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MEETING SUMMARY<br />
July 9, 2013 - SCEMS Offices<br />
Yaphank, New York 11980<br />
NOTE: This summary is a draft summary until formally approved at <strong>the</strong> September 10, 2013 meeting.<br />
Members Present: See attendance list, provided as attachment 1.<br />
Meeting opened at 7:00 pm with a quorum present. NOTE that webcasting was not provided due <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> recent<br />
unanticipated move of <strong>the</strong> EMS Program Agency Offices <strong>to</strong> a new location, where internet access is pending.<br />
Chairman <strong>Gardiner</strong> welcomed all in attendance, and led <strong>the</strong> group in <strong>the</strong> Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a<br />
moment of silence for those departed, in defense of our country, from our service, and especially for members of<br />
service who perished in <strong>the</strong> Arizona wildland fires and for long time <strong>Suffolk</strong> County volunteer fire/EMS<br />
providers Doug Mulholland, Rich Vella and Thomas Smyth, Sr.<br />
As is cus<strong>to</strong>mary, all <strong>REMSCO</strong> members and guests introduced <strong>the</strong>mselves.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> <strong>moved</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>agenda</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>recognize</strong> CPR Life Saving Awards for <strong>the</strong> following EMS providers<br />
from <strong>the</strong> Port Jefferson VAC: Kathleen Johnson, Nick Calace, Tom Hanophy, Jay Lazerus, Peter<br />
DiPrima, Ryan Koch, Jason Schmitt, Vic<strong>to</strong>ria Alpert, Hea<strong>the</strong>r June, Brandon McAlary, John Feinberg,<br />
and Yulia Levkiavska.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> <strong>moved</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>agenda</strong> <strong>to</strong> address <strong>the</strong> Transfer of Operating Authority (TOA) Application in<br />
<strong>the</strong> matter of Five Counties Ambulance Corps d/b/a American Medical Response (AMR) <strong>to</strong> Medic East<br />
II Corp d/b/a Medic East. <strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> turned <strong>the</strong> meeting over <strong>to</strong> <strong>Mr</strong>. Blower, Chair of <strong>the</strong> Resource<br />
Needs Committee. <strong>Mr</strong>. Blower reported that <strong>the</strong> Resource Needs Committee met earlier in <strong>the</strong> evening<br />
<strong>to</strong> review <strong>the</strong> application, and read a Summary of Transfer in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> record, provided as attachment 2.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Blower concluded <strong>the</strong> report with a seconded motion from <strong>the</strong> committee <strong>to</strong> approve <strong>the</strong> transfer.<br />
There was no discussion, <strong>the</strong> motion unanamously passed by roll call vote, provided as attachment 3.<br />
A stenographer was present for this relevant portion of <strong>the</strong> meeting, with stenographic record provided<br />
as attachment 4. There being no fur<strong>the</strong>r business associated with <strong>the</strong> TOA application, <strong>Mr</strong>. Garduiner<br />
dismissed <strong>the</strong> stenographer, with thanks.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> called for a motion <strong>to</strong> approve <strong>the</strong> May, 2013 Meeting Summary as distributed. No discussion,<br />
motion passed.<br />
Correspondence – distributed<br />
Incoming – date; from whom; subject<br />
5/1/13; Patchogue Printing; invoice for approved expenses for ALS Pro<strong>to</strong>col Manuals.<br />
5/21/13; Kilroy Creations; complete order of seasonal pool safety signs w/ packing slip.<br />
5/28/13; email from R. Delagi <strong>to</strong> Exec Committee and EMS Staff; Drowning Prevention Placards.<br />
5/29/13; R. Dinnerstein, Esq, Transfer of Operating Authority (TOA) Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR<br />
<strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a Medic East, with fee check enclosed.<br />
6/5/13; email from R.Delagi; advising Exec Committee and Resource Needs Committee of <strong>the</strong> receipt of a<br />
Transfer of Operating Authority (TOA) Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a<br />
Medic East.<br />
6/6/13; copy of letter from R. Delagi <strong>to</strong> R. Dinnerstein requesting additional information for <strong>the</strong> Transfer of<br />
Operating Authority (TOA) Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a Medic East.<br />
6/7/13; Chase Bank; May 2013 Monthly Statement.<br />
6/11/13; R. Dinnerstein, Esq, providing requested supporting information for <strong>the</strong> Transfer of Operating<br />
Authority (TOA) Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a Medic East.<br />
6/15/13; All American Awards; complete order of CPR Save Pins w/ packing slip.<br />
6/17/13; R. Delagi; copy of letter <strong>to</strong> Block, O’Toole & Murphy, LLP; response <strong>to</strong> request for ambulance report.<br />
Continued.
