New Life-Saving Bleed Control Cabinet Unveiled in Hailsham Shopping Precinct
Hailsham has bolstered its community safety with a brand-new bleed control cabinet installed at the busy Vicarage Field Shopping Precinct. Positioned right next to the popular Maybugs store, this bright red box is packed with vital first-aid tools designed to tackle life-threatening bleeding in seconds.
What’s Inside the Bleed Control Cabinet?
The cabinet is a game-changer in emergencies. It contains:
- A chest seal for pneumothorax injuries that lets air out but not in
- Rapid clotting gauze that starts working in just 60 seconds
- A swift-action tourniquet to stop heavy bleeding fast
These tools could save lives during critical situations before paramedics arrive.
How to Access the Cabinet in an Emergency
If disaster strikes, call 999 and ask for Sussex Police. You’ll be given a unique code to unlock the cabinet quickly and safely. Plus, clear instructions guide you on how to use the kit effectively — no guesswork involved.
Community Effort Backed by Project Youth
The initiative is led by Project Youth, a local community interest company focused on early intervention with young people in East Sussex. Supported by Accurate Roofing, the project promotes safety awareness and equips the public with the means to act fast when there’s trauma in public places.
Carl Scott, Project Youth founder, said: “Education and awareness can keep young people away from risky street activities. This project is about saving lives and building stronger community ties.”
Local councillor Kelvin Williams, Alliance for Wealden (Liberal Democrat) spokesperson for Public Health and Wellbeing, added: “We hope no one ever needs to use these kits, but it’s vital they’re available. They could be the difference between life and death.”
The cabinet installation at Vicarage Field honours the memory of a local resident, making it a powerful symbol of community care and preparedness.
