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chemicals
DIR By: dustin hite
Date: February 9, 2012, 7:10 pm
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Something different:
How about this, recently in the western part of the county we
have had many problems with odor calls both EMS and fire
related. Here is a clue. These odors are drug related to the
production of meth!. As a first responding EMS person what is
the best thing to do? Always remember they think that you have
no clue as to what you are looking for. These situations are
very volitile and can cause severe damage to people and
equipment becaue the chemicals used are very explosive when
mixed together. Funny smells are always something that you need
to be aware of. Always think of what is around you not just
your patient.
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Re: chemicals
DIR By: mandrade
Date: February 29, 2012, 8:58 pm
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There is nothing saying you can not call for assistance. whether
it be FD or Law enforcement. If something doesnt seem right it
usaully is'nt. Dont be afraid to use your resouces.
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Re: chemicals
DIR By: Keith Kulpa
Date: March 3, 2012, 5:42 am
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If the situation does not look typcial, you should call PD. We
have recently discussed in my department the use of chemicals
that can be used to commit suicide. One situation that is
starting to occur is a combination of chemicals within a
automobile that can be used to commit suicide. We discussed the
scenario of rolling up on a scene and if the patient is passed
out in a car, be cautious before opening that door.
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Re: chemicals
DIR By: cmisiak
Date: March 4, 2012, 9:45 pm
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Thanks- that is a good reminder. Tend to be complacent with a
routine odor call. As a member of fire department- we do not
always think of this with each odor call. Unless alerted by
something or fire control, we seem to just rush in.
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Re: chemicals
DIR By: Andy Bennett
Date: March 5, 2012, 7:57 pm
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On our BLS bag we carry a CO detector as well for general
illness calls it is always good to be concious of your
surroundings as you approach the patient. A good class on meth
labs is always a plus as well. I know of a call I went on that
we went for a 941 and I noticed as we walked in a hand gun in
the room with us and the patient that the police officer missed
when we walked in. turns out it was a bb gun but it looked real.
#Post#: 273--------------------------------------------------
Re: chemicals
DIR By: 10275013
Date: March 12, 2012, 12:57 am
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If it's something that your department hasent ever experienced
before I think it would be benificial to use other recources
that our out there. Always remember personal safty is number .
If something doesnt seem right safty wise, utilise your police
departments. Back out of the scene and stage. Or stage prior
to and wait for law enforcment
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