MEETING SUMMARY<br />
July 9, 2013 - SCEMS Offices<br />
Yaphank, New York 11980 – Page 2.<br />
Correspondence – distributed - continued<br />
Incoming – date; from whom; subject<br />
6/25/13; D. Jonas, NYSDOH; transmitting <strong>the</strong>ir finding of no barriers <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> fitness and competency of <strong>the</strong><br />
proposed owners in connection with <strong>the</strong> TOA Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp<br />
d/b/a Medic East.<br />
6/28/13; All American Awards; invoice for CPR Save Pins.<br />
7/9/13; Chase Bank; June 2013 Bank Statement.<br />
7/9/13; Ragtime Pizza; meeting expenses for July 2013 meeting.<br />
Outgoing – date; <strong>to</strong> whom; subject<br />
5/15/13; D. Johnson NYSDOH; transmitting regional award winners for 2012 Annual EMS Awards.<br />
5/15/13; eight (8) letters <strong>to</strong> various people and organizations; 2012 Annual EMS Awards Program – Award<br />
Winners.<br />
5/15/13; twenty one (21) letters <strong>to</strong> various people and organizations; 2012 Annual EMS Awards Program –<br />
Honorable Mentions.<br />
5/21/13; S. Sonder NYSDOH; PAD Program Updates.<br />
5/21/13; J. Saffors, Loyal Order of Moose; PAD Information.<br />
5/21/13; Personal Training Institute; PAD Information.<br />
5/28/13; Kilroy Creations; payment for seasonal pool safety signs.<br />
6/5/13; emails <strong>to</strong> NYSDOH, NY City <strong>REMSCO</strong> and Nassau <strong>REMSCO</strong> in connection with <strong>the</strong> Transfer of<br />
Operating Authority (TOA) Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a Medic East.<br />
6/13/13; Copy of letter from R. Delagi <strong>to</strong> R. Dinnerstein, Esq, acknowledging receipt of Transfer of Operating<br />
Authority (TOA) Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a Medic East.<br />
6/13/13; D. Jonas/D. Clay<strong>to</strong>n/J. Farrell NYSDOH; requesting a review of <strong>the</strong> fitness and competency of <strong>the</strong><br />
proposed owners in connection with <strong>the</strong> Transfer of Operating Authority (TOA) Application for Five Counties<br />
d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a Medic East.<br />
6/25/13; email <strong>to</strong> R. Dinnerstein, final <strong>agenda</strong> confirmations for <strong>the</strong> Transfer of Operating Authority (TOA)<br />
Application for Five Counties d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East II Corp d/b/a Medic East.<br />
6/25/13; D. Clay<strong>to</strong>n, NYSDOH; Epi Au<strong>to</strong>-injec<strong>to</strong>r Notice of Intent.<br />
6/25/13; S. Sonder, NYSDOH, PAD Program Updates.<br />
6/28/13; M. Mirras; finance business.<br />
Officer’s Reports<br />
Chairperson - J. <strong>Gardiner</strong><br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> briefed <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong> on several issues he’s been addressing since <strong>the</strong> last meeting. He began by<br />
stating that he had a meeting earlier <strong>to</strong>day with Commissioner Williams <strong>to</strong> discuss <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong>’s request for<br />
ambulance response data. He stated that progress was made in clarifying what <strong>REMSCO</strong> wants and what FRES<br />
can provide. He concluded by stating that he hadn’t had <strong>the</strong> chance <strong>to</strong> brief <strong>Mr</strong>. Blower as <strong>the</strong> meeting occurred<br />
only hours earlier, and that a full report wopuld be provided at <strong>the</strong> next meeting.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> rolled out <strong>the</strong> Article 30 Re-design workplan, inviting all council members in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> process. Work<br />
groups will be led by <strong>the</strong> following members: Jane McCormack (Trauma); Ed Staple<strong>to</strong>n (Hospitals); Mark<br />
Zender (Physician Assistants); Edward Boyd (Firefighters); Bruce Talmage (EMS Providers).<br />
Continued.
