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.
EMS lift assists on the rise
What you need to know about lift assist devices, risks, patient assessment and fall prevention
Is your department ready to launch a natural disaster response amid reduced staffing and backup systems?
Learn the facts about dry drowning, the symptoms, and how to keep your child safe
American Medical Response has placed the DeKalb County medic on administrative leave
As an employer, the pressure is on to captivate the workforce and stand out in a competitive job market
Current challenges, issues and solutions common to both U.S. and Australia EMS, including hospital handovers and lights and siren responses
The EMT bonded out of jail after only 37 minutes. “What kind of message are we sending?” asked Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings.
The Life Force helicopter was severely damaged, and all aboard were transported to hospitals
The Annapolis FD medic has been accused of making inaccurate statements about why patient Renardo Green was in a prone position
If approved, naloxone would be available for free in many places, and first responders would be empowered to distribute naloxone kits to the public
IAFF Local 42 leaders said that other Kansas City FD employees had similar physical altercations with patients or residents and were not disciplined or terminated
11 people have died on planes owned and operated by Guardian Flight
The charges stem from an incident in which a paramedic was attempting to administer naloxone
“He was not taking medication, he did not want to take medication and he didn’t think he was mentally ill,” said Bellevue’s director of forensic psychiatry
Animal bites and envenomations pose some interesting challenges to EMS providers
The EMS providers on board were transporting a patient
Michigan EMS leaders share the challenges in locating, extricating and transporting victims of snowmobile crashes
The vehicle made an 8-foot by 12-foot hole in the Cleveland building and caused heavy damage on the inside
Motorsports safety initiatives include detailed plans and evolving technology
Prosecutors at Jose Gonzalez’s trial used his 2017 interview with police as his testimony
Hundreds of law enforcement officers and about 200 firefighters will be on hand, and two emergency medical tents will be in place
Officers said that Juan Hernandez “was uncooperative with medical staff” and “was using foul language and making racial slurs”
Our co-hosts discuss the week’s top stories and how providers can positively impact the EMS industry during their career
Jose Gonzalez’s trial began Wednesday, nearly six years after Yadira Arroyo’s death
Enhanced visibility, compact storage and easy deployment make the old familiar new again, while improving safety for emergency responders
Justin Chalmers Nevius pleaded guilty to three charges last month
Councilman Joseph Borelli plans to add language to the bill that would require the FD to replace aging vests as the protective material deteriorates
A convicted offender could face up to 180 days in jail and a fine of up to $1,000
Both Osage Ambulance District employees were properly restrained and able to get out afterward
Takeaways from the 90-plus posters on display at this year’s National Association of EMS Physicians annual meeting
According to the charges, the man grabbed the EMT’s thigh despite being strapped to a gurney during transport — all in front of a police officer
The car’s driver and the patient being transported were flown to a hospital
Mavin Timothy Campbell is accused of kicking, hitting and trying to bite the providers before fleeing on foot
