in England. St Andrew's enjoys goods relations with the British Red Cross
, and they often work in partnership at larger duties such as T in the Park
.
by a group of local doctors and businessmen who were concerned by the rapid increase in accidents resulting from traffic and modern machinery. First aid and casualty transportation classes were conducted and Scotland's first ambulance was bought by the Association in April 1882, which served Glasgow and the surrounding area providing first aid and transportation to hospital to accident victims. In the following years, the number of calls the Association responded to grew so as by 1886 there were six ambulances stationed in towns throughout Scotland.
In order to make teaching more uniform, in 1891 the Association published Dr George T. Beatson
's Ambulance Hand-book that provided a concise overview of anatomy, physiology, injuries, first aid treatment and casualty transportation. The book remained the Association standard text for over 40 years as it was updated and republished.
At the turn of the century, the Association underwent two major changes: In 1899, a Royal Charter
was granted by Queen Victoria
that changed the Association from a collection of individuals to a legally recognised single entity and in 1904 the St Andrew's Ambulance Corps was formed to bring together the various ambulance groups around the country under a single administration.
presented the Association with a large number of motor ambulance wagons that were no longer required by the military. This allowed a complete ambulance service to be extended throughout Scotland. In order to meet the needs of the expanding organisation, the Association commissioned plans for permanent Headquarters to be built in the North Street, Glasgow. This building opened in 1929 and its facilities included a garage, workshops, offices, classrooms and a drill hall. By 1939, the Association was granted Royal Patronage, with The Queen Mother
as patron
.
First aid
First aid is the provision of initial care for an illness or injury. It is usually performed by non-expert, but trained personnel to a sick or injured person until definitive medical treatment can be accessed. Certain self-limiting illnesses or minor injuries may not require further medical care...
charity
Charitable organization
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based in Scotland
Scotland
Scotland is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Occupying the northern third of the island of Great Britain, it shares a border with England to the south and is bounded by the North Sea to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, and the North Channel and Irish Sea to the...
. Founded in 1882, St Andrew's was Scotland's
Scotland
Scotland is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Occupying the northern third of the island of Great Britain, it shares a border with England to the south and is bounded by the North Sea to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, and the North Channel and Irish Sea to the...
first ambulance service. Now a voluntary organisation it uses the brand "St Andrew's First Aid" and seeks to preserve the lives of people in Scotland by through the provision of education and emergency first aid at events throughout Scotland
Scotland
Scotland is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Occupying the northern third of the island of Great Britain, it shares a border with England to the south and is bounded by the North Sea to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, and the North Channel and Irish Sea to the...
.
About the organisation
The St Andrew's National Headquarters is based at CowcaddensCowcaddens
Cowcaddens is an area of the city of Glasgow, Scotland. It is virtually in the city centre and is bordered by the areas of Garnethill to the south and Townhead to the east....
in Glasgow
Glasgow
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and third most populous in the United Kingdom. The city is situated on the River Clyde in the country's west central lowlands...
. It exists to promote the teaching of first aid, supplying first aid equipment and supplies and providing event cover. It achieves the latter by virtue of St Andrew's Ambulance Corps, made up of volunteers who devote their time to care for the sick and injured.
Council also delegates its power to a number of different entities:
- Committees of Council - These each have their own remit, such as fundraising or medical and first aid protocols.
- Commandant-in-Chief of the Corps - This medically qualified person is responsible for the administration, organisation and discipline of the Corps.
- Chief Executive Officer - A person responsible for achieving the policies set down by council; they are also responsible for the day to day running of the Association and its staff.
- Executive Committees - These groups are responsible for the management of the assets and affairs of the Association in their local area. There are 11 in total, and the membership is mainly St Andrew's volunteers.
- Staff of National Headquarters - Are employed to assist in the administration of the Association and Corps.
