Many fire and EMS departments are facing staffing challenges with the dramatic increase in COVID cases. As a reminder, the Ohio Division of EMS has lowered the minimum staffing requirements for an Ambulance. Below are the requirements, as well as the required form.
Additionally, The Ohio Fire Chiefs' Association State Emergency Response System personnel are working to track first responder staffing issues throughout Ohio to try to project and address any staffing needs. So that they can have a full assessment, please consider completing this simple survey at least weekly by 10:00 AM each Wednesday. More frequent completion is preferred, especially if you have staff shortages from pre COVID-19 levels. Also, please help by distributing this survey throughout your region.
CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY.
Minimum Staffing of an Ambulance During COVID Requirements:
The Division of EMS shall be notified immediately in order to help assess the scope of any staffing shortages statewide. PLEASE email this completed form to ASKEMS@dps.ohio.gov