Major Incident METHANE & Ten Second Triage Aide Memoire Card (A6)

A double-sided A6 reference card for first responders managing major incidents. One side guides you through the Ten Second Triage algorithm, the other sets out the METHANE report structure for clear scene communication.

What it covers

• Ten Second Triage: rapid prioritisation of casualties as P1, P2, P3 or Not Breathing.
• METHANE report: Major incident, Exact location, Type of incident, Hazards, Access, Number of casualties, Emergency services required.

Built for field use

• Laminated A6 card, sized to fit a pocket or pouch.
• Write on and wipe off, compatible with Sharpie marker pens or similar.
• Cleans down with alcohol wipes between jobs.

Who it suits

Paramedics, nurses, police, firefighters, coastguard, defence medics, event medical teams and other responders who need a fast on-scene reference.

An aide memoire is a written prompt that supports recall of a structured process under pressure. This card puts two of the most used major incident tools on a single, durable reference so you can focus on the patient and the scene rather than the sequence.

For a flow chart on managing severe bleeding, see our Bleed Control Clinical Aide.

This card is not prescriptive of clinical practice or triage. Local health service guidelines must be followed in the event of an emergency.