Welcome

Our premises provide storage for our operational, medical, and training equipment.

We park our association's vehicles here

This is also where we hold our training courses, refresher courses and team-building events.

Can I park my car in front of the premises?

• NO, the garage doors must remain accessible and allow emergency vehicles to leave at any time. In addition, the courtyard in front of the premises is shared with the garage.

Where can I park my car?

• Free parking is available 50 m away, opposite Garage Iffland. There are also takeaway food vending machines in this car park.

Can I bring my bicycle or scooter into the premises?

• YES, only while you are on DSP duty.

Can I enter the premises?

• NO, you’ll need to ask one of the board members to let you in.

Can I use a vehicle to get to a first aid stand?

• YES, contact the Operations Manager for instructions on obtaining the vehicle keys. You may not drive an association vehicle without the authorisation of the President or the association's officers.

Can I go shopping on my way home from a first aid event?

• NO, this is prohibited; our VL and VPSP vehicles are not used for this purpose.

If I damage something, who should I report it to?

• Contact the association president, Martin Schnepp, at 06 60 30 55 18 or the operations manager. This is not punitive; it is about keeping our equipment in working order.
• Report any malfunction or damage so we can take the necessary steps to have it repaired.

IMPORTANT:

Our premises are protected by an alarm and remote monitoring. Any deliberate intrusion will result in the police being called.

An identification badge is mandatory; spaces are provided for it on your uniform.

It contains the following information:

• Your first name
• Your license number
• Your photo
• A QR code

The ID badge tells us:

• Who you are,
• Which association you belong to;
• Access your full profile on the EOS interface.
• Get your emergency information.

Go to the Tutorials section of our website; everything is explained there.

BADGE TUTORIAL

Can I have more than one badge?

• YES, you can create several badges to attach to all the uniforms assigned to you when you joined.

Can I change my badge?

• NO, it must match the badge generated by the EOS tool.

Can I laminate my ID badge?

• YES, It's a good idea to prevent it from getting damaged in the rain.

Our association is not limited to the DPS events it organizes; we can support other FFSS associations in France whenever a reinforcement opportunity is open to our section.

One of the most frequent and regular reinforcement assignments is at RACING events, which requires organisation on a medium-scale (ME) or large-scale (GE) basis.

In this type of situation, we coordinate our efforts with the association organising the DPS. Support teams for Racing have a few specific requirements, which we’ll explore below.

To join a reinforcement team, you must:

• Make sure all our DPS events are staffed,
• Get approval from our operations manager,
• Make sure you can honour your commitment,
• Know the stadium access times.

As with any first aid event, please sign up for the reinforcement team if possible, or contact the event organiser to register if they are managing the sign-up.

The journey to the first aid post can be made in different ways:

• By your own means (car, public transport, on foot, bicycle ...,
• in one of our association's vehicles if you are authorised to drive,
• with the association organising the event; contact them to arrange a pickup.

For Racing reinforcements, it is important to follow the instructions below on this page to facilitate your ultra-secure access to the football stadium.

For First Aid Posts:

• 1 Post Leader
• 2 Team Members
• 1 First Aider or Team Member

For mobile teams:

• 1 Team Leader
• 2 Team Members
• 1 First Aider or 1 Team Member

For the Field Team:

• 1 Team Leader
• 2 Team Members
• 1 First Aider or 1 Team Member

Possible additional team members:

• 1 Crew Member
• 1 First Aider or 1 Crew Member

The operations manager creates teams based on their skills; this is a time-consuming task. Assignments change between each match so that everyone can discover each position.

MANDATORY: 

Check EOS on the day of the match to confirm your role and put the corresponding role bands on your uniform.

Trainees are welcome; they will join an already formed team.

Can I unsubscribe myself?

• No: if you have a health issue or a change to your personal schedule, you must contact your operations manager so they can make the necessary arrangements for you.

Can I print my accreditation?

• NO, they will be assigned to you when you arrive at the stadium control point.

Can I use an association vehicle to travel to the event?

• YES, subject to certain conditions. Please check with your operations manager.

Will lunch be provided?

• YES, Each first aider is entitled to one sandwich of their choice from the options available, one dessert, and water (still or sparkling). You can also have a hot meal worth €11 (your association coordinator will pay for it directly, or you can pay upfront).

Can I purchase additional meals?

• YES, but remain available and let your team leader or post leader know when you will be away.

Can I use the restroom?

• YES, notify your team leader or incident commander of your absence. If you are a woman, travel in pairs for your safety.

Can I watch the match?

• YES and NO, let's not forget that our primary mission is providing first aid. Before the match, during half-time and after the event, you must be available as assigned. You are expected to keep the public under constant observation; between half-times, you may watch the match as long as you don't remain standing still or seated.

Can I take photos? 

• YES, Be sensible: this isn't an invitation to play paparazzi. The event organisers handle media coverage and photo distribution.
• NO, not for the team on the ground.

How do I get to the DPS?

• Using an association vehicle (VPSP or VL), ask your operations manager for a parking pass to park in the stadium lots.
• Using your own car (parking fees at your expense; park outside the stadium lots or pay for a space yourself).
• Using public transport or any other means of getting there.

Can I come in uniform if I'm on foot or taking public transport?

• YES, but it is essential to conceal it so as not to be targeted for an assault.

Do I have to arrive at the exact DPS start time?

• Only VPSPs and vehicles that need to enter the stadium grounds must arrive at the times listed on the EOS event.
• For other first aiders, a later arrival time is specified in the relevant DPS.

Is it possible to change roles or teams?

• You must contact the operational lead for the DPS to discuss the possibility of changing assignments.
• Please bear in mind that assignments are not changed lightly: the leads coordinate teams according to members' skill levels and qualifications.
• Rotations are arranged so that you can be assigned to a different post for each match.

We have created several discussion groups. You will be invited to the group assigned to you based on your role in the association. If this is not the case, please contact Martin Schnepp or Estelle Blanalt.

Here is the list of groups:

DPS - First Aid Standby Service (all volunteers) :

• First aid post organization,
• Various events,
• Association activities.

IMPORTANT!

Hours of use 7am - 11pm

This is a space for operational staff. Notifications must be enabled for this group so you can keep up with instructions for each emergency first aid post and other activities.

No unnecessary chatter in this group.

TEAMWORK (all volunteers):

• For chatting, joking around, wishing people happy birthday, and other kinds of exchanges.

INSTRUCTIONAL TEAM (the trainers):

• Helps organise and structure training activities.

FFSS MEDIA (communications managers):

• Discussions about our publications, advertising, graphic design...

BOARD OF DIRECTORS (board members only): 

• Discussion forum for members to address decision-making matters.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you have a problem with a member of the association, speak directly to your Team Leader or Post Leader. They will pass on the information and act as mediators.

Can I leave a group?

• NO, you must notify Martin Schnepp or Loïc Klein or Estelle Blanalt to be removed from the group, even if you resign.

Do I have to join all the groups?

• NO, we are under no legal obligation to require this of you. However, we recommend joining the DPS group, as it is essential for learning how a DPS is organised.

Can I write whatever I want?

• NO, the groups have specific functions, and everyone must respect each group's purpose.
• In all cases, respectful and appropriate language is required.

What other ways can I find out about a first aid operation?

• If you do not want to join the Facebook groups or do not have a Facebook account, you must contact the highest-ranking person in charge of the first aid post (CE, CP, CS, COD) by text message or PHONE.
• We recommend informing Loïc Klein so that he is aware of your decision.