The medical services provided by the Department are Advanced Life Support services under the direction of the Medical Director from St. Joseph’s Hospital in Kirkwood. The Paramedics assigned to the Paramedic Engine have the equipment on the vehicle in order to provide such treatment.
This includes:
- Monitor/Defibrillator
- IV and Drug Therapy Supplies
- Rescue Extrication Equipment
A private ambulance company provides transport to the hospital when needed.
In order to provide Fire, EMS and Hazmat response, members of the Department must maintain and enhance their knowledge and skills through constant training. The Department participates in approximately 200 hours of training annually per man. This training is conducted in house by Department training officers, St. Louis County Fire Academy, and by outside instructors on occasion.
