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Workplace fatality epidemic kills more than 50,000 in U.S. & Canada

Deadly workplaces are killing Canadians and Americans at an unprecedented rate, resulting in 42,882 occupational fatalities in the U.S. and 10,743 in Canada between 2000 and 2010.*

“This is unacceptable,” says Maryanne Pope, widow of Const. John Petropoulos, a Canadian police officer who succumbed to head injuries sustained after falling through an unmarked false ceiling on September 29, 2000.

“As John’s widow, I think one…

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Added by John Petropoulos Memorial Fund on February 3, 2012 at 4:05pm — No Comments

TEXAS EMS Conference Meet and Greet November 20 2011

Join us at Pete's Piano Bar in Austin to celebrate the Texas EMS Conference. http://www.petesduelingpianobar.com/ The guest list includes the Instruction Team from SSTI, and The Cypress Creek Advanced Tactical Team. Wren Nealy will be present to answer any questions about Tactical Medicine. PETES Piano Bar

Added by Paul Garcia on November 12, 2011 at 7:10pm — No Comments

Do the New Life Support Guidelines Mean I Have to Retake My ACLS Test? Questions and Answers

In 2010, the American Heart Association released new guidelines for first aid and life support courses. With a new set of ACLS modules and ACLS test questions, 2011 certification courses will have some distinct differences from those based on the 2005 guidelines. Does this mean that individuals certified under the 2005 guidelines need to recertify right now?

Michael Huckabee, PhD, PA-C,…

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Added by Rebecca Howard on October 7, 2011 at 2:41pm — No Comments

Ringtones or Wallpaper

LOOKING FOR GOOD EMS RING TONES OR WALLPAPER FOR CELL PHONE EMAIL ME AT vern_johnson63@yahoo.com WILL GIVE PHONE NUMBER

Added by Lavern F Johnson Jr on September 28, 2011 at 12:27pm — 1 Comment

ECG Interpretation and Practice, Practice, Practice

Do you think the time it takes to capture a 12-lead ECG is worth it? Would you argue that a lack of transmission capability or a limit in protocols means you can’t do much with an ECG? This episode will challenge that thinking and encourage you to learn more about the power of an ECG and how much you really can do at first patient contact.

One thing is clear, accurate and consistent ECG interpretation requires broader exposure to 12-leads and the training to recognize issues.…

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Added by CHEP inc. on September 26, 2011 at 11:25am — No Comments

Sirens In Personal vehicals

does anyone know about the law they are trying to pass in illinois where you can have a siren in your personal vehical.

Added by Lavern F Johnson Jr on September 21, 2011 at 9:19pm — No Comments

Three Reasons to Take Your PALS Course Online

Today, online learning options are available in nearly every field of study – and healthcare certification is no exception. Professionals looking to earn pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification or PALS recertification have the option of taking their PALS courses online. Before you decide whether or not…

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Added by Rebecca Howard on September 9, 2011 at 11:53am — No Comments

Looking for EMT-B jobs in the Cincinnati area

Hi, my names Desirae Stevens and I recently completed my EMT-B certification. I am ready to start working as soon as possible. I plan on getting my paramedic certification, but my classes don't start until Feburary. I really am determined to get a job so I can start getting some experience. If anyone knows of anywhere in the Cincinnati area hiring EMT-B please e-mail me at dcstevens12342@cincinnatistate.edu.

Thank,

Desirae

Added by Desirae Carna Stevens on August 26, 2011 at 9:18pm — No Comments

New ACLS Guidelines Launched in 2011

When it comes to saving lives, efficiency is key. In order to make sure that protocols for life-saving procedures are up to date, the American Heart Association evaluates existing guidelines and examines available research every five years in order to determine whether changes need to be made.

The most recent updates for advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), pediatric advanced life support (PALS), basic life support (BLS) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) were announced…

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Added by Rebecca Howard on August 2, 2011 at 1:40pm — No Comments

Jobs in cincinnati area?

