Fire-based EMS
The fire-based EMS topic deals with the range of issues facing EMTs and paramedics in the fire service.
New London firefighters partnered with the Southern Connecticut State University’s Center of Excellence on the Autism Spectrum for training on engagement and de-escalation techniques
The driver was able to get out on their own after the vehicle plunged off the top level of a parking garage and crashed through the Executive Conference Center’s roof
Salem firefighters purchased 140 caps after several players were concussed at the beginning of the season
Hatzolah’s goal is to be able to transport patients and respond to calls using lights and sirens, but this has been opposed by LAFD and its firefighters’ union
Shorter response times and better patient outcomes are the goals of what officials are calling a high-performance, integrated response system
Former Searsmont Fire Chief James Ames and Joanne Ames, former EMS manager, said conflict and bad feelings prefaced their departures
The idea of requiring paramedics to earn a college degree is a hot topic among industry personnel, with national organizations weighing in
Baltimore City Fire Department officials hope the pilot program will reduce strains on first responders and emergency rooms
Fire officials said the man was arrested after destroying a flag that was “proudly displayed” on the back of an ambulance
After a high-speed collision, Kootenai County EMS System chief confirms lessons about designing and operating a safer ambulance
State Rep. Clay Doggett introduced the bill and said on-scene safety has “been an overwhelming concern” for first responders
Jawwaad Tasawwur Robinson first sparked a fire after crashing a vehicle into a tree, and was receiving medical treatment when he stole a fire department truck
Michael Janusek allegedly misappropriated money from the Chicago Heights Fire Department’s foreign fire tax fund
The Delaware Township Fire Department implemented a policy that allowed responders to use guns on duty, but rescinded it after receiving criticism
Officials approved a $75,000 settlement for a claim filed by the son of the deceased man Bellingham Fire Department staff practiced endotracheal intubations on
Robert Reasonover and Tyler Rathert allegedly logged into AMR’s accounting system and claimed hours they never worked
Two Cedar Rapids Fire Department first responders shoveled snow outside a house as the rest of the crew helped deliver a baby inside
When asked how the FDNY EMT pay gap compared to his campaign for “equity and social justice,” Mayor Bill de Blasio said he thinks “the work is different”
Tony Rutland and Jerome Roberts were awarded for refusing to allow a patient to decline medical care shortly before the patient went into cardiac arrest
The Anderson Fire Department developed a peer support network with about 20 firefighters and EMS providers available to help anyone struggling with PTSD
The Ocean City Paramedic Foundation gave $99,000 to the Ocean City Fire Department to purchase equipment to help paramedics improve their skills
Denzel Adonis, a graduate of FDNY High School class of 2011, was one of 50 paramedics who walked across the stage after a seven-year journey to fulfill his dream
Brad Carroll and Jerry Donaldson received the STEMI Star Award after identifying and treating a STEMI patient within 18 minutes
Spokane County Fire District 8 firefighter-paramedics Meg Williams and Jennifer Raudebaugh said the milestone felt like just another day on the job
Union president Ronald Glass argued the Orlando Fire Department should be hiring more firefighters, who can provide medical services and respond to fires
The peer support model recognizes that firefighters tend to trust fellow firefighters far more because of their shared experiences
Kokomo mayoral candidate Kevin Summers claimed residents have seen delays in receiving medical assistance because of no available ambulances
The new law requires mental health services to be available for all first responders to help them cope with psychological trauma
Seamlessly share data between public safety agencies and mutual aid partners with enterprise information management
Three firefighter-paramedics were stopping to get coffee when they were stopped by a friend of Janice Winter, who was about to go into cardiac arrest
Know when to stop, how much assistance to provide and how to hand off patient care to responding authorities
Johnny McCabe was treated by the fire chief and his fellow firefighters after he collapsed
The money will be used to train both law enforcement officers and firefighters across Arkansas and Memphis in life-saving techniques
