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Units - Medic 173
Shaler EMS Medic 173 is a 2004 Type 1 Ford ambulance manufactured by Medtec Industries and delivered by Pfund Superior Sales Company.
Unique features of this unit include a mid sized (90”) Challenger module, which is supported by a Link air ride suspension. This results in excellent payload capacity and a marked improvement in vehicle handling and patient comfort.
The emergency warning package is supplied by Whelen Engineering and consists of twenty (24) strobes, six (6) LEDs, and two halogen rotators. The siren is a dual amp system with in-the- bumper mounted speakers. The warning system is designed to provide emergency lighting at all levels of view. This unit also features underbody lighting which activates when the unit is in park. This allows greater safety for the crews on exiting and entering the unit.
Medic 173 is a licensed ALS (advanced life support) unit and carries all the standard equipment. Some of the advanced capabilities of this unit include the Physio-Control Lifepak 12 with hands free defibrillation and 12 lead EKG capabilities. In addition this machine includes non-invasive blood pressure monitoring and capnography. Ventilation of non-breathing and intubated patients is accomplished with the LSP automatic ventilator.
Patient transportation is accomplished with the Stryker Rugged MX-Pro stretcher. This stretcher has a weight capacity of 500 pounds and is a roll in type stretcher.
Medic 173 is a primary unit for Shaler Area EMS and handles about 800 calls per year.
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