Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles
Our directory features a range of articles on Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles, providing crucial information for EMS professionals. Topics include vehicle maintenance, design considerations, and the latest innovations in emergency vehicle technology. Understanding the role of Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles is vital for ensuring efficient and safe patient transport. For further insights, explore our resources on ambulance safety, which are closely related to the operational aspects of emergency vehicles. Access these articles to stay updated on best practices and advancements in emergency vehicle management.
It was found that the rig had been recently serviced for an electrical issue
EMS crews said lights and sirens were activated before the fiery crash, but drivers of both vehicles hit by the ambulance say they were off
If the decision isn’t based on data that explains why another service is necessary, it can be detrimental to the existing service and patient care
Police say the man was hallucinating; he voluntarily got into an ambulance, then jumped out
As one of the paramedics was placing a stretcher in the rig, a man jumped in and started to pull away with the stretcher hanging out the back door
English police foiled the plot of two men disguised as paramedics to distribute cocaine, heroin, amphetamine, and ecstasy
Police say the driver of the ambulance possibly had a seizure before losing control; driver, two EMTs and patient taken to a hospital
AMR providers say the mayor chose a different provider despite a recommendation for AMR; the U.S. Attorney’s Office is looking into the decision
A paramedic, two firefighters and the patient were hospitalized following the intersection collision and rollover
A Public Hospitals Authority statement called the use of the ambulance for a girl’s arrival to the dance “despicable”
An annual drive ensures members will not be responsible for any balance for services not covered by insurance
The teen was “woken up” by a kiss from her date; she now feels ‘bittersweet’ because of criticism
Here are some current and future benefits of audio or video recording of EMS calls, and legal questions your department should ask before installing cameras
From getting consent to the technological challenges of managing recordings, here’s what EMS managers should consider before installing cameras in ambulances
The boys’ father and bystanders performed CPR; medics continued to provide care while waiting for another ambulance to continue the transport
Two medics suffered minor injuries after swerving to avoid a lawn chair that fell from a truck in front of them
Dash cam footage shows a deputy hitting speeds of 116 miles per hour to catch up with two ambulances that appeared to be racing down a Tenn. highway
The EMS service requested funding to add a unit to its fleet of 18 ambulances to reduce response times
With one ambulance manned by about a dozen volunteers, the town council is considering staffing proposals from another ambulance service
Recent news from around the world of EMS is a continuing reminder of the dangerous and essential work performed by paramedics
The Tricare Medical Transportation driver allegedly demanded money from a bank teller, and used the company’s ambulance as his getaway vehicle
Share the features your department looks for when purchasing a new or used ambulance
He and the driver of another ambulance allegedly drove 80 to 90 miles per hour; they were not responding to a call
Driver t-boned the ambulance in the intersection after running a red light
The high-tech mobile lab, in an ambulance donated by Allina EMS, used at crime scenes to find clues in smartphones and other personal digital devices
Hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson highlight the dangers of working long hours
The fire chief filed a complaint saying agents often try to halt ambulances during an emergency transport, endangering patients in need of critical care
The driver was nearing the end of a 48-hour shift when the ambulance drifted across the highway and went off the road