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A study of volunteer ambulance squads

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  • Mausner, J.S.
  • Benes, S.C.
  • Gabrielson, I.W.

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A study of all 37 ambulance squads in two Pennsylvania counties (Lehigh and Northampton), an area known to be served largely by volunteer units, was carried out by personal on site interviews in 1973. The objectives were to determine the structure and functions of the squads and to devise some preliminary estimates of effectiveness as a base for regional planning. Topics examined include population and geographic area served, numbers and training of personnel, vehicles, equipment, record keeping, finances, communications capabilities, and squad organization. The 34 volunteer squads were found to vary greatly in resources and sophistication. The rural squads in particular tended to be underfinanced, to have low call loads and a delayed response to calls. In some squads personnel were inadequate in numbers and training. The advantages and disadvantages of maintaining volunteer services in rural areas are discussed and some possible approaches to the problem of providing high quality services in rural areas outlined.

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  • Mausner, J.S. & Benes, S.C. & Gabrielson, I.W., 1976. "A study of volunteer ambulance squads," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 66(11), pages 1062-1068.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1976:66:11:1062-1068_7
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