VISUAL & HANDS-ON LEARNING
A short 17-minute informative video and sample triage tags assist the responders to grasp and implement the START system within the real-life setting as soon as possible.
INSTRUCTOR-READY MATERIALS
An instructor manual is an extensive manual containing lesson plans, drill plans, and wallet-sized START reference cards to train and recall on-scene.
QUALITY & IMPLEMENTATION TOOLS
In-built quality assurance tools and a verified vendor resource list facilitate ongoing training delivery and implementation of the program in the long term.
WHAT IS START
Simple Triage And Rapid Treatment
START is an established triage model aimed at assisting first responders to assess, prioritize, and treat a number of patients promptly in the event of an emergency and mass-casualty incidents.
Designed to be fast and easy to understand, START minimizes confusion, helps one to make better decisions under pressure, and save lives when time is short.
Who It’s For
DESIGNED FOR REAL-WORLD RESPONDERS
START is aimed at professionals and trained staff that can be the first ones to arrive at a scene of a disaster.
FIRST RESPONDERS
Teams of fire-rescuers, EMS, and medical workers attending to mass-casualty incidents.
SAFETY & PREPAREDNESS TEAMS
Safety personnel in industries, schools, and workplaces in charge of emergency response.
MEDICAL & SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS
Medical personnel and volunteer workers assisting emergency efforts.
WHY USE A TRIAGE SYSTEM
A Clear System When Everything Feels Overwhelming
Emergencies create chaos. START offers an organized, memorable method which assists responders:
• Quickly identify the most critically injured
• Use limited resources effectively
• Reduce decision fatigue under pressure
• Improve overall patient outcomes
Be Ready When Every Second Counts
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Multi-Agency System Integration: START in Law Enforcement Response
Learn how the START triage system integrates with law enforcement’s multi-agency response, improving coordination and victim care in mass-casualty incidents.
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Triage Tags and Equipment: Reusable vs Single-Use Systems
Understand the pros and cons of reusable vs. single-use triage tags for emergency response. Learn about START system equipment, decontamination, and environmental impacts for mass-casualty incidents.
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START Training for Volunteer Fire Departments and Rural Responders
Equip your volunteer fire department or rural responders with START Triage training for effective mass-casualty incident management, ensuring quick, organized, and life-saving response.
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