Posted in Safe Staging at MVAs on February 13th, 2008
Safe Staging at MVAs Part 2: Richard W. Patrick
Part 2: Richard W. Patrick
Secondary accidents at MVAs are unfortunately common. In an informal poll on EMSResponder.com, the majority of respondents say they’ve had close calls, and more than a quarter say they’ve experienced secondary accidents on scene. In light of two such incidents that recently resulted in the tragic deaths of a Kentucky EMS supervisor and a Michigan EMT, we sought the safety advice of expert Rick Patrick.
In this podcast Rick explains safe staging techniques that can save lives without costing a thing. Also look for the Safe Staging podcast with Dave Long and his online handout, Freeway Operations and Roadway Safety.
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Safe Staging at MVAs Part 2: Richard W. Patrick
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On November 24, 2006, I was struck by an inattentive semi driver while assisting an injured driver of an MVC. While all the lights and flares are good, cell phones and “Rubber-Neckers” are the real hazards on the highways. I was out for 5 months, but able to return to the job I love. My heart goes out to the families of those lost in these tragic incidents. I know how they feel.