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.
Resources to dispel three myths about hot response to improve clinician, patient and community safety
From gathering necessities to understanding the hazards once the winds have ceased, these seven steps will ensure your community is prepared for a major storm
EMS lift assists on the rise
What you need to know about lift assist devices, risks, patient assessment and fall prevention
The resolution seeks to clarify the collaboration between police and EMS when a patient is irrational, combative and extremely violent
Move with purpose to prevent an apparatus crash, slip or fall, and protect the patient from increased discomfort
Hypothermic patients, multi-systems trauma and slippery scenes present difficult decision-making challenges for rescuers
The Air Evac Lifeteam Bell 206 helicopter crashed while en route to pick up a patient, killing all three members aboard
The critical thinking behind every EMS call
A public showcase featuring controlled locomotive collisions promotes railroad safety
Change isn’t always a comfortable process, but it’s essential in order to stay relevant – and safe
A KSHB-TV reporter was grazed in the arm by flyaway metal
Safety in the U.S. goes beyond just crime rates — so which cities offer peace of mind?
When it comes to educating the public, nothing beats a catchy slogan
Become familiar with the signs associated with date rape drugs like Ketamine, GHB and Rohypnol, and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim
EMS providers will be called upon to mitigate the effects of bombings and other incidents involving the use of explosive devices
Nurses and paramedics in Philadelphia have reported rising incidents of verbal and physical abuse
Communicating with law enforcement and following these clinical guidelines will help to keep patient safety first and foremost
The National Distracted Driving Coalition encourages drivers to activate phone settings that block notifications while driving to reduce crashes caused by distraction
A Philadelphia medic is listed in serious condition after being attacked by a patient during transport
Steve Whitehead shares some important evaluation signs
How to navigate the opioid funding landscape to secure resources for opioid abatement, reimbursement and remediation expenses
FEMA confirmed that some work was put on hold as authorities investigated the threats
The San Antonio union president urged firefighters and medics to “keep your heads on a swivel and watch your six” after the arrests of Venezuelan gang members
Try these tips to make seat belt use in the patient care compartment just as normal as your personal vehicle
Eye protection is essential PPE for EMS providers to protect against disabling eye injury
We owe it to ourselves and our families to understand and use the PPE designed to protect us from line of duty injury or death
Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, a grandparent or a beloved babysitter, these items will give you peace of mind
This phrase has an amazing ability to get people in the middle of an angry rant to stop, listen, and reframe their argument
Firefighters, EMS providers, police and other public safety workers often pursue relatively risky pastimes that can impact their work as well as their families
Improve safety for you, your crew, your patient and your community with these simple strategies anyone can implement
Over 50 search teams are deployed across Western North Carolina, rescuing stranded residents after flooding from Hurricane Helene made most roads impassable
Multiple agencies in Florida, Georgia, Alabama and the Carolinas are working around the clock to rescue those trapped by flooding
A Fort Worth woman first called 911 to say she had fallen several days ago and called again saying she would shoot anyone entering
