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1991 ambulance manufacturers directory.

G A Cady

    JEMS : a Journal of Emergency Medical Services
    |June 8, 1991
    PubMed
    Summary

    Ambulance design should involve all service providers for optimal function. An updated manufacturer list helps create custom ambulances tailored to specific needs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Emergency medical services vehicle engineering
    • Human factors in healthcare design

    Background:

    • Current ambulance design often overlooks the practical needs of frontline emergency medical service (EMS) providers.
    • A participatory approach is crucial for aligning vehicle form with essential function.

    Framework:

    • Advocates for a democratic design process in ambulance construction.
    • Emphasizes the inclusion of all EMS personnel in the design and specification stages.

    Implementation:

    • Highlights the utility of an annually updated directory of ambulance manufacturers.
    • Provides resources for sourcing manufacturers capable of custom vehicle fabrication.

    Implications:

    • Ensures custom-built ambulances precisely meet the unique operational requirements of different EMS agencies.
    • Aims to improve provider efficiency, safety, and overall effectiveness through better-designed emergency vehicles.

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