Officer’s Reports - continued.<br />
MEETING SUMMARY<br />
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<strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> stated that he was pleased <strong>to</strong> solicit and receive <strong>the</strong> support of Dr. Mark Henry (S<strong>to</strong>ny Brook<br />
Emergency Medicine), <strong>the</strong> long tenured SEMAC Chair, <strong>to</strong> assist in <strong>the</strong> process, and all council members were<br />
welcomed <strong>to</strong> participate. Information will be forwarded by <strong>the</strong> Chair prior <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> next meeting.<br />
Vice-Chairperson – Jane McCormack, RN<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>s. McCormack reported that <strong>the</strong> pool safety signs had been received and are being distributed <strong>to</strong> interested<br />
parties by staff, and that <strong>the</strong>re were a fair number of water watcher wristbands left over from <strong>the</strong> Safe Kids<br />
Coalition, interested members should see if interested.<br />
Treasurer –<br />
In <strong>Mr</strong>. Mirras’ absence, <strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> read <strong>the</strong> expense report.<br />
EMS Division Staff Report – R. Delagi, G. Pigott, MD, T. Lateulere<br />
Staff report was distributed, and provided as attachment 5. <strong>Mr</strong>. Delagi, Dr. Pigott and <strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere summarized<br />
several salient points.<br />
Dr. Pigott advised <strong>the</strong> council that significant progress has been made since <strong>the</strong> Division held its seminar on<br />
Controlled Substances. The Division has received inquiries from multiple agencies seeking <strong>to</strong> comply with <strong>the</strong><br />
push <strong>to</strong>wards all ALS ambulances having controlled substance licenses. He reiteriated that while <strong>the</strong> SEMAC<br />
position has not yet been formally approved, <strong>the</strong> region was pushing in this direction in <strong>the</strong> interest of quality<br />
patient care.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere highlighted <strong>the</strong> successes seen with recent NY State written examinations, based on <strong>the</strong> new<br />
educational curricula. He referred <strong>to</strong> previous concerns expressed by <strong>Mr</strong>. Cronogue, who was concerned that more<br />
hours and new material would impact pass rates. <strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere stated that <strong>the</strong> Division was pleased <strong>to</strong> report that<br />
pass rates on <strong>the</strong> new exams were as high as in <strong>the</strong> past, and in fact, exceeded <strong>the</strong> NY State average. <strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere<br />
concluded by describing <strong>the</strong> Division’s new remediation process developed and initiated for <strong>the</strong> few students who<br />
do not pass <strong>the</strong> exam, a process engineered <strong>to</strong> promote success on future test taking.<br />
Committee Reports<br />
Resource Needs – B. Blower<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Blower reported that <strong>the</strong>re was no new business before <strong>the</strong> committee.<br />
Response Committee – B. Blower<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Blower stated that he had sent ano<strong>the</strong>r request <strong>to</strong> FRES within <strong>the</strong> last 2 weeks, refering specifically <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
new Information Technology staff member, recently placed in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> position. <strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> referred <strong>to</strong> his earlier<br />
comments and meeting with Commissioner Williams, in which he learned that only 35% of <strong>the</strong> ambulance servies<br />
actually communicate with / report response time <strong>to</strong> FRES. <strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> again stated that he would discuss <strong>the</strong><br />
Commissioner’s position on providing data with <strong>Mr</strong>. Blower and a full report will be provided at <strong>the</strong> next<br />
meeting.<br />
REMAC – L. Cox, MD<br />
No report.<br />
Continued.
