SUFFERN, N.Y. — Rockland County first responders conducted a joint Rescue Task Force exercise at RP Connor Elementary School to sharpen coordination between EMS and law enforcement during active shooter scenarios.
The Nov. 2 training focused on securing safe access to victims in high-risk zones and delivering rapid treatment while operating under unified command.
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Spring Hill Youth Corps members were granted temporary Senior Corps status to train alongside veteran EMS members, practicing patient care and radio communications in realistic conditions, The Monsey Scoop reported.
The drill was a multi-agency effort involving Spring Hill EMS, Suffern Police Department, the Rockland County Sheriff’s Communications Division and Tuxedo EMS, with support from Spring Hill Youth Corps advisors.
The training was organized and led by Medical Directors Dr. Dennis Mao and Dr. Robin Kim, Suffern Police Lt. Brull, and Rockland County Strategic Safety and Security Coordinator Thomas Koziak.
The hands-on drill further strengthens regional emergency response and collaboration among Rockland’s first responders.
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