Scene Safety

  • Case Review: Mystery Stick

    When a dirty needle turns one patient into two, crews get a reminder that bloodborne illnesses require careful cleanup.

    Article • March 1st, 2012

  • Planning for Demonstrations, Protests and Civil Unrest

    Occupy put us on notice. What should we know?

    Article • February 22nd, 2012

  • EMS Jacket with Bloodborne Pathogen Protection EM01

    With bloodborne pathogen protection and a waterproof-breathable design, this is truly the Rolls-Royce of EMS Jackets. This jacket comes equipt with a convenient radio pocket and plenty of cargo pockets for extra storage. The outer shell fabric is a...

    Product • January 31st, 2012

  • Cruisin’ for a Bruisin’: Violence Stalks Canadian Medics

    A recent investigation into workplace violence against Canadian paramedics found more than 26% of respondents had experienced physical abuse on the job within the last year.

    Article • January 26th, 2012

  • Recognizing and Defusing Aggressive Patients

    Violence against EMS providers is a serious issue; here's how you can minimize your risk of becoming a victim

    Article • November 1st, 2011

  • Call to Arms

    Is it time for EMS providers to start packing?

    Article • October 25th, 2011

  • Wise Company, Inc.

    EMS seating, bases, cushions and SoftEdge trim systems.

    Company • September 12th, 2011

  • Smile for the Camera

    Cities can use video surveillance systems for both security and dispatch information that alerts first responders to an unsafe scene

    Article • June 30th, 2011

  • Mydent International

    The DEFEND brand, manufactured by Mydent International, is a broad line of infection control products, disposables, impression material systems and preventatives for the healthcare marketplace.

    Company • June 24th, 2011

  • Prodaptive Medical Innovations, Ltd.

    Prodaptive Medical was formed to develop and market solutions to problems and shortcomings in equipment used in the medical field both prehospital and in-house. The partnership of two well seasoned emergency care providers with overlapping areas of...

    Company • June 7th, 2011

  • Self Protection

    Selecting the proper type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is important to protect healthcare workers from exposure to contaminated patients. This DVD program, part of Hospital First Receiver, explains about the different choices in PPE and the...

    Product • June 3rd, 2011

  • Tactical Scene Safety: Part 2

    The highest priority on any call is safety, which is accomplished through compliance and maintained with total scene control

    Article • May 27th, 2011

  • Eclipse SX 3-in 1-System Jacket

    The Gerber Eclipse SX 3-in-1 System jacket has an innovative blood born pathogen impervious outer shell material and a removable soft shell liner jacket that can be worn separately. The Eclipse SX is highly visible with its ANSI 107 Level 3...

    Product • May 24th, 2011

  • Extrication Wrap

    Protecto Wrap Company Protecto Extrication WrapRescue Tape includes an easy peel edge tab to make it easier to deploy in the field. The Rescue Tape is a high-performance, self-adhering membrane that protects first responders as well as collision...

    Product • May 16th, 2011

  • Protecto Wrap

    Company • May 16th, 2011