Tulsa mechanic falls from tail dock
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enough already
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- Jan 8, 2003
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I'm at TULE, but not an ERT. As far as notification, there is a base wide extremely loud siren like burst and then " ERTs man your radios" announcement repeated twice.
TWU informer
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Still under investigation but AMT's were in the process of pulling sliders on the taildock when this accident took place.
TWU informer
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ERT Training:
National Registry Training and Certification required for ERT Members.
Certified at AA to Emergency Medical Responder Level, but trained at the Emergency Medical Tech Basic Level.
Also Required -
once certified ERT candidate must go third rider for two 12 hour shifts on local EMS Ambulance Service.
Once Certified and Trained Radios are issued for base wide communication.
Each ERT has a personal medical bag with Blood Pressure Cuff, Baby Asprin, Pulse Ox-Meter opitional, ect.
Throughout the base are ERT Lockers that are locked and each ERT has keys. Each locker has a medical bag with Ogygen Bottle, Airway Nasal and Oral, Bag Mask, Blankets, Flashlights, Body Substance Isolation Equip, Sterile Water, C-Collars, Back Board straps, Trauma Bandages, Splints, Cold Packs, ect.
Big bag, fairly heavy so located in each work zone and easy access available.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are also stretegic placed throughout the base and all ERT's are trained in proper use.
Back Boards are also placed throughout the base.
Emergency Notification is made to Security when 911 is dialed from any shop/dock/office phone.
Warble alert over P.A. with "Man your Radios"
Radio Communication for location and nature of call is immediate.
Average response time for ERT to scene is less than 3 minutes.
Since this program was initiated in the late 1990's at least 3 - maybe 4 full blown Myocardial infarction's which could have easliy lead to death, these patience were recovered made it to surgery and survived the heart attack. These 3-4 were in full blown arrest and CPR/AED Initiated.
Not to mention many that were headed that way, and ERT's were on scene providing first repsonder care, with vitals taken, and patient hisotory taken to provide the paramedic which speeds the transfer to higher level of care.
Team is currently preparing for a Multiple Casualty Training event training on the runway with Local, State, and Federal Agencies.
The First Responder, EMT-B, EMT-I, and Paramedic are all National Registered and trainging is the same regardless of State of origin.
The Tulsa base team has Leaders that are all Part time Paid/Volunteers EMT-B's or EMT-I's, and are very experienced. Our Cooridinator is certified through Oklahoma State as the National Registry Instructor.
Pretty impressive, I think.
And like I said, AA Management supports this with everything they have available.
Awesome Program, Awesome Team to belong to also!!!
ERT's are Management, Union (AMFA, IBT, TWU, and even Anti-Union), All Races, All Religions, All Poltical Views. Diverse as it could possible get.
By the way all this started as result of an employee death from heart attack while CEO Carty and other higher ups were on the property and near the incedent. This opened up communication with management and our fellow Part time Ambulance workers and this program began.
Every chance you get, thank management for supporting this program, and if you see an ERT, thank him for what he is trying to provide us all.
robbedagain
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- Oct 13, 2003
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my prayers n thoughts to the fallen injured person and their families hope that person recovers quickly
La Li Lu Le Lo
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My wife was feeling ill with an extreme headache. I called the ERT's and they showed up within 2 minutes (note I was in the Fleet Service Building tucked into the back of the base). My wife's blood pressure was through the roof and she was in stroke range. I am glad the ERT's were there. I took her to the hospital immediately for care (I did not want to wait on the ambulance).
I can't say much for management however. They slapped me with a 1st step for an unauthorized absence. Apparently taking my wife to the hospital was either an unauthorized absence or an abuse of sick time. My choice. It's nice to have choices.
I can't say much for management however. They slapped me with a 1st step for an unauthorized absence. Apparently taking my wife to the hospital was either an unauthorized absence or an abuse of sick time. My choice. It's nice to have choices.
BigMac
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As a former FF/First responder.. I was in the charter defib/CPR class that was paid for by AA and certified by the Red Cross. (Before the ERT program). A lot of the ERTs are my friends and I have worked with some on mutual aid or at my former FD. These folks are top notch. Average response time for a FF or EMT is 6mins. ERT is usually on scene within 2mins to stabilize the patient. Great program! Great people!
Kev3188
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Thanks for taking the time to write such a detailed response. That program sounds fantastic!
TWU informer
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Many times, the nature of the emergency is not known so many of the ERT's proceed until notified they are not needed. Once I watched a guy with a cut on finger faint, hit the floor, break his nose, and lost his airway due to his dentures going down his throat. Even the smallest event could turn deadly. You just never know and never assume.
I went by dock 1C today and talked with Kevin's crew chief. He is doing a little better. He is out of his induced coma but goes in and out. When he is awake he answers some questions and has movement in his hands and feet. He is still on a ventilator so he is still not doing very well. There is a can for donations that will stay on the table by the crew chief area all week. Also there is a food delivery service 918-742-3463 (742-DINE) that will deliver meals to the family. I guess you tell them it's for Kevin Harris and they will do the rest. There have been lots of calls and emails from all over the United States and the prayer list is very long. His crew chief is Mark Oliva and he will take your donations.
It is good to know that our members are still selfless when it comes time to help. May God bless Kevin and watch over him. Thanks to all for keeping us informed.
Kind Regards,
Harvey West