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Committee Reports – continued.<br />
Communications – T. Lateulere<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere reported progress in designing smart phone app for <strong>the</strong> new pro<strong>to</strong>cols.<br />
PIO – E. Komosinski<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>s. Komosinski reported that she met with representatives of <strong>the</strong> Southamp<strong>to</strong>n Village VAC, who will cosponsor<br />
<strong>the</strong> annual awards dinner and ceremony as <strong>the</strong> local Agency of <strong>the</strong> Year, and she was working with All-<br />
American Awards <strong>to</strong> place orders for our recipients.<br />
Disaster Planning – R. Delagi<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Delagi highlighted several salient points in <strong>the</strong> staff report. He stated that <strong>the</strong> Medical Ambulance Bus<br />
(MAB), now referred <strong>to</strong> as <strong>the</strong> Major Emergency Response Vehicle (MERV) has arrived and development of<br />
response SOPs and driver training is underway.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Delagi continued by highlighting a recent exercise with Exchange EMS, <strong>the</strong> East Islip School District and<br />
<strong>the</strong> SCPD in response <strong>to</strong> an active shooter scenario, taking <strong>the</strong> opportunity <strong>to</strong> remind <strong>the</strong> council that events<br />
where emergency responders are being fired upon during emergency response are increasing and we need <strong>to</strong><br />
heighten awareness of <strong>the</strong>se occurrences.<br />
Education & Training –<br />
In <strong>Mr</strong>. Zukosky’s absence, <strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> reported that <strong>the</strong>re was no new business before <strong>the</strong> committee. <strong>Mr</strong>.<br />
Savino reported that <strong>the</strong> “Dangerous Driving – Drunk, Drugged, Drowsy & Distracted Seminar will be<br />
postponed as he encountered difficulties in booking <strong>the</strong> speaker. The committee will continue pursuing for a fall<br />
presentation.<br />
Legislative – E. Boyd, Esq<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Boyd reported that a bill <strong>to</strong> require annual CPR training for police and firefighters, which also included<br />
misdemeanor or felony charges against providers who fail <strong>to</strong> provide CPR died in committee. He used <strong>the</strong><br />
legislation <strong>to</strong> highlight <strong>the</strong> need <strong>to</strong> constantly keep abreast of legislation that may arise from anywhere in NY<br />
State that would affect EMS providers.<br />
Budget – M. Mirras, CPA<br />
Nominations –<br />
No report. Audit results remain pending.<br />
In Ms. Rosenblum’s absence, <strong>Mr</strong>. Delagi reported that <strong>the</strong> only outstanding item was <strong>Mr</strong>. Baumrind’s<br />
appointment from <strong>the</strong> AHA, open since December, 2012.<br />
Ad Hoc Committee on Recruitment & Retention –<br />
No Report.<br />
Continued.
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Committee Reports – continued.<br />
Ad Hoc Committee on Citizen CPR – E. Staple<strong>to</strong>n<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Staple<strong>to</strong>n followed up on <strong>the</strong> new initiative, discussed last meeting, <strong>to</strong> develop an award <strong>to</strong> acknowledge<br />
agencies in recognition of <strong>the</strong>ir achieving some numerical miles<strong>to</strong>ne of individuals trained, and he suggested as a<br />
starting point <strong>to</strong> acknowledge agencies that train greater than 500 people. He distributed his draft proposal for <strong>the</strong><br />
“Gold Medal Community Lifesaver Award.” He discussed <strong>the</strong> relatively low bystander CPR percentage in<br />
<strong>Suffolk</strong> County (19%) as compared <strong>to</strong> Seattle, Washing<strong>to</strong>n (58%), and <strong>the</strong> AHA initiaive for hands-only COP as<br />
traditional training has become ineffective.<br />
In <strong>Mr</strong>. Vetter’s absence, <strong>Mr</strong>. Staple<strong>to</strong>n advised <strong>the</strong> group that <strong>the</strong> Smart 911 initiative, which utilized global<br />
positioning of arrest location and nearest AED location <strong>to</strong> smart phone subscribers is progressing.<br />
NYS EMS Council Delegate – T. Lateulere<br />
Old Business<br />
New Business<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere reported that <strong>the</strong>re has not been a SEMSCO/SEMAC meeting since January, and that <strong>the</strong> next<br />
meeting has been scheduled for Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 1-3, 2013.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere announced that this year’s Vital Signs conference will be held in Buffalo, NY Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 23-27, 2013<br />
