NJMedic

The PA had a position of ARFF chief posted a few moths ago. They now have a posting for captains. https://pastaff.panynj.gov/psc/applicant/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL

Both look like re-badged Sprinter. I've seen Sprinter bodies with crew seating and a utility body that could be converted with little trouble into a chief's vehicle or a mini-pumper or light rescue

Shooter went to the hospital, is now in PD/FBI custody. TSA agent shot and killed.

Who provides ARFF at Stewart Airport?

There are no non-hospital based Paramedic providers in New Jersey. I've heard MONOC was going to be a bid in but I don't think MONOC has the juice to take Jersey City on and would love to see their bid package (good luck seeing that).

Sorry to report the City of Mount Vernon has a idiot for a Mayor. Mayor Ernest Davis dismissed Thomas’ criticisms, saying the Buildings Department has four inspectors who walk through structures on an as-needed basis. He said the department has never had a routine inspection program. Asked if the Fire Department is adequately staffed, he said, “Absolutely.” Two firefighters staffing the first due engine is a disaster in the making.

Do you think that someone would b**** if their $2 million McMansion burns down or grandpa dies because no ambulance shows up. Regionalize the response. Five towns of that generate 200 calls a year can be combined into 1 department that handles 1000 calls a year.

Here in New Jersey........ Same issues as Westchester or any where else that has bee staffed by volunteers. The NJ Department of Health, Office of EMS had a company (major player but can't remember the name) and do a study of EMS in NJ. One in a long list of "studies" on EMS in New Jersey. Municipalities have no mandate to provide EMS unlike law enforcement or fire services. One recommendation coming out of the study was giving municipalities the responsibity for proving EMS, 24 hours a day. The State and Assembly drafted legislation which passed both house at the state capital but vetoed by Chris Christie. Apparenlty he realized that assuring EMS delivery across New Jersey was going to cost money. So the budget prevailed and human suffering prevailed. And the volunteers got there way once again.

I would call that a "winshield size up" I would usually give a 360 degree size up even on EMS responses because while the dispatcher might not care, others listening might.

I my area a "working fire" would indicate just that, didn't matter if it was a car, house, strip mall, dumspter (don't laugh, a 40 cubic yard dumpster was one of the hardest fires I ever fought), high rise. To me a sructure fire would mean a working fire in a my area would typically mean a 2.5 story wood frame structure. Any thing other then a 2.5 wfd would usually be get a description added...."a working fire on the 24 story of a concreate multi family dwelling". There really is no standard radio standard around here but people usually get the point across.

Ever hear of the expression “where there is smoke there’s …………! I think you have reason to worry. At best I would try to have a sit down and ask the chief and 2nd Assistant chief and see if they are willing to disclose what they feel the problems are and what dangers they foresee if you take the position.

NJ at Long Beach Medical Center. Through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact, New York State requested elements of the NJ EMS Task Force / Hackensack University Medical Center's Mobile Satellite Emergency Department to assist with a long-term recovery operation in Long Beach, New York (Nassau County). This mission objective is to provide temporary, limited emergency department services to Long Beach Medical Center,which was severely compromised as a result of Superstorm Sandy. The current mission length is 14 days, possibly as long as 6 months. This deployment request consists of one (1) Mobile ED - a 43' trailer with expandable sides and one (1) Mobile OR to be used as additional Treatment space. The Mobile ED is equipped to function as an emergency trauma department with Cardiac Monitoring, Defibrillation, Ultrasound, IV Pumps, Ventilators, Suction, Oxygen, high flow infusion, X-Ray, Lab, pacing, Cardioversion, suturing, formulary, medical supplies and carries a supply of potable water, contains a grey water tank and has an onboard generator capable of 72 hrs operation on one tank of diesel fuel. The Mobile OR will be used as additional ED Treatment Space. MSED also includes logistical support. In addition, several EMSTF and MSED support vehicles/trailers and personnel will be on site providing the necessary infrastructure to maintain the operation.

5-11 for comfort but I can't understand why EMS staff want to blouse their pants. Must don't even know why its done or do it correctly.

The only two companies I know of that have a formal relationship with FDNY are Richmond Engine 1 and Oceanic, both on Staten Island. Both companies can be found on the SI radio and I include on the box alarms for their areas.

Here in NJ we have the ability to get prioirty fueling at Hess Station for marked emergency vehicles. Three national guard units are proving fuel to marked emergency vehicles. Our lola Raceway stations has been provifing a dedicated lane to marked emergency vehicles. We have had no problem getting fuel for marked emergency vehicles. Might have to look a little harder but as more gas stations get power restoed the better the stuation should become. My town had power restored thsi evening. Many gas stations are now pumping. Better yet I have lights and heat for the first time since Monday evening.