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Prison Manager Lacked CPR Training Since 1991
26 Aug
Summary
- Prison manager hadn't had first aid training in 35 years.
- Arsonist died of heart problems due to delayed medication.
- Coroner expressed concerns over prison CPR capabilities.
A custodial manager at HMP The Verne revealed he had not undergone CPR training since 1991, a significant gap highlighted after an inmate's death. George Haldenby, jailed for arson, died in January 2022 from heart disease complications. His death was exacerbated by delays in receiving crucial medication, particularly on weekends when healthcare staffing was reduced.
Prison staff initially mistook Haldenby's collapse for faking, only commencing CPR after realizing he had no pulse. The coroner has expressed grave concerns regarding the prison's ability to deliver timely and effective CPR, especially outside standard working hours. The lack of mandatory refresher training for staff means critical life-saving skills may be outdated, potentially leading to future fatalities.