First Aid courses
St Andrew's offers a wide variety of courses to the general public and in the workplace:Public courses
Standard First AidThis is a comprehensive 24-hour course that covers most aspects of basic first aid, including:
- recovery positionRecovery positionThe recovery position refers to one of a series of variations on a lateral recumbent or three-quarters prone position of the body, in to which an unconscious but breathing casualty can be placed as part of first aid treatment.An unconscious person The recovery position refers to one of a series of...
- choking in adults, children and babies
- circulatory disorders
- cardiopulmonary resuscitationCardiopulmonary resuscitationCardiopulmonary resuscitation is an emergency procedure which is performed in an effort to manually preserve intact brain function until further measures are taken to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a person in cardiac arrest. It is indicated in those who are unresponsive...
in adults, children and babies - control of bleedingBleedingBleeding, technically known as hemorrhaging or haemorrhaging is the loss of blood or blood escape from the circulatory system...
- neurological disorders
- sprains, strains and fractures
Emergency First Aid
This is a 4-hour course, that is designed to give a brief overview of some of the key first aid skills (such as CPR, choking and control of bleeding).
Emergency Resuscitation
This is a 2-hour course that teaches basic life support
Basic life support
Basic life support is the level of medical care which is used for patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries until the patient can be given full medical care at a hospital. It can be provided by trained medical personnel, including emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and by...
skills.
Junior First Aid
This course that has been developed to teach a variety of first aid skills to children under the age of 15.
Sports Injuries First Aid
This course places particular emphasis on injuries that might be encountered in a sporting environment (fractures, spinal injuries etc.), whilst also encouraging record keeping and advice on what a sports first aid kit should contain.
Baby and Child First Aid
This course is particularly aimed at parents and those who work with young children, as it focuses on baby and child CPR and choking procedures as well as recognition and treatment of common childhood illnesses and injuries.
Anaphylaxis Awareness
This is a 4-hour course that is entirely centred around anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is defined as "a serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death". It typically results in a number of symptoms including throat swelling, an itchy rash, and low blood pressure...
: causes, the effects on the body, recognition and treatment. There is a section on the use of an EpiPen
EpiPen
An epinephrine autoinjector is a medical device used to deliver a measured dose of epinephrine using autoinjector technology, most frequently for the treatment of acute allergic reactions to avoid or treat the onset of anaphylactic shock.Trade names for this device include EpiPen, Twinject,...
, and opportunity to use a practice EpiPen.
Workplace courses
HSE Approved First Aid at WorkThis 18 hour long course covers most of what is done in Standard First Aid, but also provides information on relevant laws and advice on contents of first aid boxes and rooms.
Emergency Aid for Appointed Persons Course
This one day course is more basic than First Aid at Work, that is similar in scope to Emergency First Aid.
St Andrew's Ambulance Corps
The Corps was formed in 1904, in order to bring together the various ambulance Corps that had formed and to allow these people to improve their first aid skills by practising together and being available at public gathering. The aim of the Corps has not changed over the past 100 years, and today it still exists and provides an opportunity for people to practice and use their first aid skills.Structure
The Corps is made up from over 80 Corps Companies, each of which are based within a specific area and come under the administration of one of the Executive Committees. Overall control of the Corps comes from the Association, with National Headquarters providing administrative support.A Corps Company consists of volunteer members who attend regular training meetings, go on duty to provide first aid cover at events and oversee the general running of the company. There are a number of different roles within a Corps Company:
- Associate Member - Someone who does not hold a Standard First Aid certificate, but is involved in the running of the company in some other way (fundraising, accounts, administration etc.).
- Member - Someone who holds a Standard First Aid Certificate, and attends events as a first aider as well helping in the running of the company.
- Secretary - The person who performs general administrative duties such as taking minutes at AGMs or distributing correspondence from the Association.
- Treasurer - The person who administers company accounts, as well as paying expenses to members (for travel to/from duties).
- Public Duty Officer - The person who organises the first aid cover required at duties, and keeps a record of casualties treated.
