Falls are classified as which Incident Type?

Falls are classified as a traumatic incident type because they typically involve physical injury resulting from a sudden impact or force. Traumatic incidents refer to any event that can lead to injury or harm, and falls can often result in fractures, head injuries, or other serious injuries requiring immediate medical attention. Recognizing falls as traumatic incidents helps emergency medical dispatchers prioritize responses and determine appropriate protocols for care and transport of patients based on the potential severity of the injuries sustained during the fall.

In contrast, the classification of incidents such as medical might refer to broader health issues not necessarily related to trauma, while time/life critical incidents specifically focus on emergencies requiring immediate intervention to prevent loss of life. Non-life-threatening incidents would indicate injuries or conditions that do not pose an immediate risk to life, which may not apply to falls where serious injuries could be involved.