Call the Cops The 27th Most Trusted Site in Public Safety
A recent study by the Boothill foundation found that for most communities having EMS workers trained to the level of paramedic is not necessary.
Read More »Scientific study finds Paramedics unnecessary, layoffs imminent
In honor of EMS week frequent flyer drives self to hospital
Amy Oddham loves the EMTs and Paramedics in her city. She loves them so much she makes a point to see them once every other week. Typically for what nothing more than an ALS Taxi ride to the local ER
Read More »Ambulance Drivers upset they were not included in Presidential proclamation
At a press conference to kick off EMS week this week, the president made a proclamation complementary of Paramedics and EMTs. His speech did not include certified ambulance drivers.
Read More »EMT fired for driving 95MPH in Ambulance that governs out at 70MPH
Wayne Brothers EMS recently fired EMT Shirley Muldowney. The reason for her termination was said to be excessive speed. According to Muldowney the ambulance has a governor so it is impossible for her to have gone as fast as management ...
Read More »Hypocrite EMT angers co-workers by demanding transport via ambulance for minor injury
EMT Jonny Languens received a broken pinky and ring finger overnight on duty. Much to the dismay of his co-workers the EMT demanded transport to the ER via an ambulance.
Read More »Local Coffee Shops block Neflix access on WiFi, EMT Moral hit all time low
Over the last two weeks EMS crews have reported that WiFi access at most coffee shops has become restricted. While they can still access Facebook, and ESPN, crews are reporting they have no access to streaming video services.
Read More »EMS director clueless as to why social media campaign is not going viral
Joe Miller director of Northline EMS had for years resisted allowing his service to have a social media presence. Last week after attending a social media workshop at a local community college, Miller changed his mind.
Read More »Police officer ashamed his son became an EMT
Officer Stanly Wojciehowicz is a long time veteran police officer from the 12th precinct. Known as Wojo to his friends he has always been a dedicated father to his twins, a boy named James, and a girl Kate
Read More »EMS to take pro-active role, Posted Ambulances to serve as walk up clinics
Public Safety has always be a re-active service. People call 911 and first responders react to the call. But a new program in select cities will make EMS become a pro active service in healthcare and wellness of citizens
Read More »Ambulance District to Start Frequent Flyer Rewards Program
Earlier this week, Springwood County Ambulance District of Springwood, Ohio announced plans to start a frequent flyer rewards program for patients who often place calls in for emergency and transport to nearby treatment facilities
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