Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, UAE: As the exciting final race of the 2021 season heads to Yas Marina Circuit this week, the 60 staff from National Ambulance will be as vigilant as ever over what promises to be the most spectacular Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend ever.
Returning for the eighth consecutive year, National Ambulance will be on site at Yas Marina Circuit, bringing its expertise in providing emergency medical coverage to keep safe the 3,000 staff on site at Yas Marina Circuit. The organisation will provide 12 emergency vehicles for the upcoming race weekend, ensuring all safety protocols are intently followed across the circuit. National Ambulance have also fully integrated the new additions to the 5.28km track layout into the full safety plan for 2021.
On the long-standing partnership between the organisation and ADMM, Ahmed Al Hajeri, Chief Executive Officer of National Ambulance said: “Our ongoing alliance with Abu Dhabi Sports Management is a testament to the efforts of both organisations over the past eight years, and we’re incredibly proud to continue our collaboration going into this year’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.”
On planning for an event with global audience, Al Hajeri said: “Each year, we begin planning for the event approximately six months in advance, with numerous levels and layers which are needed to enable National Ambulance to successfully provide its services throughout the week for a safe, enjoyable experience for all. Such detailed planning allied with years of experience and the tireless work from our team ensure a successful event each year. This year we have also implemented a new high level emergency service protocols and adapted our plan to accommodate the changes on track.”
National Ambulance’s selected leadership team at the circuit features individuals with a wealth of experience of similar events that enables efficient and effective preparation and ensure that its international standard medical response crews are ready to go if needed. This, alongside the emergency pre-hospital exposure, the high level of clinical performance and vigilant COVID-19 safety precautions, with regular PCR testing, combines to ensure all requirements of the safety plan are met and prepared to support the team in providing a best-in-class service across race week in Abu Dhabi.
The 60-person team for this year’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix includes highly experienced medical professionals and support staff who are selected from the year-round provision of best-in-class pre-hospital care which covers the five Northern Emirates of the UAE. Following the teams’ selection, individuals go through several days of training and preparation across the elements of the emergency response plan, including track familiarisation and extrication training, to ensure that they are ready to step in and aid drivers should that be required.”
Besides providing emergency medical cover for the 2021 Formula Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend, National Ambulance operates an all-year-round emergency medical services at the Yas Marina Circuit site. The service supports the variety of activities that take place at the circuit including entertainment, motorsport and regular community health and fitness initiatives.
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ABOUT ADMM
Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management (ADMM), with its head office at Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, has created unique, world class experiences across Abu Dhabi since 2009.
ADMM have promoted and delivered globally significant events, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix, alongside over 400 events a year across motorsports, health and fitness, entertainment and major corporate conferences. The company also delivers a significant programme of motorsport retail experiences for business and consumer audiences at Yas Marina Circuit across the year. This combined experience means that ADMM has a region-leading team with expertise in event marketing, communications, promotions and project management.
Such talent firmly positions ADMM as a leader in sports management. The company is now seeking to diversify into activities and strategic ventures beyond Yas Marina Circuit in order to build towards a broader long-term vision aligned with its partners and stakeholders in Abu Dhabi.
ABOUT YAS MARINA CIRCUIT
Yas Marina Circuit is the United Arab Emirates’ most exciting sporting and entertainment multi-purpose venue. Located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the circuit is home to the annual FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX and much more. In addition to the extensive year-round program of professional and grassroots motorsport events and experiences including Drag and Yas Track Nights, the circuit has emerged as a thriving hub for entertainment and community events in the UAE. As the region’s most technologically advanced facility, the circuit is also a leading MICE venue, regularly hosting a diverse range of corporate meetings, conferences and events. Whether you want to experience the thrill of karting at our Kartzone, driving an Aston Martin GT4 at over 200km/hour on an F1 circuit, work towards your racing license at the Yas Racing School, get fit at TrainYas, participate in one of our many sporting events, or simply catch up with friends at Yas Central, Yas Marina Circuit truly is The Meeting Place of Champions.
About National Ambulance
National Ambulance (NA) was established in 2010 to provide quality pre-hospital emergency medical services for the people of the United Arab Emirates in line with the nation’s healthcare objectives. Serving and working with both the government and private sectors, National Ambulance delivers quality emergency care consistent with international standards by utilising modern technology and evidence-based practices to meet its core objectives of saving lives and serving communities.
Supported by fully integrated Ambulance Communications Centres and utilising an advanced fleet of vehicles, National Ambulance provides public and private emergency medical services (EMS) to patients in the UAE. National Ambulance directly serves the public in the Northern Emirates through the dedicated 998 emergency ambulance number and plays a key role in the UAE’s vital frontline emergency response, working in close coordination with emergency service partners under the umbrella of the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Health and Prevention. National Ambulance is also a key partner in national emergency response to mass casualty disasters and crisis working with other emergency service providers across the country to protect the public under the lead of the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA).
National Ambulance’s specialised teams provide different levels of emergency pre-hospital care through contracted or stand-alone services for a wide range of emergency-related requirements from basic to advanced emergency medical services (EMS), emergency medical coverage at private and public events, non-emergency patient transport, helicopter emergency medical services and ongoing onsite medical support.
Through its internationally recognised Training Centre, accredited by the American Health Association (AHA), the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) and the American Health and Safety Institute (ASHI), National Ambulance offers training for the community in first aid, CPR AED and other health awareness issues, as well as internationally accredited courses for healthcare professionals and EMS workers. It is also an authorised National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Recertification site.
Through clinical governance, National Ambulance ensures compliance with local regulations and maintaining international standards so that patients receive the best possible care. Excellence at National Ambulance has been recognised through ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification; and its services are internationally accredited through Joint Commission International (JCI).
Media Contacts:
National Ambulance
Nour Saifi
Senior Communication and Media Specialist
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Email: nsaifi@nationalambulance.ae
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