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The only issue is you really cannot control people at all and I know from experience that if you keep saying to save the ambulance for real emergencies you will have so many cases go under the cracks specifically things without any presenting symptoms but the person just doesn't feel right and will brush it off till their next appt. Unless there is something we can do on the operational or personnel there won't be a solution if we leave in the public hands.

the zoo was a typo I apologize about that I was typing on my phone. and I also am not a buff in which I just listen to scanners. I have done a bit of EMS research and I see things from lots of different angles. In a medical emergency insurance pays for the ambulance is some cases and in some agencies they work with you work with the people to make payments if they don't have the money. My biggest confusion is why does FDNY*EMS transport people who are going to clinic appointments. yes I say you must be objective but if that clinic appt taxi is the true problem, this is a direct question because you know the operational procedure more than me, why isn't there a system in place to screen this kind of thing and honestly how many of calls were that?

But in all honesty wouldn't you say that the zoo FDNY EMS is over trained because I can say that the only difference between nyc and anywhere else is volume and even everyone's emergency is heard and I rather an ambulance there that takes them tithe hospital for a fever than some kid breaking into a seizure in the back of a cab. Don't downplay people's emergencies because that cut in their finger could've been from a rusty nail and they can't afford a taxi to hospital it goes untreated and they get really sick. If you really care about the people I am happy that I show up and check on someone with the most minor thing is on one hand it's another evaluation for me to do and being that EMTs can't diagnosis there can be endless things wrong with them. I guarantee in systems like the FDNY the little guy gets over looked especially EDPs but everyone deserves to get checked out regardless of how subjective the injury bring that we should be objective parties. I fully support a quality component and I promise you I know it will work out. Because once it's done people will just deal with it and the public won't know the difference they will just be glad that someone came to their rescue.

See thats another systematic problem. I am not saying replace I am saying add. I understand that these jobs need to be kept but I think that by bringing back the ambulances and popping a qualified EMT crew in it will alleviate the strains on the 911 system. But the key is not to take advantage of this opportunity to start reducing the paid staff but instead supplement it with unpaid. In reality it may not work but the reason it won't work are entirely because of the who gets what not a focus on patient care. That right there is the problem in its entirety.

I am just applying the fact that many of the people on this forum and EMTs who started from the poop end of the stick to become the amazing knowledgeable EMS providers they are today. All EMTs right out of school should be able to handle any call. I am not saying execute it perfectly but they should be able to stabilize and transport and work with their partner to make sure there is not underlying issues. If this is a issue of a system that can't handle the call volume why is the debate of overtime coming up. I guess lining people pockets are more important than freeing up a system to make sure people having a heart attack aren't waiting 40 minutes for a ambulance or a ambulance crew is sleeping off somewhere and had to get called multiple times before a response. I am not saying to lower the quality. I am saying take the ready and eager volunteer EMTs. Train them to you standard because they already spent 17 weeks learning how to save lifes and at least 36 hours on the road. I don't see how your concerns make this a bad idea because the majority of EMTs know their stuff we aren't looking for ER docs on the road just people who will volunteer their time to alleviate the system. The system is broken and this will save money and fix. All they have to do is make all those buses that they replaced road worthy again. Then sit back and (as along as the 911 center doesn't screw up) watch those response times drop like no bodies business. Am I saying anything wrong PEMO3

What if the FDNY had an auxiliary component of EMTs who want to get their experience up to be able to get into a commercial service and have them go on the low priority calls while the medics, rescue medic and haz techs go on the hi priority calls. The only difference would be in the training because you wont go through the FDNY*EMS academy but a shorter modified training program but you'll wear the same uniform and you will not get paid. Anyone see anything wrong with this idea?

Didn't Zimmerman hang up on the dispatcher and proceed "observing" but not reporting. I can understand following a group of teens but one person walking really does not seem suspicious and I guess that was how the dispatcher felt and did not take the call as high of a priority. To make a bad EMD anology. GZ was calling like it was a potential heart attack when it was just a strained chest muscle. I wish the dispatcher said "wait and meet the police at the entrance of the gated community so we can investigate this incident" just so this all would not have transpired

Scene safe. If someone does not feel safe as an emd for my vac I tell them stay where they are if its safe and wait for help to arrive not to move around and play Joe Investigator. There is alot of liability on the part of a dispatcher because telling or neglecting to tell someone something can cause alot of issues. I think if the the dispatcher had not told Zimmerman not to follow he would have been charged with negligence in acivil suit because you can clearly hear zimmerman following martin.

