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I'm surprised this hasn't been discussed on here... I feel that the chiefs were wrong and they brought a HUGE liability on themselves if something were to go wrong. I feel that this drill was unacceptable because of all of the FF deaths that we have been having lately responding to and from emergencies. Not to mention the amount of apparatus crashes that have been publicized lately. http://www.connpost.com/ci_12282317?IADID=...ww.connpost.com

Does anyone know how much a set of Wildland gear is?

Im there

Date: Monday, April 27, 2009, 1:50 PM To: All County EMS, Fire and First Responder Agencies From: Michael Volk, Chief, EMS & Communications Re: Swine Flu Information Date: April 27, 2009 Swine Flu Information: As you know there have been cases of swine influenza detected throughout the United States, including New York City. Swine flu is a contagious airborne (droplet) transmitted respiratory infection. EMS agencies and first responders should take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and prevent transmission. The following outlines key strategies for EMS agencies (including Fire Department first responders) to implement for protection of their members. Agency Chief Officers and Administrators: * Raise awareness of all members and staff * Monitor the news and websites(below) for the latest information. * Assure the appropriate respiratory protection equipment (N95) and cleaning supplies are available on all vehicles and to all patient care providers. Those who provide Direct Patient Care: * Be alert when dispatched to EMS requests for respiratory distress, reports of a sick person and fever related calls. * Perform initial interview of all patients from at least 2 meters (6.5 feet) away to determine if personal protective equipment (N95, gloves, etc.) precautions are necessary. * Place a mask on all patients with suspected influenza symptoms before approach. Use a surgical mask or non-rebreather mask (when oxygen is required). * Whenever droplet producing procedures are utilized, including nebulizers, bag valve-mask, suctioning or intubation crew members shall wear the appropriate respiratory protection equipment (N-95 mask). If bag-valve-masks are needed, use BVMs with HEPA filters if possible. * Alert receiving hospital personnel of the possibility of an infectious patient as soon as possible. Hold suspected infectious patients in the ambulance until their destination in the hospital is known, rather than having to wait at a nursing station or ED hallway. * Thoroughly wash you hands with warm water and soap following any patient contact.. * Perform a thorough cleaning of the stretcher and all equipment that has come in contact with or been within 2 meters (6.5 feet) with an approved disinfectant, upon completion of the call following CDC interim guidelines for cleaning EMS transport vehicles (www.pandemicflu.gov/plan/healthcare/cleaning_ems.html). This includes airing out the patient compartment and disinfecting the cab interior. EG: Steering wheel, seat belts, door handles, crab rails, etc. * Stay home if you are sick. The Department of Emergency Services is working closely with the County Department of Health and will attempt to keep EMS agencies and other emergency response organizations notified of any updates. Additional information regarding Swine Flu is made available by the New York State Department of Health at http://www.health.state.ny.us/diseases/com...enza/seasonal/s wine_flu/index.htm. Michael Volk, Chief EMS & Communications Division Westchester County Dept. of Emergency Services 4 Dana Road Valhalla, NY 10595-1548 Buss.: 914-231-1684 Fax: : 914-231-1698 email: mkv1@westchestergov.com <mailto:mkv1@westchestergov.com> web: www.westchestergov.com/emergserv <http://www.westchestergov.com/emergserv>

I know that YPD does a lot of community involvement programs such as DARE etc. Does the county police have community outreach programs like that?

How would this decision effect hiring practices?

yeah I used to pass it all the time going to West Point

I know that Montour (sp) Falls is doing a FF1 this summer. Does anyone know of one any closer during the summer?

Personally I'm not a fan of the front mounted pump panels. Kinda awkward looking.

Awesome

Yeah it is Greg. I've never seen this before does anyone know the advantages and disadvantages to this?

Somers: 2441- Ed Byrnes (again) 2442- John Meeker 2443- Mike Cyrulik

RIP

I love this show. For anyone with Netflix they have the seasons on there.

Try m.ked281.com on your smart phone. Works great.

C'mon C'mon by the Von Bondies I think that is the song you are thinking of.

A diploma or GED isn't required?

wow imagine driving by and seeing that. I wouldn't even know what to think.

Awesome pictures thanks for sharing

What is the reason behind you guys wearing blue? Tradition?

117471 Good luck with a great cause.

I know we have discussed it before on here. What are your prefferences with regards to pump panel locations? I've only used a side mount but I have been doing some reading on top mounted and rear mounted panels. So what do you think or prefer? I feel that there are a lot of pro's and con's to all 3.

Good audio. Very good job by the dispatchers they were very calm and proffessional the whole time.

That is so sad. RIP to the dead... and Prayers to the family and friends including everyone who responded to the scene.

Does anyone know the more strenuous regimen he was doing? How was this compared to the others?