EMTs provide emergency medical services in ambulances and fire departments. EMTs work under physician-written protocols in various settings. Some EMTs are paid employees, others are volunteers
Early hazmat suits originated from plague doctors' bird-like masks in 16th-17th century Europe. Modern suits evolved from 1910-1911 Manchurian plague prevention efforts. Hazmat suits protect against hazardous materials including chemicals and biological agents
Hospital emergency codes alert staff to various on-site emergencies. Codes are posted on hospital placards and employee identification badges. Codes vary widely by location and hospital type
Paramedics respond to emergencies via ambulance and provide medical care. They evaluate patients, perform basic treatments, and transport them to hospitals. Paramedics work in ambulances, helicopters, or fire trucks
NOTOC informs pilots about dangerous goods and special loads on aircraft. Aircraft operator must provide accurate written information to PIC. Information must be legible and kept on ground and available during flight
Guidelines based on 2020 ILCOR Consensus on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Science. Cardiac arrest defined as unresponsive with absent or abnormal breathing. Agonal breathing should be considered a sign of cardiac arrest. Emergency services should be alerted immediately if victim is unconscious