My name is Donny Abner and I am a new EMT-B and wondering if anyone in the cincinnati area was hiring. Just let me know were to send my resume or contact me at doc_abner@yahoo.com. Looking to get some more experience while i'm in class for paramedic.

Thank you

Added by donny abner on July 31, 2011 at 4:10pm — No Comments

Life's Challenges that Stimulate Growth

The start of changes are the most difficult when the rut you have walked in is so deep and all you can see is the level of the ground. Now you look at that and say to yourself "I want out", so now you start thinking creatively about how you are going to climb your way out. What I have experienced in my life is to never give up know matter how much things and family go against your every effort to change the life style that everybody is used to seeing you live. Now that I have…

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Added by John Linn on April 6, 2011 at 11:16am — No Comments

Hybrid Paramedic Course designed for Military Medics

Recently I came across a company that offers a course that is so flexible a Military Medic could take this program and not have to worry about going over seas. The company is named STI and the Hosting company is Strategic Skills Training Institute. What does everyone think about Hybrid Courses.

Added by Paul Garcia on April 2, 2011 at 4:03pm — 1 Comment

Money what money?

What do you do when you trust someone with things of very importance and they let you down. Not only let you down but they got further as to steal. But I didn't want to believe that there was any stealing goi g on. I wanted to continue to believe that best of the person. I believed so much that I all but got myself into trouble.

The quick version of the story...I was in charge of the money coming in and out of the company..the other signature on the checks was the person one step up from… Continue

Added by anna m mills on February 8, 2011 at 12:32pm — No Comments

"EMS INDUSTRY"

I'm curious why in the US the term EMS Industry OR Business is employed rather than the proper term EMS PROFESSION . When one is making reference to Fire or Police the term is profession, not Industry. In canada the term Industry does not exist when making reference to those in our profession.

I think it is time the term industry be replaced by PROFESSION.

LBK

Added by Lynn B Klein on February 7, 2011 at 5:10pm — 1 Comment

Just a thought about cancer

I seen all the supports for breast cancer throughout not only this site but many places. I was just wondering does anyone think of any other kid of cancer?( unless your life has been touched by a different form). But I have noticed that so many people who lives have not been or have been all have pins supporting breast cancer. But honestly more people die from all different types of cancer some more of a death sentence if you get it then breast cancer. I'm not saying that I don't support breast… Continue

Added by anna m mills on January 29, 2011 at 3:26pm — 2 Comments

New ads urge drivers to yield to emergency responders

Stay alert behind the wheel and pull over when emergency vehicles approach. That’s the message from a series of new public service announcements (PSAs) from the John Petropoulos Memorial Fund (JPMF).

The print PSAs – which will be published in newspapers, magazines and online – depict an emergency vehicle in a driver’s side mirror, along with the words “Stay Alert” and “Pull Over.” They encourage drivers to yield the right of way to emergency vehicles that have their lights and sirens… Continue

Added by John Petropoulos Memorial Fund on November 3, 2010 at 3:21pm — No Comments

FD EMS SOP's

I am in process of writing SOP's, I need samples of Fitness Programs for Part time Paid Firefighter/EMT's. Please send to me if you have such in place! Thanx!

Added by Jennifer Ganson on October 28, 2010 at 4:30pm — 1 Comment

EMS Breast Cancer Support

Navy blue t-shirt with the EMS Star of Life..... Pink ribbon wrapping the cadusa.... This is a fund raiser shirt presented by Save The Boobies. All proceeds from sales will go to help fund breast cancer research and support. This shirt will have the large design on the back, and a small version on the front left breast. Thanks for the…

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Added by Ed Spa on September 23, 2010 at 11:00am — No Comments

Physio-Control University Powered by CentreLearn

Physio-Control University Powered by CentreLearn

Featuring a highly engaging format and extensive tools to help administrators monitor student progress, Physio-Control University delivers full-motion video, interactive exercises, self-tests, case studies and much more – plus accredited continuing education credit – all in an easy-to-schedule, affordable system.…

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Added by Jusup Lowry on August 12, 2010 at 1:00pm — No Comments