Items Tagged with 'emergency response'

OSHA’s emergency response plan requirements emphasize the need for preparation before a storm hits, and recent history underscores why. 

Construction sites are at the top of the list of riskiest work environments. The presence of heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and challenging work conditions make construction sites hard to work in and stay safe. 

A common question for EMTs: Should we treat the patient on scene, or should we prepare them for transport?

Of all the public safety roles in society, EMS is often the most misunderstood. Here are answers to some common questions.

The training you provide may fulfill basic requirements, but does it equip your team members to make effective decisions during an emergency?

Are we doing enough to keep firefighters safe? No, we are not – but setting priorities and executing on requirements is easier said than done. 

Complex layers of heavy materials and technology make it dangerous to inhabitants and the planet when debris becomes pollution. 

Information Station Specialists announced that it is shipping the first of four of portable emergency advisory radio stations known as RadioSTAT Systems to Maui, Hawaii.

Disaster contingency planning helps offer clear instructions and an idea of how to react to sudden situations.

Does EMS know where to go once they reach your address? Even momentary delays can make the difference between a favorable outcome and a negative one in these situations.