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The funny thing about rumors is
that they have to start somewhere. And like all good rumors they need to be
somewhat credible with available backing information to further enhance the
impact and excitement factor. I hear there is a group out there who is looking
into the Advanced
First Responder Units. If you stop and think about
it, they are long over here in the USA and they really make sense for a number
of reasons. With the ever increasing gridlock of city streets, highways and
interstates which can come to a complete stand still. "Golden minutes" are
repeatedly lost to traffic issues which are beyond every ones control. I am not
going to get into the "when does the clock start running" debate, because it
doesn't matter. What matters is getting there and helping. That's what matters,
the help, the aid, the difference, the commitment to believe that you are making
a difference, And yes, oh course you are. And from me, thank you for your
service and your sacrifices. Anyway, people who might
have lived if they just had that extra minute of advanced care, would be
your strongest advocate, if they were still here to testify and bare witness .
So, then, here we are, the drawing board is fairly clean because this isn't a concept
which has been embraced here in the states by many. No doubt there will be those
municipalities who will cave to city attorneys who predict doom and
disaster if, a program such as this were implemented, but for those cutting edge,
smart thinking city leaders, this may be your ride to a better tomorrow for the
citizens of your community. Sorry, comedy isn't my strong point.
You will have to bear
with me on this one because I will have to come up to speed on the bare minimum
of acceptable technology and standard medical supplies which would have to
be carried on the ST1300 for this concept to be of tangible measurement and
reward.First off you will
have to decide what level of care you are willing to commit to. Will this unit
become the true first responder? Will it be a recon bike for the main support
units? How far will you go? How will the supplies be carried? How will they be
organized and in what quantities? Perhaps we should look to Europe and the
typical Med bike which are in service there. So I guess I better
get busy and figure out what is required here.... so check back later..
Here is
Tennessee's
Responder Bible... happy reading..
Securing
the gear.
The nice thing about the stock side
bags is that they are lockable with the same key used for the ignition and
with the turn of a key and the push of a button, they come right off. They
are still lockable even off the bike. So you could take them where
ever you want. Just remember that the bags are 1/2 painted and 1/2 crinkle
plastic so they will show signs of "normal usage" and the bag aren't cheap
to replace.
The trunk is also a quick removable type but with it's own key. I know of no
way to have it keyed to match the ignition key.
The trunk on my bike is the GIVI
E-52 model installed,
click here to review that information. The back
rest is an option, so save your self $50 and don't order it.
Side Bag Liners
Side Bag Liners
Top Box Liner
These
bags are prototyped exactly from Hondaline bags. In
black color with durable 900D nylon material. Made
of durable nylon and shaped to fit perfectly inside
the saddlebags. Each bag features a handy front
pocket and carrying straps. Both bags can be carried
together with an adjustable shoulder strap.
There are several brands out there making aftermarket liners, we've bought
them all and found most of them skip things like plastic lines on the edge
of the liner, or print graphics instead of embroidery. the result? their
liners won't stay in shape and look cheap. All Bestem liners have semi-rigid
edge and will stay in shape, and all graphics are embroidery. Also these
liners come with a lifetime replacement warranty, try to match that!
These are available on EBAY for $40 for either one. The top picture shows
the pair of bags you receive and the bottom bag is shown for the factory
Honda Brand Trunk. I have a Givi Trunk on my bike with is slightly larger
and 1/2 the price of the Honda Trunk. The Givi is a 53 liter trunk the
Honda, 46 Liters. The bag I received is similar, but does not have
the pocket you see on the side of the bag.
The bags are of reasonable quality for the price. For clothing items or
items up to no more than 20 Ibs, they should be fine for use.
By general appearances,
it appears something like this BLS bag
would fit fine in the trunk.
Dyna
Med® Maxi-Medic® Bag with Waterproof Bottom
This medium-sized bag provides
plenty of room for Basic Life Support (BLS) Equipment for management of
airways, burns, and skin traumas in addition to standard supplies. With it's
waterproof bottom you can set this bag virtually anywhere - snow, puddles or
mud - and be confident that your equipment will be dry when you need it.
