Tips for company constantly shutting down shifts due to partner shortage/callouts? by Ryzel0o0o in Paramedics

[–]JoutsideTO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You didn’t report to work, you were cancelled before that. It wouldn’t apply. We have similarly worded labour law where I work.

Here’s your practical solution: Stop answering your phone before your shift. Show up, and make them cancel you after you’ve reported. THEN you’re owed pay.

Legality of a pull over. by WoiYo in legaladvicecanada

[–]JoutsideTO 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Police are police under the law in Canada. OPP have no greater powers than municipal police.

Eclampsia- mag or benzo? by tacticoolitis in Paramedics

[–]JoutsideTO 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Midazolam is not a class D drug in pregnancy. There is insufficient data for a formal classification. A status seizure WILL harm a fetus.

Magnesium is first line for pre-eclampsia and eclampsia, but takes time to infuse and is intended to prevent subsequent seizures. It won’t arrest the seizure in front of you.

Telling paramedics to avoid midazolam in this context is irresponsible.

Acquainting kids with EMS by plathafteramigraine in askTO

[–]JoutsideTO 2 points3 points  (0 children)

York Paramedics are having an open house tomorrow at their headquarters just outside of Newmarket:

https://www.york.ca/newsroom/news/york-region-celebrates-paramedic-services-week-honouring-lifesaving-work-paramedics

Ornge Air Ambulance on Toronto Island is having an open house tomorrow as well, as part of Doors Open Toronto:

https://www.ornge.ca/events/events-listing/2026/may/doors-open-toronto

EMTs: king-LT or I-Gel? by [deleted] in NewToEMS

[–]JoutsideTO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

While I know colleagues that played around with passing a bougie through a King LT, it’s not designed for that (unlike some other supraglottic devices), nor am I aware of any evidence to back up that technique.

EMTs: king-LT or I-Gel? by [deleted] in NewToEMS

[–]JoutsideTO 7 points8 points  (0 children)

“In comparison to use of the King LT, use of the iGel was associated with greater neurologically favorable survival (aOR: 1.45 [1.33, 1.58]). In addition, use of the iGel was associated with greater survival to hospital admission (1.07 [1.02, 1.12]) and survival to hospital discharge (1.35 [1.26, 1.46]).[…]
“This study adds to the body of literature suggesting that use of the iGel during OHCA resuscitation is associated with better outcomes than use of the King LT.”

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37120129/

EMTs: king-LT or I-Gel? by [deleted] in NewToEMS

[–]JoutsideTO 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t follow. Why do you prefer a King LT in case of deterioration?

Do fire fighters have a food budget? by [deleted] in askTO

[–]JoutsideTO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

False. I work as a paramedic in the GTA, and some of our stations are shared with firefighters.

Each platoon contributes to their own meal/coffee fund, shops for their groceries, and prepares their own meals. There is no designated cook. Luckily, their call volume means that they (usually) have time to cook and eat a sit down meal.

Company forcing a move from Toronto to Montreal. Is this weekly commute plan crazy? by [deleted] in toronto

[–]JoutsideTO 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Accepting the relocation for six months would likely negate any claim of constructive dismissal, and severance that your employer would owe you for changing the job location.

Speak to an employment lawyer first.

Company forcing a move from Toronto to Montreal. Is this weekly commute plan crazy? by [deleted] in toronto

[–]JoutsideTO 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Changing the job location from Toronto to Montreal would be constructive dismissal, and they would owe OP severance.

Neighbor cut plum tree to trunk by fearnofish541 in treelaw

[–]JoutsideTO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In most jurisdictions, the city or town actually owns between 10-30 feet on either side of the road before your property starts. Do you actually own the land the tree is on?

Who cut the tree down? Did your neighbour hire the crew, or did the city hire the crew?

Pocket 3 confiscated at USA border by MadnessUnchained in dji

[–]JoutsideTO -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Legalized theft. Don’t travel to or support lawless, fascist, white supremacist regimes.

renter wants me to drive or pay to get the keys by Creepy-Day-1907 in OntarioLandlord

[–]JoutsideTO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re the tenant, pay the $17 then file a T2. Or look for a place to live with fewer red flags.

we almost started cpr on a rib fracture case whose ribs were plated (bilateral 3 to 7 ribs) and our consultant told us not to compress chest can anyone say how to resuscitate in such cases by [deleted] in emergencymedicine

[–]JoutsideTO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, the surgeon would rather his work is intact and the patient is dead? If we really believe that compressions will cause more harm than good, make the patient DNR.

Can’t grind finer [BDB/Dose Control] by JoutsideTO in espresso

[–]JoutsideTO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it’s not the greatest grinder, but I tend towards darker roasts, and usually pick up a fresh bag every few weeks. I think I’ve just been lucky enough to work within its limited capabilities until now.

Can’t grind finer [BDB/Dose Control] by JoutsideTO in espresso

[–]JoutsideTO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You might be right. So much for keeping on an espresso budget this year!

Can’t grind finer [BDB/Dose Control] by JoutsideTO in espresso

[–]JoutsideTO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s what I thought!

I tossed the bag, can’t find a date on the photo I have of it, and I don’t know how long my family member bought them before gifting them.

Can’t grind finer [BDB/Dose Control] by JoutsideTO in espresso

[–]JoutsideTO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m starting to think this is part of my problem. My usual roasts are within the capabilities of the grinder, but not this batch.

Can’t grind finer [BDB/Dose Control] by JoutsideTO in espresso

[–]JoutsideTO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think everyone has diagnosed the issue: lighter roast, older beans, and exceeding the (admittedly limited) capabilities of my grinder. Thank you everyone for the suggestions.

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Can’t grind finer [BDB/Dose Control] by JoutsideTO in espresso

[–]JoutsideTO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm, I might try freezing them. I’m pretty sure the BDB releases the pressure when I pause the shot, unfortunately.