and that electronic registration is underway on <strong>the</strong> State DOH website for this 30 year anniversary conference at<br />
http://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/vitalsigns.htm<br />
There was no old business <strong>to</strong> be addressed.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere reported that earlier in <strong>the</strong> month, <strong>the</strong> Governor signed <strong>the</strong> bill, effectively extending <strong>the</strong> pilot status<br />
of <strong>the</strong> 5 year CME refresher program. He reminded all that this is not a new initiative, and does not add 2 years <strong>to</strong><br />
an exsisting 3 year certification <strong>to</strong> give EMTs a 5 year certification. He explained that both <strong>the</strong> 3 year CME and<br />
<strong>the</strong> 5 year CME programs were still pilot programs, and this bill only serves <strong>to</strong> extend <strong>the</strong> 5 year as a pilot, as <strong>the</strong><br />
enabling legislation was due <strong>to</strong> sunset this year. He continued by stating that our experience in <strong>Suffolk</strong>, as well as<br />
throughout NY state is this <strong>the</strong> 5 year pilot program was not nearly as successful as <strong>the</strong> 3 year, as it requires more<br />
classroom hours over a longer period of time <strong>to</strong> maintain certification and NY State DOH has actually s<strong>to</strong>pped<br />
enrolling students. State DOH in <strong>the</strong> process now of revitalizing and information will be forwarded when<br />
available.<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Lateulere reported that <strong>the</strong> region had 3 AED uses (2 in schools, 1 in a gym).<br />
<strong>Mr</strong>. Staple<strong>to</strong>n encouraged future lifesaving award winners <strong>to</strong> summarize <strong>the</strong> event instead of just receiving an<br />
award, speaking in favor of sharing experiences.<br />
Ms. Megan Williams, representing <strong>the</strong> LaGuardia Community College (Queens) Paramedic Program, spoke <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
council about <strong>the</strong> program, and <strong>the</strong> college’s interest in using agencies in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Suffolk</strong> EMS System as clinical<br />
rotation sites. She also discussed scholarship opportunities for volunteers. <strong>Mr</strong>. <strong>Gardiner</strong> asked for a writtemn<br />
summary of <strong>the</strong> program, suitable for distribution.<br />
Continued.
MEETING SUMMARY<br />
July 9, 2013 - SCEMS Offices<br />
Yaphank, New York 11980 – Page 6.<br />
Announcements<br />
The Article 30 Redesign Committee will meet at 6:00 PM, immediately preceeding <strong>the</strong> September <strong>REMSCO</strong><br />
meeting.<br />
Meeting Adjourned at 7:45 PM.<br />
Next meeting of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Suffolk</strong> Regional EMS Council will be on<br />
Tuesday, September 10, 2013<br />
7:00 PM<br />
<strong>Suffolk</strong> County EMS Office<br />
360 Yaphank Avenue, Suite 1B<br />
Yaphank, NY 11788<br />
ATTACHMENTS TO FOLLOW<br />
Prepared for <strong>the</strong> <strong>Suffolk</strong> Regional EMS Council by Robert Delagi, Program Agency Direc<strong>to</strong>r.
EMS DIVISION STAFF REPORT – BY: Bob Delagi, Greg Pigott, MD & Tom Lateulere<br />
For <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong> & REMAC. May – June, 2013<br />
AMBULANCE SERVICE OPERATIONS<br />
Provided staff support <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong> Executive and Finance Committees.<br />
Provided staff support <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong> for <strong>the</strong>ir May, 2013 meeting.<br />
Provided staff support <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> REMAC for <strong>the</strong>ir May, 2013 meeting.<br />
Provided staff support <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> REMAC’s Pro<strong>to</strong>col Sub-Committee.<br />
Provided technical support <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong>’s Resource Needs Committee in reviewing and processing a<br />
Transfer of Operating Authority Application from Five Counties Ambulance d/b/a AMR <strong>to</strong> Medic East<br />
II Ambulance Corp.<br />
Distributed information <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> EMS System regarding <strong>the</strong> winners and honorable mentions for <strong>the</strong> 2012<br />
NY State SEMSCO Annual EMS Awards.<br />
Staff attended <strong>the</strong> following meetings <strong>to</strong> address EMS related issues: FILESC; RTAC; County<br />
Recruitment & Retention Committee; REMAC; <strong>REMSCO</strong>; North Fork Volunteer Fireman’s<br />
Association; Islip Town Ambulance Chiefs; Fire/EMS Safety Officer’s Association; and FRES<br />
