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UGLVAC Frequently Asked Questions |
I am interested in joining and would like to know...
No,
you may join as a “driver only”. We will provide you with driver training
and basic “helper” training. We will certify you
in CPR. We encourage you to enroll in an EMT training program or American Red
Cross Emergency Response First Responder course during your first year on the
Corps. Most people find that they want to do so in order to participate fully
during ambulance calls.
We
have two shifts; day time and night time. Shifts are broken down into two
additional categories; weekday and weekend. Daytime begins at 6 a.m. and ends at
6 p.m.. Night shift begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 6 a.m. You will be required to be on
duty for one weekday twelve hour shift each week. If you have an unusual work
schedule, our Scheduling Officer can work with you to create a schedule which
will fit your needs.
If
due to vacation, illness or a pressing appointment you are unable to “pull”
a shift you may find coverage among fellow Corps members. This is usually not a
problem since all of us require coverage at some time and are willing to help
each other.
No,
we all respond from our homes. You do, however, need to stay “on the mountain” during your shift.
After you are sworn in you will receive a pager which will notify you when an
ambulance is needed. You then proceed to the building to meet your crew and
respond to the call.
First
of all, please know that you will NEVER be alone on a call. An ambulance will
not roll unless two certified
EMT’s
are on board. You will NEVER be asked to do anything you just cannot do. A
backup crew can be called if absolutely necessary. At one time or another all of
us has asked this question of ourselves and in most cases have found that during
an emergency our training takes over and we "automatically" spring
into action.
We
average 20-30 calls per month. You may find that you do not answer a call for
weeks at a time. On the other hand you may have a shift during which you receive
2 or 3 calls. Despite the relatively low call volume, our goal is to have ALL
shifts adequately covered so that UGL residents do not have to wait for an
ambulance to respond from West Milford. The UGLVAC primary coverage area starts
at the intersection of White Rd. and Warwick Tpk., up the hill to half way down
Clinton Rd. (approximately to the bad curve by the reservoir), to Wawayanda
State Park, and covering Vernon out to the New York State border. We have mutual
aid arrangements with West Milford and back them when needed.
Whenever
an ambulance rolls our FIRST concern is our own safety. We will not enter any
scene that is not safe. The West Milford Police Dept. provides wonderful
support, and responds to all calls with us (usually arriving before us). In
addition we comply with all OSHA/PEOSHA guidelines concerning infectious
diseases including personal safety procedures such as gloves, goggles, masks,
and an on board “sharps” containers. When on a call we are considered to be
township employees and are entitled to coverage by the township as well as
coverage by the Corps insurance.
No.
Everything you need to be a member is supplied to you free of charge. You will
receive a uniform and pager when you join. In addition, should you successfully
complete an EMT program, you will be fully reimbursed. If you must hire a
babysitter to attend a Corps meeting or drill, you will be reimbursed.
First you will meet with the Membership Committee for a brief interview during which you may have all your questions answered. Then, there is some paperwork to complete, including an application, a physical form which must be approved by Occupational Medicine at Chilton Hospital, and authorization to conduct a check on your driving record. Once you have met all these conditions your application for membership will be voted on by the body of the Corps and if accepted for membership you will be sworn in at our next scheduled monthly meeting.
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