This is the most well equipped unit, and is able to handle life-taking emergencies. Squad Unit - heavy rescue truck with highly trained rescue personnel. This unit is dispatched anytime there is a problem accessing a patient. Click here for an explanation of medications and procedures allowed by each EMT level. Click here for an full explanation of each EMT level.
Some calls also receive automatic dispatch of law enforcement.
ECC also has the ability to pre-arrival instructions to the calling party so they may the victim before the arrival of the ambulance. These pre-arrival instructions have been instrumental in saving lives. To aid in locating calling parties and reduce the number of false calls, ECC has an enhanced 911 system that displays the callers address as soon as the phone is answered by communications personnel. They do not provide patient care, only protection for rescue personnel. Go BACK to MAIN page.