http://emsfiresoftware.com Software for Providers; By Providers Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:05:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en This video demonstrates another roadway safety concept for directing traffic with safety cones. I like the idea, but doubt the robustness and practicality of this concept. Safety on the road for transportation workers and emergency personnel are worthy investments in new technologies. However, I remain skeptical of ... http://emsfiresoftware.com/2010/03/air-cones-replace-rubber-highway-cones/ The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has released a new site - Distraction.gov to address the distractions among current drivers. Mobile phones, text messaging, cell web surfing, and drowsy driving all put your crew and loved ones at risk on the roadway. Not only phone use when driving, but speeding, ... http://emsfiresoftware.com/2010/02/distracted-driving/ This post is to highlight the new technologies available to transportation agencies and motorists. You may see these systems introduced while on the job in the EMS or Fire service. Traffic & highway safety is a major concern of all motorists, law enforcement, and insurance companies. New technologies are ... http://emsfiresoftware.com/2010/01/traffic-safety-ideas/ Elm Grove Police Department campaign of Slower is Better [caption id="attachment_501" align="aligncenter" width="380"][/caption] Interesting way of translating speed to a palpable inconvenience. Three of three of the ads are:[speed] Days in hospital bed Chance of crash: [speed]% Accident bills: $[speed],000As someone who has been involved in a rear-end collision can appreciate this clever ... http://emsfiresoftware.com/2010/01/speed-limit-reduction-ads/ The Six Second ECG is a great educational resource for learning to interpret ECG/EKGs. The Cardiac Rhythm Simulator challenges your knowledge of rhythms. With both a "learn" and "game" mode, you can understand the why and then test your skills. An excellent resource for aspiring/precepting medics. http://emsfiresoftware.com/2009/12/the-six-second-ecgekg/ The PowerFlare LED Safety Light is very durable and is a recommended item to add to all your vehicles. Steve and I put this product to the test by running the lights over, smashing them onto concrete, and submerging them for extended times. Despite the torture, the PowerFlare lights still ... http://emsfiresoftware.com/2009/11/powerflare-led-safety-light-review/ Sometimes we make mistakes. Sometimes people are idiots. Occasionally, it's our fault because we didn't educate them properly. http://emsfiresoftware.com/2009/11/sometimes-we-make-assumptions/ It's not rocket science 911 Hard and Fast Catchy tune in the background. via via http://emsfiresoftware.com/2009/10/hands-only-cpr/ NFPA is running the Fire Prevention Week campaign October 4th - 10, 2009. There are resources specifically for the fire service and teachers. Adult facts to “Stay Fire Smart!” include: Treat a burn right away. Put it in cool water for three to five minutes. Cover with a clean, dry cloth. If the burn ... http://emsfiresoftware.com/2009/10/fire-prevention-week-2009/ The CDC has guidance for EMS and emergency service first responders on management of individuals with suspected and confirmed H1N1 (Swine Flu). The CDC site also has several tools for planning purposes.  As we reviewed this site, it prompted several question we had not thought about such as crew sharing and ... http://emsfiresoftware.com/2009/09/guidance-for-ems-regarding-patients-with-swine-origin-influenza-a-h1n1-infection/