THE British Red Cross is looking for potential life-savers in Somerset to join its event first aid team.

The charity needs volunteers to provide first aid services at sporting and public events throughout the county and surrounding areas. Experience is not necessary as full training will be given.

Red Cross volunteers – fully trained in first aid – are ready to help at any occasion across the South West, from small community shows to large-scale events such as the Ten Tors challenge on Dartmoor.

When accidents happen or illnesses take hold, their knowledge can be vital in saving lives or preventing further injury.

New volunteers will be enrolled on a standard first aid training course and will then receive on-going weekly training.

The volunteers meet each Thursday evening at the Red Cross offices, Livingstone Way, Taunton, Somerset TA2 6BD.

First aid volunteers will be expected to contribute 50 hours of event cover per year once initial training is completed.

For more information about becoming an event first aid volunteer please contact Tony Maull on 07834 527090 or email TonyMaull@redcross.org.uk . Alternatively, apply online at www.redcross.org.uk/get-involved .