- Commandant - The person in overall charge of the company.
- Deputy Commandant - The person who supports the work of the Commandant
- Assistant Commandant - This position (or positions) is only present in larger companies, in which the Commandant and Deputy may require more support in running of the company.
- Section Leader - Larger companies may also have section leaders who are responsible for certain roles, and groups of members, allowing commandants to focus on the overall running of the company.
- Honorary Medical Officer - A medically qualified person, who advises the company on medical and first aid matters and can also attend public duties.
- Trainer/Assesor - A member who has undertaken the Trainer/Assesor course, so that they can provide training to the Corps Company as well as to the public.
- Youth Leaders - A member responsible for training and leadership of the youth groups in the Company.
Further training
Members of the Corps are constantly updating their first aid skill at regular meetings, however there is also opportunity to undertake further training courses:- Automated External Defibrillation - A course that allows members to use an AEDAutomated external defibrillatorAn automated external defibrillator or AED is a portable electronic device that automatically diagnoses the potentially life threatening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia in a patient, and is able to treat them through defibrillation, the application of...
whilst on duty - Moving and Handling - A comprehensive course that covers safe handling and transport of casualties. Techniques taught include scoop stretcherScoop stretcherThe scoop stretcher is a device used specifically for casualty lifting...
, spinal boardLong spine boardA spinal board, also known as a long spine board , longboard, spineboard, or backboard, is a patient handling device used primarily in pre-hospital trauma care designed to provide rigid support during movement of a patient with suspected spinal or limb injuries...
, cervical collarCervical collarA cervical collar is an orthopedic medical device used to support a patient's neck and head. It is also used by emergency personnel for victims of traumatic head or neck injuries, and can be used to treat chronic medical conditions....
, trolley bedGurneyA gurney, known as a trolley in British medical context, is the U.S. term for a type of stretcher used in modern hospitals and ambulances in developed areas. A hospital gurney is a kind of narrow bed on a wheeled frame which may be adjustable in height. For ambulances, a collapsible gurney is a...
, carry chairs and carry sheets. - Officers' Training Course - A course that allows members to take up the positions of Commandant, Deputy Commandant or Assistant Commandant.
There is also training in radio communications, as radios
Two-way radio
A two-way radio is a radio that can both transmit and receive , unlike a broadcast receiver which only receives content. The term refers to a personal radio transceiver that allows the operator to have a two-way conversation with other similar radios operating on the same radio frequency...
are used by members at many duties in order to help speed up communications, and better mobilise members and equipment in response to incidents.
Duties
The Corps supplies members to duties across the country, ranging from village fêtes to international sporting events and music festivals. For example, St Andrew's provides cover at Scotland's four largest stadia (Celtic ParkCeltic Park
Celtic Park is a football stadium in the Parkhead area of Glasgow, which is the home ground of Celtic FC. Celtic Park, an all-seater stadium with a capacity of 60,832, is the largest football stadium in Scotland and the sixth-largest stadium in the United Kingdom, after Murrayfield, Old Trafford,...
, Hampden Park
Hampden Park
Hampden Park is a football stadium in the Mount Florida area of Glasgow, Scotland. The 52,063 capacity venue serves as the national stadium of football in Scotland...
, Ibrox Stadium
Ibrox Stadium
Ibrox Stadium is a football stadium located on the south side of the River Clyde, on Edmiston Drive in the Ibrox district of Glasgow. It is the home ground of Scottish Premier League club Rangers and has an all-seated capacity of 51,082...
and Murrayfield Stadium
Murrayfield Stadium
Murrayfield Stadium is a sports stadium located in the west end of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Its all-seater capacity was recently reduced from 67,800 to 67,130 to incorporate the largest permanent "big screen" in the country though it still remains the largest stadium in Scotland and one...
