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Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Monday, November 16, 2009
Brothers from Indianapolis Fire Department presenting the colors!
Indianapolis Colts vs New England Patroits
11/15/2009
Score Colts: 35 Patroits:34
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Study Evaluates Effectiveness of PALS Training - JEMS.com
Study Evaluates Effectiveness of PALS Training - JEMS.com: "This study reviews the effectiveness of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training in EMS providers by comparing PALS-trained and non-PALS-trained providers' abilities to perform advanced skills and evaluation of shock in pediatric patients. The researchers evaluated whether PALS-trained providers had superior outcomes in out-of-hospital pediatric resuscitation compared to their non-PALS-trained counterparts."
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Chemical Protective Clothing and Ensembles - NPPTL / NIOSH topic page
Chemical Protective Clothing and Ensembles - NPPTL / NIOSH topic page: "NIOSH’s Protective Clothing and Ensembles Program is aimed at protecting the skin from various health hazards that may be encountered in the workplace or during a terrorist attack. The program has evolved over the years to incorporate a broad range of studies of how chemicals seep through barrier materials, leak through small holes, or change the barrier material to reduce its protection.
In addition to field surveys of CPC performance, studies continue to examine ways to detect when chemicals have gotten inside chemical protective clothing (CPC), and how to effectively remove chemicals from protective clothing after it has been contaminated. Future efforts will incorporate advanced protective clothing technologies into fully-integrated, intelligent ensembles for fire fighters and emergency first responders."
In addition to field surveys of CPC performance, studies continue to examine ways to detect when chemicals have gotten inside chemical protective clothing (CPC), and how to effectively remove chemicals from protective clothing after it has been contaminated. Future efforts will incorporate advanced protective clothing technologies into fully-integrated, intelligent ensembles for fire fighters and emergency first responders."
Friday, November 13, 2009
FEMA Deputy to Raise Profile of EMS | Firehouse.com
FEMA Deputy to Raise Profile of EMS Firehouse.com: "There should be little doubt that the nation's emergency medical providers have a friend in a very high place.
Richard Serino, the newly appointed deputy administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), told a group of about 100 providers at a conference in New Hampshire that he fully intends to use newly acquired political clout to get more funding for emergency medical service.
FEMA has about $7 billion to give away annually, Serino told the gathered providers.
With that comment someone in the audience called out; 'How about sending some more to EMS?'
'Do you know what, I think I will,' Serino responded, noting that it was a priority on his list. His response drew spontaneous applause."
Richard Serino, the newly appointed deputy administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), told a group of about 100 providers at a conference in New Hampshire that he fully intends to use newly acquired political clout to get more funding for emergency medical service.
FEMA has about $7 billion to give away annually, Serino told the gathered providers.
With that comment someone in the audience called out; 'How about sending some more to EMS?'
'Do you know what, I think I will,' Serino responded, noting that it was a priority on his list. His response drew spontaneous applause."
"Detecting Biothreats in the Field: Practical Tips for the Company Officer
Event Date: 12/02/2009 02:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
Presented by: Armando S. Bevelacqua, District Chief of Special Operations, Orlando Fire Department
In the last several years, hazmat response has become a more significant part of many fire departments’ responsibilities. These low-frequency, high-risk incidents often challenge firefighters, company officers and command staff. The educational resources often presented are hazmat operations at the “30,000 foot level,” lacking the detail or practicality responders need. In this Webcast, Chief Bevelacqua will bring hazmat training down to the ground level, using real-life examples to demonstrate how any department, large or small, urban or rural, can respond effectively to hazmat calls. Topics covered will include:
Common hazmat calls that departments across the country—not just in population-dense urban areas—must be prepared for.
Risk Based Response Approach toward an incident: Steps for proper identification and assessment of a potential bio attack.
Equipment, technology and education that can aid first responders with identifying biothreats at the incident scene.
Tactical tips for responding to hazmat calls, from basic (little or no specialized resources) to complex (the “latest and greatest” resources)."
FREE WEBCAST
Event Date: 12/02/2009 02:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
Presented by: Armando S. Bevelacqua, District Chief of Special Operations, Orlando Fire Department
In the last several years, hazmat response has become a more significant part of many fire departments’ responsibilities. These low-frequency, high-risk incidents often challenge firefighters, company officers and command staff. The educational resources often presented are hazmat operations at the “30,000 foot level,” lacking the detail or practicality responders need. In this Webcast, Chief Bevelacqua will bring hazmat training down to the ground level, using real-life examples to demonstrate how any department, large or small, urban or rural, can respond effectively to hazmat calls. Topics covered will include:
Common hazmat calls that departments across the country—not just in population-dense urban areas—must be prepared for.
Risk Based Response Approach toward an incident: Steps for proper identification and assessment of a potential bio attack.
Equipment, technology and education that can aid first responders with identifying biothreats at the incident scene.
Tactical tips for responding to hazmat calls, from basic (little or no specialized resources) to complex (the “latest and greatest” resources)."
FREE WEBCAST
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