Commission.<br />
Distributed recognition letters and CE Proclamations <strong>to</strong> all ambulance services in celebration of national<br />
EMS Week 2013.<br />
Attended meeting with multiple PSAPs <strong>to</strong> discuss areas of mutual interest in Quality Improvement and<br />
how PSAPs can carry consistent messaging <strong>to</strong> EMS System.<br />
Attended several meetings with promoters and first response agencies in preparation for issuance of a<br />
Part 18 Public Function Permit for <strong>the</strong> U.S. Women’s Open at Saboneck Golf Course, Southamp<strong>to</strong>n,<br />
NY. Provided on-site technical support and inspection on two (2) occasions.<br />
Hosted a countywide Controlled Substances Seminar, targeting agencies that currently do not have a<br />
Class 3C Dispensing License, or have plans in various stages of development. This seminar focused on<br />
best practices in managing CS programs.<br />
Staff began working with five (5) new agencies as <strong>the</strong>y seek <strong>to</strong> obtain 3C Dispensing Licenses.<br />
Reviewed applications and issued Part 18 Permits <strong>to</strong> JVC Broadcasting (Bald Hill Concert Series) and<br />
Newsday (Family Fun Nights).<br />
Continued work with agencies in Southamp<strong>to</strong>n and East Hamp<strong>to</strong>n Towns <strong>to</strong> discuss options for sharing<br />
ambulance services and enhancing ambulance response across <strong>the</strong> south fork.<br />
The Division’s CISM Team responded <strong>to</strong> nine (9) requests for assistance.<br />
Staff provided public information lecture about PAD programs at <strong>the</strong> <strong>Suffolk</strong> Cooperative Library<br />
System.<br />
Distributed CLIA Compliance Certificates all ALS Ambulance Services, concluding <strong>the</strong> bi-annual<br />
renewal process.<br />
Provided technical support at an emergency response involving a suspicious white powder in Holtsville.<br />
Provided technical support <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> NY State DOH, as <strong>the</strong>y make revisions <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> Statewide EMS<br />
Mobilization Plan.<br />
Provided follow-up situational awareness bulletin <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> EMS System regarding <strong>the</strong> development of<br />
Health & Safety Officer Program.<br />
Worked with Lakeland FD <strong>to</strong> develop an Incident Action Plan (IAP) for Health & Safety and Continuity<br />
of Operations at <strong>the</strong> annual <strong>Suffolk</strong> County Parade.<br />
Continued.
EMS DIVISION STAFF REPORT – BY: Bob Delagi, Greg Pigott, MD & Tom Lateulere<br />
For <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong> & REMAC. May - June, 2013 – Page 2.<br />
EDUCATION, TRAINING & QUALITY IMPROVEMENT<br />
Posted <strong>the</strong> revised Adult and Pediatric ALS pro<strong>to</strong>cols on <strong>the</strong> website, and began in-servicing instruc<strong>to</strong>rs,<br />
medical control staff.<br />
Administrative staff, support staff and per diem contrac<strong>to</strong>rs remain actively involved in overseeing EMT<br />
Training at <strong>the</strong> <strong>Suffolk</strong> County Police Academy.<br />
Staff met with <strong>the</strong> leadership of Medical Control <strong>to</strong> discuss areas of mutual interest.<br />
Attended a NYSDOH-sponsored meeting <strong>to</strong> address <strong>the</strong> region’s pediatric care capabilities, specifically<br />
related <strong>to</strong> designing educational curricula.<br />
Staff providing ongoing moni<strong>to</strong>ring of <strong>the</strong> BLS Narcan Pilot Demonstration Project. As of July 2, 2013<br />
682 EMS and 797 police officers (1479) have been trained, with EMS administering INH Narcan 45<br />
times, and <strong>the</strong> police department administering INH Narcan 99 times (144). Six-month review surveys<br />
are being completed by participating agencies.<br />
Staff initiated development of several mechanisms for follow-up on patients receiving narcan reversal.<br />
This includes hospital-based treatments and disposition and referral <strong>to</strong> substance abuse programs.<br />
EMS Division applied <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> NY State DOH <strong>to</strong> become a registered Opioid Overdose Prevention<br />
Program, which will lead <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> ability <strong>to</strong> outreach training <strong>to</strong> laypersons, application is still pending at<br />
this time.<br />
The Division is currently coordinating <strong>the</strong> work of more than 3,172 providers enrolled in <strong>the</strong> CME<br />
Program.<br />
Staff reviewed and processed 49 EMT-B, 11 EMT-CC and 16 EMT-P CME recertification packages.<br />
Staff spent considerable time working with a local printer <strong>to</strong> develop camera-ready materials for <strong>the</strong><br />