), as well as major festivals such as T in the Park
T in the Park
T in the Park is a major British music festival that has been held annually since 1994. It is named after its main sponsor, the brewing company Tennents. It was originally held at Strathclyde Park, Lanarkshire but since 1997 has been held at a disused airfield in Balado, Kinross-shire...
and Live at Loch Lomond.
Uniform
- Number 1 Uniform - Black trousers, white shirt (with Association logo) with rank slides, clip-on tie, tunic and peaked caps. This uniform is only for ceremonial occasions
- Number 2 Uniform - Black combat trousers, white shirt (with Association logo), clip-on tie, black NATO pullover with rank slides and black fleece. This uniform can be used for public duties.
- Number 3 Uniform - Blue coveralls (consisting of a royal blue squad jacket and trousers), white T-shirt. This uniform can be used for public duties.
In addition, there are high visibility jackets, hard hats, ski hats, waterproof jackets and backpack style first aid kits.
A uniform review has just concluded, and soon a new uniform will roll out, which will see the many different variations available scaled down.
Relationship with other organisations
St Andrew's, St John Ambulance and the British Red Cross Society collectively form the Voluntary Aid Societies. Together, the organisations produce the official First Aid Manual in the United Kingdom.Following an agreement in 1908, St John Ambulance ceased to operate in Scotland and St Andrew's ceased to operate in England. St Andrew's enjoys goods relations with the British Red Cross
British Red Cross
The British Red Cross Society is the United Kingdom branch of the worldwide impartial humanitarian organisation the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The society was formed in 1870, and is a registered charity with over 31,000 volunteers and 2,600 staff. At the heart of their work...
, and they often work in partnership at larger duties such as T in the Park
T in the Park
T in the Park is a major British music festival that has been held annually since 1994. It is named after its main sponsor, the brewing company Tennents. It was originally held at Strathclyde Park, Lanarkshire but since 1997 has been held at a disused airfield in Balado, Kinross-shire...
.
Formation and early years
In 1882, St Andrew's Ambulance Association was formed in GlasgowGlasgow
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and third most populous in the United Kingdom. The city is situated on the River Clyde in the country's west central lowlands...
by a group of local doctors and businessmen who were concerned by the rapid increase in accidents resulting from traffic and modern machinery. First aid and casualty transportation classes were conducted and Scotland's first ambulance was bought by the Association in April 1882, which served Glasgow and the surrounding area providing first aid and transportation to hospital to accident victims. In the following years, the number of calls the Association responded to grew so as by 1886 there were six ambulances stationed in towns throughout Scotland.
George Beatson
Colonel Sir George Thomas Beatson, KCB, KBE, DL, FRFPSG was a British physician. He was a pioneer in the field of oncology, developing a new treatment for breast cancer, and has been called "the father of endocrine ablation in cancer management." The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and the...
's Ambulance Hand-book that provided a concise overview of anatomy, physiology, injuries, first aid treatment and casualty transportation. The book remained the Association standard text for over 40 years as it was updated and republished.
At the turn of the century, the Association underwent two major changes: In 1899, a Royal Charter
Royal Charter
A royal charter is a formal document issued by a monarch as letters patent, granting a right or power to an individual or a body corporate. They were, and are still, used to establish significant organizations such as cities or universities. Charters should be distinguished from warrants and...
was granted by Queen Victoria
Victoria of the United Kingdom
Victoria was the monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland from 20 June 1837 until her death. From 1 May 1876, she used the additional title of Empress of India....
that changed the Association from a collection of individuals to a legally recognised single entity and in 1904 the St Andrew's Ambulance Corps was formed to bring together the various ambulance groups around the country under a single administration.
