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I work (part time, per diem) at Transcare in Dutchess and yea, they don't hire unless you're 21 either. It mostly has to do with being able to drive. They need both partners to be able the drive the ambulance, that way one isn't being the EMT or medic all shift, while the other drives the whole time. I also believe that their insurance has a clause saying noone under 21 can drive company vehicles. Not absolutely positive on that one though.

Saw this is the NYTimes the other day.

http://www.nytimes.com/2005/11/13/nyregion/13firehouse.html

I agree, I was embarassed for them. I did, however, keep it on for the laugh factor.

I agree with LC968. I think that sometimes asking for an expedite helps volunteer organizations form crews with a little bit more of a sense of urgency. Instead of going 5 sets of tones for an EMT, one may come out on the first or second. Of course, I believe that the term should be reserved for extremely problematic cases and that everyone should assume due caution as usual. :wink:

looks good, but don't let the rec sec know you spelled her name wrong, she may come after you #-o

Ok, I withdraw everything I've said on this post. I must be wrong...or maybe I'm just too :rolleyes2: young and immature to understand.

We should remember that these people are in a very different place than putnam/westchester county, NY. What may be a good situation for them may seem really crazy to us here.

As for maturity, it isn't fair to say that all 16 years olds are immature and unable to handle these situations as adolescents are now forced to grow up much faster than times in the past.

Hey, nothing says he can't drive and the insurance company is going to cover him....therefore I say, why not? It's definitely a desperate move, but in doing so, they get to remain in operation.

In cases if EDP's it is important to know your own limitations. As a female FF/EMT, I know that I am not personally able to properly restrain a 200 lb male who is emotionally unstable and combative with the EMS crew. Use your resources. If there is a medical emergency, ask the PD to come in the ambulance with you. If there is no medical emergency, don't risk the protection of yourself and your crew, let the PD handle it.

There's nothing wrong with complementing your own dept. Too many times, good things go unrealized and members don't get recognized for achievements.

this is really disturbing....lock the bus before you go into the hospital!!!

Read the article in the paper this morning. Definitely not surprised. AED's within the first 5 minutes of the arrest is important, though nearly impossible to provide.

A great job by all crews on location. A tough extrication handled very well! =D>