What should a EMS Station include?

Another special space your station should include is a place for providers to exercise. Consider the specific workouts and equipment your providers are most likely to need and use. Where a firefighter might need to lift heavy weights, an EMS provider may be better served by a rowing machine, says Rodriguez.

What makes a good EMS Station?

By Rachel Zoch, EMS1 BrandFocus Staff An EMS station needs to provide the comforts of home as well as the tools for work, from restful sleeping quarters to office space and equipment storage. Energy efficiency and safety should also be top of mind, whether you are making improvements to your current station or building a new facility.

Do EMS stations need a specific space?

Carve out specific spaces for specific uses Of course any EMS station needs adequate sleeping quarters, bathroom facilities and locker/changing rooms for both men and women – but consider what other activities happen at your station that you may not currently have a specific place for.

What is an in-building emergency responder Communications Enhancement System (Erces)?

An In-Building Emergency Responder Communications Enhancement System (ERCES) is a wireless communications system used by first responder and emergency services personnel, such as police, fire, emergency medical, homeland security, and disaster response agencies.

What should I consider when upgrading or planning a new station?

Here are 10 things to consider when upgrading your existing station or planning a new one: 1. Provide spaces to promote rest with individual dorms, safe sleep room Traditionally, stations have had communal dormitories where everyone sleeps.

Why do emergency responders need in-building wireless communications?

The need for in-building wireless communications for Emergency Responders resulted in the development of national model codes by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Code Council (ICC) as early as 2009.