Ambulance Safety
This directory offers a curated selection of articles on Ambulance Safety, focusing on best practices for EMS professionals. Topics include safe driving techniques, equipment securing, and protocols to minimize risks during transport. Prioritizing Ambulance Safety is essential for protecting both patients and EMS personnel. Additionally, explore our resources on emergency vehicle operations, which are closely related to maintaining safety standards in the field. Use this directory to stay informed and ensure that your ambulance operations adhere to the highest safety standards.
From roadside safety, to recommitting to universal precautions, to promoting public health, reflecting on our journey
A driver suspected of driving under the influence plowed into Erik Bedwell’s ambulance, sending him, his patient and his future into a tailspin
Learn how to put structure to your patient safety program while changing the culture and measuring progress
Care Ambulance Paramedic David Mimm, a 30-year EMS veteran, was killed in an ambulance crash earlier this month
The man was charged with two felonies after reportedly showing up to emergency scenes and representing himself as a volunteer firefighter
Agencies are encouraged to suspend non-emergency activities for a week to focus training and education on roadway hazards
An EMS provider was in the back of the rig when the suspect got in, officials say
Butler County EMS of Kansas became the first recipient of the award acknowledging agencies that work to create a culture of safety
Care Ambulance Paramedic David Mimm, 54, was killed and three others were injured in the collision
A police officer was struck by the stolen rig and the suspect was shot twice in the leg before the pursuit began
Garden Grove City Manager Scott Stiles made the comments while discussing ambulance response times at a meeting last month
Shamong EMS is the third New Jersey ambulance service to be fined for similar violations within the last five months
The patient that was in the ambulance and four people in the car, including a child, were transported after the crash
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a crash earlier this month that sent four first responders to the hospital
Paramedic Michael Blakemore said he hopes the video will encourage people to pay more attention on the road
Officials say the man slipped out of restraints and pushed his way to the rig’s rear door before jumping out
In this episode, our co-hosts welcome EMS1 Columnist Rob Lawrence, who shares his life philosophy, and his thoughts on first responder road safety
The ambulance had to be lifted and towed after its tire became stuck in what was initially suspected to be a sinkhole
The rig carrying a patient, family members and two EMTs was rolled over onto its side in the collision
Investigators said the driver “lost control on the slushy road, overcorrected and struck the barrier wall and the guard rail”
Prevent an ambulance crash: Michael Fraley reviews due regard, distracted driving and clearing an intersection
AMR Paramedics Paul Besaw and Lahiri Garcia were killed in the rollover ambulance crash in 2017
Officials said the driver of the stopped car was partially ejected in the crash
The union posted their concerns on social media and published an open letter suggesting possible solutions
A witness said the ambulance had its sirens on when it was struck by another vehicle at an intersection
Video from the scene shows heavy damage to the front of the ambulance
Witnesses said the ambulance did not have its sirens on, ran a red light and was going nearly 20 miles per hour over the speed limit
Two crewmembers and another driver were injured when a vehicle crashed into an ambulance carrying a patient
Officials said the man was driving erratically before his vehicle collided with an AMR ambulance, killing him and injuring two crewmembers
A Chicago Fire Department paramedic was injured after a car crashed into an ambulance and then fled
The Milwaukee Fire Department ambulance was backing into the station when it was struck
The large piece of concrete was thrown through the rig’s window as it was traveling on the roadway
