Important Updates
Calkins Rd & East Hen Weekend Closure
For the next 3 weekends (Friday night through Monday morning), the intersection of Calkins and East Hen Rd will be closed for construction. We will be able to get through the intersection utilizing the parking lots on all four corners. However, this should be done only in an emergency and with extreme caution. The preference would be to utilize Middle Road to access locations south of the base and Hylan Drive for locations north. You may not be able to rely on mapping apps to get you to the... more
11/1 Bag Changes
Getting on the same page here for the upcoming bag changes on 11/1. Three vials of oxytocin moving into the ALS bag medication module. PO and liquid acetaminophen are going into the PRB / BLS bag med pouch. 60 drop sets are being removed from the ALS bag, these can be set aside for the SIM team. 02 max CPAP going in the PRB and cabinet. Current gopap CPAP can be saved as we can use the masks for bipap as the majority will not be able to be returned. Reach out to Capt Nelson... more
IV Pumps
We've purchased two additional IV pumps that are stored in the center supply room. Programming mirrors that of the ones in the ambulances, and the kit contains a charger with two full sets for medication administration. These pumps should be used for ALS transfers with more than one infusion or SCT transfers with > 6 infusions. Please let the Ops Officer know if you are grabbing them for a transfer.
SMH Traffic Flow
Please note the below changes affecting traffic near the main SMH entrance and ED/EMS Parking area starting 9/21, with additional change to traffic flow starting 10/9.
CHS Blood Program
We are excited to announce that, beginning today, CHS is officially carrying prehospital blood products. To our knowledge, CHS is the first and only ground EMS service in New York State currently carrying blood. This milestone represents an incredible amount of work, including extensive research, equipment acquisition, clinical preparation, and operational planning. We are extremely grateful to everyone who contributed their time, expertise, and effort to making this program a reality. The... more
ASAP UTV
Our new ASAP UTV “Ambulance” has arrived. This vehicle will be stored at the Henreitta base and utilized for standby events and patients with challenging accessibility such as paths, trails or during significant weather events. A trailer will be available to transport the vehicle over longer distances. While the vehicle will not be a state certified Ambulance, the planned equipment setup allows for rapid access to patients and transport to an ambulance or treatment area. The vehicle has more... more
Training & Education
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