WMAS Resource Escalation Action Plan (REAP) Level:
LEVEL 2
What is REAP?
Resource Escalation Action Plan
All ambulance services across the UK work to a national framework, called REAP, which has four levels designed to maintain an effective and safe operational and clinical response for patients.
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The higher the level, the more intense the pressure.
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The level is determined by set, pre-determined metrics across various aspects of service performance - the level is not determined by officers (CEO must approve Level 4).
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Ultimately, REAP is designed to protect service delivery.
REAP Aims
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Determine what actions are required to protect core services
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Provide the most proportional and safe level of services with the resources available
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Provide uniformity of pressure understanding across the wider region and nationally
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Respond to any action or potential disruptive challenges affecting service delivery
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Inform internally
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Inform the wider NHS and other partner agencies of the pressures facing the organisation
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Provide consistency in triggers and associated actions to
LEVEL 1
Steady State
Moderate Pressure
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
Major Pressure
LEVEL 4
Extreme Pressure
CFR Assistance
During increased pressures, CFRs can book on to:
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Increase capacity of resources.
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Provide faster responses to calls.
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Assist crews on scene to speed up their clear times.
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