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Personal protective gear to protect EMS providers from attack
Implementing body worn cameras and body armor to support EMS safety strategy
Research Analysis: Preventing downstream consequences of EMS assaults
NAEMT’s National Survey of Violence Against EMS Practitioners identifies training gaps in EMS safety
How the first U.S. EMS agency adopted, implemented body cameras
Wren Nealy Jr., Cypress Creek EMS chief operating officer, relates how BWCs have contributed to personnel safety, QA/QI
FEMA issues guidance for hurricane response during pandemic
The guide aims to help public safety and public health officials adapt their disaster plans in light of COVID-19
Laid-off Calif. EMTs join medical investigation team
The team is tasked with interviewing COVID-19 patients and identifying their contacts
Implementing a training program to prevent EMS assaults
Learn how ATCEMS identified EMS training goals and implemented an assault reporting function to protect providers from violence
11 videos to help providers prevent violence, escalation
These videos from EMS1 columnists and contributors demonstrate how to predict scene safety, handle violent patient outbursts and how to maintain a…
Fla. paramedic admits to medication tampering, theft
The Suwannee County Fire Rescue paramedic has been charged with controlled substance possession and grand theft
NY governor promises death benefits for frontline workers
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said death benefits for firefighters, EMS providers and other frontline personnel who die from COVID-19 will come from local…
Australian ambulance service puts restrictions on intubation, nebulizers
New South Wales Ambulance has reportedly instructed its crews to avoid procedures that put them at risk of COVID-19 exposure
Texas EMS virus hotline helps triage emergency calls amid pandemic
Callers can discuss their symptoms with dispatchers to help determine whether transport is necessary
Inside a La. EMS’ virus strike team
The volunteer team of 22 paramedics exclusively handles calls involving confirmed or suspected COVID-19 cases