Ambulances and specialty vehicles are crucial for delivering emergency medical services (EMS) in diverse environments, ranging from urban settings to remote areas. This topic covers vehicle types, configurations, design standards, and customization options for specific missions such as critical care transport, bariatric response, and tactical EMS. Understanding the capabilities and limitations of different vehicles enables agencies to select the most suitable platform for their specific needs. Vehicle safety, maintenance, and procurement are also explored. For details on enhancing vehicle functionality, see Ambulance Accessories. Explore the articles in this topic to learn more about selecting and managing EMS response vehicles.

Training simulators are key tools for building EMS skills through realistic, scenario-based learning. This topic covers high- and low-fidelity simulators used to practice airway management, trauma care, cardiac response, and other critical interventions. Simulators help EMS personnel improve decision-making, teamwork, and clinical performance in a controlled environment. They also support certification, recertification, and ongoing education. For additional resources used in EMS training, see Training Equipment & Supplies. Explore the articles in this topic to learn how simulators enhance the quality and effectiveness of EMS training programs.

Ambulance accessories play a key role in supporting EMS providers during emergency response, patient transport, and on-scene care. This topic covers essential tools and equipment such as oxygen storage systems, interior lighting, stretcher mounts, communication devices, and safety restraints. Reliable ambulance accessories help improve efficiency, protect patients and crew, and maintain readiness for all types of calls. Understanding what accessories are available—and how to use them—can support better outcomes in the field.

The CO Screening product category features products and information for researching CO Screening and Testing, also known as Carbon Monoxide Testing, which covers CO Screening products such as CO meters, as well as resources for carbon monoxide first responder rehabilitation.

The CPR & Resuscitation product category features products and information for researching Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) products.

The EMS1 Patient Immobilization and Splints product category features products and information for researching EMS patient handling and immobilization equipment, covering various types of splints, backboards, patient handling, stretchers, and other tools for successful patient immobilization.

The EMS1 Bleeding Control product category features products and information for researching Bleeding Control products by EMS personnel to aid in their assessment and treatment of patients in the prehospital environment.

The EMS1 Medical Monitoring product category features products and information for researching EMS patient monitoring equipment, such as monitor/defibrillators, monitor mounts, AEDs, and other tools for successful patient assessment.

The EMS1 ePCR – Electronic Patient Care Reporting product category features information and resources for researching ePCR products, including solutions that allow you to collect patient information and care details electronically.

The Community Paramedicine Software product category features information, product listings and resources for researching EMS Community Paramedicine Software solutions, including billing, field data and scheduling software as well as computer aided dispatch (CAD) and electronic patient care reporting (ePCR).

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