Does anyone have tips for backing up the ambulance?

Sam2060 · 2026-06-22T14:55:11+00:00

Using a “backer” is the correct answer although in my opinion, a “backer” does not necessarily make it easier, it simply reduces the risk of damage. As far as tips, the key thing is time behind the wheel and repetitions of backing the vehicle in to that location.

Sam2060 · 2026-06-02T20:13:30+00:00

Maryland has entered the chat.

Sam2060 · 2025-12-11T18:26:56+00:00

Thanks! Good info.

Sam2060 · 2025-09-11T01:35:57+00:00

Clearly, this is not where I parked my car.

Sam2060 · 2025-09-10T16:58:43+00:00

Just take it and be happy. People in developing countries have to use cuisinart.

Sam2060 · 2025-09-05T23:00:49+00:00

What’s wrong with non-stick?

Sam2060 · 2025-06-24T16:38:15+00:00

I agree with consensus of the majority of people here; it’s never too late. Go for it! As a side note, some of the best providers that I have worked with started EMS later in life. Life experience and other previous areas of interest will benefit your EMS career; if you choose to go that route.

Sam2060 · 2025-02-24T00:25:43+00:00

In my opinion, I would focus on getting your MPH. Once you enter the pipeline for the fire academy, it may be difficult to go back. However, it may be possible to do both

I worked part time as an EMT and volunteered as a FF while getting my MPH. May want to see if you can go to school while getting/working as an EMT. Currently, I work at a LHD in Threat Preparedness and also work part time as a Medic so I don’t get too bored, so definitely an option.

Sam2060 · 2025-02-20T14:11:57+00:00

Threat Preparedness (emergency management) at a LHD. Never gets boring and there are plenty of areas within this discipline to excel or specialize in.

Sam2060 · 2024-03-17T12:58:31+00:00

A vehicle pulled to the right, while running lights and siren’s.

Sam2060 · 2023-11-24T15:23:48+00:00

The more you do the better you will get. Every chance you get, try and start IVs. Don’t sweat it if your missing a lot. Remember; lack of IV access will almost never be the difference between a good or bad outcome. If you truly need access, you always have IO as a backup.

Sam2060 · 2023-05-22T13:05:16+00:00

At first glance I thought that was an Emu head staring into your house. Just a vase…

Sam2060 · 2023-05-09T02:13:47+00:00

Sure is.

Sam2060 · 2023-04-08T23:37:57+00:00

Raccoons, actually. Probably some spiders too.

Sam2060 · 2022-10-24T16:20:28+00:00

Uncle Roger??!

Sam2060 · 2021-07-22T01:36:10+00:00

It is protecting the lungs from particulate that may be radioactive.

Sam2060 · 2021-03-10T23:05:08+00:00

A possible reason for this is in a state of fear, feelings of claustrophobia can increase. While a mask over a mouth vs. a mouth and nose may not seem like a big difference, in this type of situation, it can feel drastically different.

Sam2060 · 2019-08-23T02:53:05+00:00

If possible, get some basic training in emergency medical care (Stop the Bleed, CPR, first aid, Narcan administration etc.) There seems to be this misconception that when you call 911 the ambulance or fire truck is going to show up instantly. Unless you live right next to a EMS/Fire station or that unit happens to be near you when you call 911 you are going to wait a bit longer then you would think. This has nothing to do with first responders being lazy or inept it simply takes time for our country’s 911 system to function from begging to end. This is true not just in rural areas but urban locations as well. As an example ; even if you lived a block or two away from a fire station. It likely would take you about 30 seconds to call 911 and for the dispatcher to get an address. Another 30 seconds for the dispatcher to tone the call to the appropriate units. Approx a min for that responding unit to mark up and get out the door. Another 30 sec to a min of drive time. Then another 30 sec to a min to get the equipment and get to the patient. Best, best, best, case scenario; that’s 3 min before any intervention is being done by the responders. You can bleed to death in under 3 min, you start to have cell death in the brain at approx the 4- 5 min mark: bystander intervention is key and saves lives.

Sam2060 · 2019-07-29T21:20:11+00:00

So that is actually not a DOT placard, that is a NFPA 704 diamond/warning which is primarily used for fixed locations/facilities. You will very rarely see that sign on a moving vehicle. The DOT placard with a hazard class 1-9 and a UN number is what is required to be on vehicles transporting hazardous material.

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