Life and Limb

If there is a possibility of loss of life or limb, contact the Worcester Life Flight Helicopter

9-1-800-322-4354

or

9-1-508-799-6333

The Observatory position is:

N 43$^\circ$ 23.5', W 72$\circ$ 20.7', Elevation 314 m.

1. Do not move victim unless absolutely necessary
2. Apply direct pressure to bleeding
3. Call Cooley Dickinson Hospital Emergency Room MD on duty
   
   9-584-4090 ext. 2108 or ext 2109
   requesting medical decision on best way to treat and transport.
4. If helicopter lands, approach from front quarter. AVOID BACK OF HELICOPTER
5. REMEMBER: Conversation will be impossible in the immediate vicinity of the helicopter.

If the phones are not operational, drive to the gate and ask for help at the first occupied house. TAKE THIS PAGE WITH YOU!!

In the event of a health or other type of emergency, one should call the state police in Belchertown:

9-323-7561

The 24 hour dispatcher will contact all needed services.

Notify Observatory staff:

1. Mark Heyer: 9-549-7463 (home) or 5-4264 (office)
2. Bill Olanyk: 9-665-3953 (home) or 9-413-539-4902 (mobile)
3. Mike Brewer: 9-665-3274 (home) or 5-0793 (office)
4. FCRAO office: 5-3857