Escaping Violent Encounters
Training and experience are instrumental to keeping EMTs, paramedics safe from violent attacks
EMS Chief Ernesto M. Rodriguez shares insights from the City of Austin EMS Department Assault Survey
Understanding the risks inherent in EMS is critical to taking action to prevent death and injury in the line of duty
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