Safety
The safety topic provides news, information and resources to keep EMS providers informed about key safety issues, developments and technology, including research and initiatives focused on violence against EMS professionals, how to prevent an injury, near-miss reporting and risk mitigation.
As experts warn the coronavirus spread needs to be taken seriously, prepare dispatch, EMS providers to identify the symptoms and communicate with public health officials
The video of a police officer who survived being hit by a train while pursuing a suspect provides an opportunity to review principles of situational awareness
In this episode, our co-hosts debate the recent attack of an FDNY paramedic by her partner on duty, and the underlying issues behind EMS assaults
EMT Jason Fait cleared of vehicular homicide after running red light and striking vehicle
Two paramedics, patient injured when ambulance rolled over on highway
Examining the benefits of night vision technology in HEMS operations
Leaders to discuss inherent dangers faced by medics, patients
FEMA could contribute more than $600,000 for blizzard bills
Quick discussion on the benefits of roundabouts for reducing the risks of intersection collisions
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