Critical Incident Response

Purpose: This policy provides clear, appropriate, and safe guidelines for clubs on how to respond to critical incidents. A critical incident is any event that causes intense stress and overwhelms an individual's ability to cope.

 

Key Steps:

 

Checklist for Response:

• Consult with those affected to determine the level of support they need.
• Convene a meeting of the Critical Incident Response Team.
• Ensure consistency in media communication.
• Be mindful of social media accuracy.
• Check in with those involved in scheduled club matches.

 

Post-Incident Actions:

• Liaise with families and members regarding funeral plans.
• Arrange debriefing meetings and consider the need for individual or group support.
• Review the club’s response and make necessary amendments to the plan.

 

Do’s and Don’ts for Media Liaison:

• Do not give incorrect information or say "No Comment."
• Prepare statements carefully and inform media outlets of any developments.
• Refer to guidelines for dealing with media after a critical incident.

Contact Information:

Critical Incident Response Plan Team:
Lead Liaison Person:	Healthy Clubs Officer	Alternative Liaison:	Club Secretary
Name:	Barbara Condon	Name:	William Rooney
Contact No:	0877604880	Contact No:	0876693719
Email Address:	bcondon.fast@gmail.com	Email Address:	secretary.stsylvesters.dublin@gaa.ie
Support Team:
Name: Richard Aslett	(Club Chairman)	Contact No:	0861709267
Name: Derek O’Brien	(Children’s Officer)	Contact No:	086 6062982
Name: Derek Roche	(Health & Safety Officer)	Contact No:	drsafetytraining@gmail.com
Media Liaison Person:
Name: Elaine Rooney	PRO	Contact No:		0861743088
Key Contact for Dublin County Board:
Name: Vacant	(Dublin Health & Wellbeing Chairperson)	Contact No:		chair.hwc.dublin@gaa.ie
Key Contacts for GAA HQ:
Name: Colin O ’Regan	(Croke Park Community & Health Manager)	Contact No:		087 294 5705