printing of <strong>the</strong> revised ALS Pro<strong>to</strong>col Manual, thanks <strong>to</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong>’s generous financial support.<br />
Division staff continued using newly-developed process <strong>to</strong> track BLS Provider compliance with<br />
transition requirements.<br />
Staff attended <strong>the</strong> AHA Training Center Forum.<br />
Staff continued working on developing <strong>the</strong> 2013 ALS Pro<strong>to</strong>col Rollout process.<br />
Maintained an on-line CME presentation <strong>to</strong> cover <strong>the</strong> manda<strong>to</strong>ry BLS Transitional Material for EMT-<br />
Paramedics.<br />
Staff developing a new on-line CME training module for spinal immobilization, <strong>to</strong> be added <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> eight<br />
(8) previously designed modules.<br />
Division staff reviewed May NY State Written Exam scores for EMT-B Refreshers; 84/87 passed <strong>the</strong><br />
exam, average 96%, significantly higher than <strong>the</strong> NY State average of 85%. 101/118 students passed<br />
<strong>the</strong> EMT-B Original exam, with average scores above <strong>the</strong> NY State average.<br />
Staff developing a study guide for students that did not pass <strong>the</strong> May NY State written exam <strong>to</strong> prepare<br />
<strong>the</strong>m for <strong>the</strong>ir respective re-tests.<br />
Held 7 EMT-Basic PSEs for 392 students. Of <strong>the</strong> 392, 390 (99%) passed on <strong>the</strong>ir first attempt.<br />
Held 3 CFR PSEs for 37 students. 37 of 37 (100%) passed on <strong>the</strong>ir first attempt.<br />
Conducted 1 EMT-B Challenge Refresher Course for 11 students.<br />
Staff currently overseeing <strong>the</strong> following courses: 2 CFR/EMR Originals; 13 EMT-B Originals;<br />
7 EMT-B Refreshers; and 2 EMT-CC Originals, and 2 Rapid BLS Core Content Courses for CME<br />
Program.<br />
Staff developing multiple courses for a Fall, 2013 start.<br />
Reviewed and forwarded 95 CME Refresher Application Packages <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> State DOH.<br />
Division staff spent considerable time working with agency level CME Coordina<strong>to</strong>rs <strong>to</strong> address program<br />
objectives and responsibilities.<br />
Continued.
EMS DIVISION STAFF REPORT – BY: Bob Delagi, Greg Pigott, MD & Tom Lateulere<br />
For <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong> & REMAC. May - June, 2013 – Page 3.<br />
EDUCATION, TRAINING & QUALITY IMPROVEMENT –continued.<br />
Staff maintaining an on-line based 3 hour BLS Transition CME Course, required for all EMT-<br />
Paramedics in <strong>the</strong> CME Program. This module is designed <strong>to</strong> bring <strong>the</strong> paramedic in<strong>to</strong> compliance with<br />
<strong>the</strong> now-current national Standard BLS Curricula. This on-line program must be accessed through <strong>the</strong><br />
Division’s medic-ce account, and is free of charge for all paramedics credentialed, authorized and in<br />
<strong>Suffolk</strong> County EMS Division CME Program.<br />
AHA Training Center conducted 374 courses for 2232 providers.<br />
Conducted 4 BLS Instruc<strong>to</strong>r renewal courses.<br />
Conducted <strong>the</strong> following CME Classes:<br />
5 2013 ALS Pro<strong>to</strong>col Updates for Medical Control Opera<strong>to</strong>rs, ALS Instruc<strong>to</strong>rs and select ALS<br />
providers;<br />
1 PCR Writing;<br />
1 START Triage class;<br />
1 Trauma Care class in conjunction with <strong>the</strong> UHSB Division of Trauma;<br />
8 BLS CME Core Content classes (new standards);<br />
5 classes as part of <strong>the</strong> 13 hour required BLS Transition Curricula;<br />
22 classes as part of <strong>the</strong> original 24 hour Core Content Curricula;<br />
3 26 hour Core Content Curricula;<br />
1 ALS skills session for CME students;<br />
1 BLS skills session for CME students;<br />
6 ALS Core Content classes; and<br />
2 ALS Credentialing classes (current pro<strong>to</strong>cols).<br />
Reviewing <strong>the</strong> following cases in <strong>the</strong> Regional Quality Improvement Program:<br />
88 ETI cases;<br />
43 12-lead EKG cases;<br />
3 Needle Decompression cases;<br />
15 BLS Albuterol cases;<br />
2 BLS Epinephrine au<strong>to</strong>-injec<strong>to</strong>r cases;<br />
Multiple case reviews flagged by Medical Control; resulting in several standing order restrictions<br />
loss of operating privileges; or remediations by <strong>the</strong> Medical Direc<strong>to</strong>r.<br />
98 cases of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest;<br />
64 cases of controlled substance administration;<br />
33 cases where Medical Control was contacted for a hospital destination decision;<br />
66 cases with IO insertion;<br />
26 CPAP uses; and<br />
4 Combi-tube uses.<br />
Continued.
