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Is EMS communicating with the FCC?

M S Johnson, C VanCott, C Glass

    JEMS : a Journal of Emergency Medical Services
    |June 8, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary

    Emergency Medical Service (EMS) radio communication issues range from minor to life-threatening. Dedicated EMS radio frequencies, similar to those for police and fire, are urgently needed to improve safety and efficiency.

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    Area of Science:

    • Emergency medicine
    • Public safety communications

    Background:

    • Radio communication is critical for Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
    • Current radio systems face challenges impacting EMS operations.
    • Existing communication infrastructure is insufficient for optimal EMS response.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the spectrum of radio communication problems in EMS.
    • To advocate for dedicated radio frequencies for EMS.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of EMS communication challenges.
    • Comparison with dedicated frequencies used by other emergency services.

    Main Results:

    • EMS radio issues vary in severity, from inconvenient to fatal.
    • Lack of dedicated frequencies hinders effective communication.

    Conclusions:

    • Dedicated radio frequencies for EMS are essential.
    • Implementing exclusive frequencies will improve EMS operational efficiency and patient safety.

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