First World War
Within 48 hours of war being declared, the Corps was able to entirely staff all of Scotland's military hospitals, freeing the regular staff for service. In addition to this, St Andrew's were also able to assemble two Foreign Service Units (which served in France and in hospital ships), a Military Nursing Service (derived from females Corps members) and a transport service alongside the British Red Cross attending to wounded soldiers from hospital trains. Whilst all of this was happening, St Andrew's usual civilian work of first aid training and casualty transportation continued unabated (albeit the additional services placed strain on the Association's funds).Between World Wars
After the First World War ended, the British Red Cross SocietyBritish Red Cross
The British Red Cross Society is the United Kingdom branch of the worldwide impartial humanitarian organisation the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The society was formed in 1870, and is a registered charity with over 31,000 volunteers and 2,600 staff. At the heart of their work...
presented the Association with a large number of motor ambulance wagons that were no longer required by the military. This allowed a complete ambulance service to be extended throughout Scotland. In order to meet the needs of the expanding organisation, the Association commissioned plans for permanent Headquarters to be built in the North Street, Glasgow. This building opened in 1929 and its facilities included a garage, workshops, offices, classrooms and a drill hall. By 1939, the Association was granted Royal Patronage, with The Queen Mother
Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon
Elizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon was the queen consort of King George VI from 1936 until her husband's death in 1952, after which she was known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, to avoid confusion with her daughter, Queen Elizabeth II...
as patron
Patrón
Patrón is a luxury brand of tequila produced in Mexico and sold in hand-blown, individually numbered bottles.Made entirely from Blue Agave "piñas" , Patrón comes in five varieties: Silver, Añejo, Reposado, Gran Patrón Platinum and Gran Patrón Burdeos. Patrón also sells a tequila-coffee blend known...
.
Second World War
The Association faced the task of preparing the Scottish public for air raids, and it responded by providing classes in Aid Raid Precautions, Anti-Gas Precautions and First Aid for air raid casualties. As the First World War, St Andrew's was active in the war effort: the Corps provided thousands of staff for the Civil Nursing Reserve, transportation of casualties after air raids and providing first aid and nursing training to school children. In Glasgow, the Association provided accommodation for the newly formed Blood Transfusion Service, as well as arranging free transport for donors.- 1882: Founded in GlasgowGlasgowGlasgow is the largest city in Scotland and third most populous in the United Kingdom. The city is situated on the River Clyde in the country's west central lowlands...
. First Aid classes were organised, 'stretcher stations' were placed in chemist shops and an ambulance was bought. - 1891: The Association published Dr George Beatson's Ambulance Handbook.
- 18 April 1899: A Royal CharterRoyal CharterA royal charter is a formal document issued by a monarch as letters patent, granting a right or power to an individual or a body corporate. They were, and are still, used to establish significant organizations such as cities or universities. Charters should be distinguished from warrants and...
was granted by Queen VictoriaVictoria of the United KingdomVictoria was the monarch of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland from 20 June 1837 until her death. From 1 May 1876, she used the additional title of Empress of India....
. - 1904: St. Andrew's Ambulance Corps was formed.
- 1918: The St. Andrew's Ambulance Association were donated ambulances from the British Red Cross Society, which were unused after the First World War.
- 1928: The Association's Headquarters opened in North Street, GlasgowGlasgowGlasgow is the largest city in Scotland and third most populous in the United Kingdom. The city is situated on the River Clyde in the country's west central lowlands...
. - 1937: Royal Patronage was granted, with The Queen MotherElizabeth Bowes-LyonElizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon was the queen consort of King George VI from 1936 until her husband's death in 1952, after which she was known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, to avoid confusion with her daughter, Queen Elizabeth II...
as patronPatrónPatrón is a luxury brand of tequila produced in Mexico and sold in hand-blown, individually numbered bottles.Made entirely from Blue Agave "piñas" , Patrón comes in five varieties: Silver, Añejo, Reposado, Gran Patrón Platinum and Gran Patrón Burdeos. Patrón also sells a tequila-coffee blend known...
. - 1946: St Andrew's Ambulance Association and the British Red Cross Scottish Branch agree to pool ambulance resources only (all other activities of both organisations remain independent)and form St. Andrew's and Red Cross Scottish Ambulance Service.