EMS DIVISION STAFF REPORT – BY: Bob Delagi, Greg Pigott, MD & Tom Lateulere<br />
For <strong>the</strong> <strong>REMSCO</strong> & REMAC. May-June, 2013 – Page 4.<br />
DOMESTIC PREPAREDNESS / HOMELAND SECURITY<br />
Worked with <strong>the</strong> <strong>Suffolk</strong> County Sheriff’s Office on controlling and evaluating a multi-agency, multisite<br />
full scale field exercise in Southamp<strong>to</strong>n and Riverhead Towns.<br />
Participated in <strong>the</strong> annual FAA-required review of Long Island MacArthur Airport Emergency Response<br />
Plan.<br />
Participated in a hazardous materials/MCI table<strong>to</strong>p exercise (TTX) with various agencies at a Sysco<br />
Distribution Center in Central Islip.<br />
Staff member was a featured speaker at <strong>the</strong> LI/NYC Emergency Management Conference, presenting<br />
<strong>the</strong> EMS component in <strong>the</strong> response <strong>to</strong> an active shooter scenario.<br />
Staff member was a featured speaker at <strong>the</strong> Catholic Health Services (CHS) Healthcare System<br />
conference on <strong>the</strong> Continuum of Care for Stroke, presenting on <strong>the</strong> prehospital component.<br />
Staff member was a featured speaker at a Town of Brookhaven Public Forum on Hurricane<br />
Preparedness.<br />
Staff working with leadership of <strong>the</strong> Exchange Ambulance, East Islip School District and o<strong>the</strong>r key<br />
stakeholders on an exercise design and evaluation team for an upcoming multi-agency/multi-objective<br />
exercise. Participated in a table<strong>to</strong>p and full scale field exercises.<br />
Staff working on a countywide committee <strong>to</strong> address <strong>the</strong> closure of <strong>the</strong> J.J. Foley SNF and its future as a<br />
shelter.<br />
Participated in a webinar with FRES, North Shore/LIJ and hospital representatives in fur<strong>the</strong>rance of<br />
creating an ETEAM application for patient tracking.<br />
Attended a meeting called by <strong>the</strong> NYSDOH regarding ongoing disaster preparedness training for skilled<br />
nursing facilities.<br />
Attended <strong>the</strong> U.S. Postal Service after Action Report (AAR) meeting on <strong>the</strong> recent BDS Exercise.<br />
Worked with <strong>Suffolk</strong> FRES <strong>to</strong> accept delivery of <strong>the</strong> Medical Ambulance Bus (MAB) now referred <strong>to</strong> as<br />
<strong>the</strong> Medical Emergency Response Vehicle (MERV), and <strong>to</strong> craft inter-county and intra-county response<br />
procedures.<br />
Assisted with development of an exercise for response <strong>to</strong> a radiological dispersal device (RDD)<br />
scenario.<br />
Staff participated in one (1) conference call and one (1) meeting with <strong>the</strong> Urban Area Work Group <strong>to</strong><br />
discuss mutual areas of interest across <strong>Suffolk</strong>, Nassau, Westchester, Yonkers, and NY City.<br />
Coordinated <strong>the</strong> regular meeting of <strong>the</strong> county’s ESF 8 Health and Medical Working Group.<br />
Attended <strong>the</strong> Terrorism Response Task Force Meeting.<br />
Provided technical support for work items in accordance with <strong>the</strong> ongoing preparedness efforts for<br />
vulnerable populations, including community-dwelling older adults, and those with special health care<br />
needs, pursuant <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> grant received from <strong>the</strong> National Association of Cities Health Officials<br />
(NACCHO).<br />
Division staff completed <strong>the</strong> Public Assistance Application process for <strong>the</strong> Department of Health<br />
Services, in conjunction with State Office of Emergency Management (SOEM) and FEMA, attending<br />
<strong>the</strong> final close out meeting.<br />
END OF DIVISION STAFF REPORT