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.
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The firefighters were terminated after they were caught on camera and by a witness fighting each other on duty
Snohomish County, Washington, officials describe the EMS transport of the first confirmed 2019-nCoV patient in the U.S.
The union posted their concerns on social media and published an open letter suggesting possible solutions
A man opened fire inside the packed bus, killing a 51-year-old woman and wounding several others
Officials are considering the use of body cameras and ballistic vests after the most recent attack on an EMT and paramedic
Police say the man stuck the paramedic in the abdomen and ripped out an IV
Violence against first responders requires constant vigilance on the scene
The first-ever HIPAA settlement in EMS cost a service $65,000. What can be done to make sure your agency isn’t next?
Jacksonville Fire Capt. Latorrence Norris and Engineer Vincent Harper spoke publicly for the first time after being attacked by a patient
Three suspects were taken into custody after the apparently targeted drive-by shooting
The fire department is seeking permission from city council to arm paramedics who assist the SWAT team
The paramedics were responding to a medical call when the 911 caller reportedly assaulted them
The guidelines urge early notification of first responders if patients have possible symptoms of the virus
Fort Worth Firefighter-Paramedic Shonna Moorman says she’s facing a “very long recovery” and plans to campaign for highway safety for first responders
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 large piece of concrete was thrown through the rig’s window as it was traveling on the roadway
Paramedic Michael Bedner, a former colleague of fallen Paramedic Supervisor Matt Smelser, launched the online petition
Amrit Singh allegedly groped a female EMT during a medical transport from jail to a local hospital
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
Medics said the new schedule, which increases hours and implements a shift bidding system, will increase fatigue and risks to safety
Follow these going to bed tips to make sure you never oversleep and arrive late for your on-duty shift, training class or meeting
A police sergeant said fire and medical personnel helped work with victims and law enforcement to track down the suspect
The agency hopes to preserve roadway safety by running ambulances without lights and sirens when a patient’s injuries are not life-threatening
Authorities say the paramedic was left with a gash on the back of her head after her partner struck her with an electronic tablet
Police say the man threatened to kill first responders’ families, caused $1,000 of damage to the rig and briefly escaped from a police car window
Wheeling Hospital donated 12 vests worth about $9,000 to the Wheeling Fire Department
Roadway LODDs are tragic reminders of the importance of time, distance and shielding to reduce hot zone risk
The new ambulance includes a redesigned patient care area layout, injury-reduction features and climate control systems
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