- 1948: The National Health ServiceNational Health ServiceThe National Health Service is the shared name of three of the four publicly funded healthcare systems in the United Kingdom. They provide a comprehensive range of health services, the vast majority of which are free at the point of use to residents of the United Kingdom...
was formed, and the St. Andrew's and Red Cross Scottish Ambulance Service was contracted to provide the ambulance service. - 1954: The first joint First Aid manual of St. Andrew's Ambulance Association, St. John AmbulanceSt. John AmbulanceSt John Ambulance, branded as St John in some territories, is a common name used by a number of affiliated organisations in different countries dedicated to the teaching and practice of medical first aid and the provision of ambulance services, all of which derive their origins from the St John...
and British Red Cross SocietyBritish Red CrossThe British Red Cross Society is the United Kingdom branch of the worldwide impartial humanitarian organisation the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The society was formed in 1870, and is a registered charity with over 31,000 volunteers and 2,600 staff. At the heart of their work...
was published. - 1967: The British Red Cross Society withdrew from the ambulance service, which became St. Andrew's Scottish Ambulance Service, the sole contractor for the provision of the ambulance service.
- 26 June 1970: The Queen MotherElizabeth Bowes-LyonElizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon was the queen consort of King George VI from 1936 until her husband's death in 1952, after which she was known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, to avoid confusion with her daughter, Queen Elizabeth II...
opened the Association's new National Headquarters in Milton Street, Glasgow. The relocation had been necessary due to the construction of the M8 motorway. - 2 January 1971: St. Andrew's Ambulance Association first aiders were faced with the Ibrox disasterIbrox disasterThe Ibrox disaster refers to two accidents, in 1902 and 1971, which led to major loss of life at the Ibrox Stadium in Glasgow, Scotland.-First Ibrox disaster:...
while on duty at Ibrox stadiumIbrox StadiumIbrox Stadium is a football stadium located on the south side of the River Clyde, on Edmiston Drive in the Ibrox district of Glasgow. It is the home ground of Scottish Premier League club Rangers and has an all-seated capacity of 51,082...
. - 1974: The National Health ServiceNational Health ServiceThe National Health Service is the shared name of three of the four publicly funded healthcare systems in the United Kingdom. They provide a comprehensive range of health services, the vast majority of which are free at the point of use to residents of the United Kingdom...
was reorganised, and the St. Andrew's Ambulance Association withdrew from contracting to provide an ambulance service (St. Andrew's Scottish Ambulance Service). The Scottish Ambulance Service was taken over by Common Services Agency of the NHS Scotland|NHS]]. St Andrew's Ambulance Association continued to provide First Aid services and training. - 1978: The Corps celebrated its 75th anniversary.
- 1982: The Association celebrated its centenary, with a service of thanksgiving at Glasgow Cathedral, attended by the Queen MotherQueen motherQueen Mother is a title or position reserved for a widowed queen consort whose son or daughter from that marriage is the reigning monarch. The term has been used in English since at least 1577...
. - 1993: The Association bought its first defibrillator, with training provided by Scottish Ambulance ServiceScottish Ambulance ServiceThe Scottish Ambulance Service is part of NHS Scotland, and serves all of Scotland. It is a Special Health Board funded directly by the Scottish Government Health Department....
. - 2004: The Corps celebrated its centenary.
- 2006: The organisation underwent a change in corporate identity, renaming its public facing areas as St Andrew's First Aid
- 2010: In this summer Head Quarter will under go a massive refurbishment.
External links
Executive Committee pages
- Ayrshire Executive Committee
- Central Executive Committee
- Dumfries & Galloway Executive Committee
- Dundee and Angus Executive Committee
- Edinburgh Executive Committee
- Fife Executive Committee
- Glasgow Executive Committee
- Grampian Executive Committee
- Highland Executive Committee
- North Lanarkshire Executive Committee
- South Lanarkshire Executive Committee