Contents: 11 adjustable interior compartments to organize your supplies, 2
zippered outside compartments for storage of bulkier items, Mesh pouch on
lid for smaller items, 9"H x 20"W x 12"D
Yeah, I
know it is possibly overkill to have all this and that once "person-x" is
transported, you won't get stuff back from the hospital, I am just saying a
nice size bag with a good amount of supplies will fit easily in the trunk.
What you need is either up to you as a volunteer or as your department
dictates.
This isn't a product
endorsement.... I know nothing about this stuff.
You could fit one of these in
each saddle bag....
Dyna Med® First Response
Bag
For the first on the scene.
Holds tools, instruments and supplies to treat rapidly. Bag has waterproof
bottom and plenty of room. Measures 7"H x 15"W x 9"D; 945 cubic inches
Imported
Lighting/Visibility Options
See the
ST1300P
If you can dream it up Weston Signs can create it...
reflective too!!!
If you were to sew on some reflective tape to the bags they would add to the
establishment of a reflective perimeter at night when they are placed on the
ground. Here is a source for the reflective tapes. Click on their logo
below.
Articles and media print:
10 Nov 2002 - New Motorcycle Fire-EMT Program in Florida
MIAMI: Rescue workers may establish a motorcycle fleet that will help them
save lives on Florida's highways. Under a proposed program, Miami-Dade
County firefighters would respond to emergencies on specially designed
motorcycles, navigating through gridlock to accidents before other emergency
vehicles arrive. All county firefighters are trained as emergency medical
technicians and would have access to defibrillators, oxygen tanks and first
aid equipment. The Miami-Dade County Commission will consider the program on
19 November, 2002. Click here to review:
"EMT-P-Operated Motorcycle Rescue, A Preliminary
Note," by Staten, C., EMT Journal, Vol. 4, No. 2, June, 1980.
(Requires Adobe .pdf
reader/viewer)
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Am J Emerg Med.
1998 Nov;16(7):711-3.
A method to reduce
response times in prehospital care: the motorcycle experience.
Department of Emergency Medicine, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su
Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
This study compared the response times of a motorcycle
and a standard ambulance in a congested urban emergency medical services
(EMS) setting. The study was performed in Taipei, Taiwan, a densely
populated urban area. A basic life support (BLS) motorcycle (without
defibrillation capability) and an advanced life support (ALS) ambulance
were based at three study hospitals and simultaneously dispatched when
there was a perceived need for ALS ambulance transport. Over a 3-month
period, pre-hospital personnel evaluated 307 medical and trauma
emergencies. Time data were insufficient for analysis in 33 cases,
leaving a study population of 274. Response times of the motorcycle and
the ambulance were prospectively assessed and compared. During rush
hours, the response times of the motorcycle and ambulance were 4.9+/-3.0
minutes and 6.3+/-3.4 minutes (P < .05), respectively, and in non-rush
hours, 4.2+/-2.1 minutes and 5.1+/-2.5 minutes (P < .05), respectively.
Using motorcycles to transport EMTs to the emergency scene significantly
reduced response time compared with a standard ambulance in a congested
urban setting. Large prospective studies are required to determine the
impact on patient outcome of shorter EMS response times using
motorcycles. EMS motorcycles appear feasible and deserve consideration
to help expedite pre-hospital care in other systems in densely populated
cities.
What is better than an article? How
about EMTs who ride Motorcycles...
Bet they could help with questions....
Click here to e-mail us .
Your e-mail will go to the MSET President and Public Information Officer.
Read about the highly successful
Miami-Dade First Responders MDFR and
here and
here
Captain Roman Bas is pictured to the left
Protective Clothing
Considering the
audience, I should not even have to mention this....
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
ATGATT - All the gear,
all the time....wear it.
Set an example be the
standard...
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