I was wondering if anyone could tell me more about the two opportunities of Technical Rescue Team and Medical Reserve Corp. I am currently an EMT but I want to give back to my county community more than just occupying space. I just want to get more information about it especially if you are in it. Thanks guys.

I already read all the websites. I wanted a different perspective of it like first hand

I'm in

Call him what he is but he is human. No one complains when a "important politician" dies and they get all types of taxpayer security measures. So why complain now. If you are going to talk about a controversial topic please do so in a professional manner with respect for the dead. I do think that the necessary LEOs needed should be paid by their jurisdiction so if the FBI is needed the feds pay, if state police help out the state pays and if the locality uses their cops on OT, they pay. It is a decision the department made. Thank is my last piece, I am not here to argue just to have thought provoking discussion.

But what about the concept that the funeral home pays taxes so what prevents them of using the police for their businesses safety. I understand everyone's blatant hatred for the man but that doesn't mean everything associated with him must suffer. Some people happen to have hearts and feel that everyone good or bad deserves a proper burial same way people in EMS treat people good or bad to help them survive. I think that the city should take on the momentary burden and if there is a true threat get the FBI and such involved just to ensure the protesting outside is done in a manner that is safe. You guys need to be more rational and stop being terrorist bashers showing how closed minded you all are.

My department we have turnout coats, heavy duty gloves, we also have a helmet with a visor and a cloth that covers the back of the neck area. We also have safety goggles if needed.

Was out in Hackensack and a bunch of Hackensack EMS guys and gals were getting some dinner at a pizza shop. The one closest went on a call shortly after. These look like rigs 194 and 191 I believe. Wish I could have gotten a better picture but I was on the run.

What up with all the fires in Mount Vernon though. I feel like slowly but surely houses are just being wiped out.

The thing that confuses me about the logistics that all of the manually operated train systems in many countries with this system this place disprove that as an issue. I think it is a great idea. 1. It improves straphanger safety with such a long population of NYers with mental illness, racist tendancies like the woman from the other day, suicidal people. This improvement takes alot of liability off of the MTA's hands significantly. 2. Track safety will be greatly improved and the cleanliness of the tracks will increase now that there is no direct access to the tracks. If you belong there you will have access otherwise you won't. This would be a great investment. The installation and purchase of these devices can stimulate job growth and support local industry. This is definitely a smart move. Now to keep the stations and the trains looking sharp and keeping employees motivated.

There was a FDNY unit there?

These are the volunteer units. There is also Aero ambulance service that I know of. Anyone else know of any other paid services that service that area?

Is this course obsolete? Being phased out? What are the educational requirements time wise compared to a EMT-B cert because I know a EMT-I refresher is only 37 hours, Hope you guys can help!

Thanks guys! I appreciate the input it was very helpful. Do you think the VAC in the area would be succeptive to a young guy trying to do EMS research with their vac and pt. As the subjects

Do you know who covers that area currently of Pelham Manor, New Rochelle, Larchmount and Mamaroneck. Like in simple words its a VAC but I want to ultimately take it a step further to be utilized for research in EMS etc. etc. and ALS would be as most VAC do by a paid medic or we could be strictly BLS and call in for ALS so we can start pt. care and head towards the hospital in a serious case and have a rendezvous en route or hopefully in most cases they meet us on scene and we transfer care to them. Thats what we do up in Syracuse, NY with the university ambulance.

Lower Westchester like servicing the areas of mt vernon yonkers pelham manor new rochelle maybe even larchmount and mamaroneck since they are small towns along 95. Also where can I get info about call statistics ? as in how many calls a year wait times between call taken and ambulance arrival

Hey Guys, I wanted to know the process in creating and supplying a new VAC. I also wanted to know a estimated time frame. I also would like to know if any of you guys have taken on such a task. Do you guys think starting a new VAC in Westchester is plausible? Thanks for your input guys. Also if anyone has ever started a VAC before please let me know.

This is exactly what they teach you not to do in CEVO class. You dont want to fly through a light because an ambulance is not safe in a accident and by the looks of this crash at least 3 more ambulances are needed to tend to all the injuries. I feel if your driving a ambulance and blowing lights. Your just being selfish and not thinking of the consequences. DUE REGARD! some people need to etch that with definition into their mind. And always cover the breaks in an intersection. Also @ckroll the strecther kind of expected to fall loose because its only meant for lateral forces to prevent it from flying out the back and it really is only secured at three points the guides in the front that hold the two wheels and the lock at the side. During a roll over with such force its bound to fly a bit.