ALSG Major Incident Medical Management and Support (MIMMS)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Eligibility

  The MIMMS course is suitable for medical personnel who may require understanding and knowledge around the management of a major incident.  The MIMMS focuses on the pre-hospital environment, however is beneficial for any medical personnel who require major incident training.  Please note that while there are no prerequisites to attending, this course is best suited to those from medical, paramedic or nursing backgrounds as well as those who are involved in event medical cover. 

• Course Structure

  This course is a combination of both theoretical and practical teaching sessions. 

  The afternoon of Day 2 is dedicated to conducting a practical exercise without casualties (PEWC) either at a football stadium or ferry location. Details will be given closer to the course however, candidates should be prepared to travel for the purposes of this exercise. 

• Pre-Course Preperation

  A full course information letter will be sent to you, along with your manual. Please ensure you read this information fully prior to attending. Please note this course includes a day of e-learning and pre-course knowledge checks which must be completed prior to attending the face-to-face session. 

  
  

  All information on how to access the e-learning will be included in the pre-course joining instructions. Please ensure you have completed the pre-course MCQ prior to attendance on the course. 

• Course Content

  Content includes introduction to major incidents, the role of health & emergency services, planning & preparation, communications, radio procedures and major incident triage. 

  The course provides essential skills for anyone involved in the planning of, or the response to, major incidents.  

  
  

  This relates to skills and knowledge such as: 

  • Understanding the organisations, structures and roles in managing major incidents and how they work together

  • Preparing for and implementation of a structured approach when responding to major incidents (CSCATTT)

  • The importance of Communication and radio procedures

  • Delivering the medical support needed at major incidents through triage, treatment and transport

• Assessment

  The MIMMS course evaluates a candidate's ability to manage major incidents and multiple casualties using the structured CSCATTT approach (Command and Control, Safety, Communication, Assessment, Triage, Treatment, and Transport) 

  
  

  Assessment is continuous throughout the course, and combines practical exercises, workshops, and written or online components (such as pre-course VLE modules) and a multiple-choice question exam.

  
  

  Following successful completion, candidates will be awarded with a MIMMS certificate which is valid for four years.