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FROM: William B. Walker, MD, Health Services Director and ;.1" =` Contra
Dave Wahl, Acting Ch' f,'Bethell slad Fire Protection District ;> Costa
DATE: June 25, 1996 County
SUBJECT: Proposed Bethel' Island Fire Protection District Pilot Paramedic Program
SPECIFIC REQUESTIS)OR RECOMMENDATION(S)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the Bethel Island Fire Protection District in conjunction with the Emergency Medical Services Agency
to undertake a one-year pilot paramedic program utilizing part-time paramedic/firefighters as non-transporting first
responder personnel.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This program will have no County General Fund impact. One-year operating costs estimated at $104,720 and
start-up costs estimated at $13,808 (total of $118,528) will be covered under CSA EM-1 (Measure H).
BACKGROUND:
As a result of the community's remote location, paramedic ambulance response times to Bethel Island are among
the longest in the county. For 1995, the average ambulance response time in Bethel Island was 13.7 minutes
compared with a countywide average of 7.0 minutes. Only Discovery Bay and Byron had longer response times,
averaging 16.3 and 13.8 minutes, respectively. However, to better serve those communities, a Measure H funded
first responder paramedic program has been in place since 1992. That program uses a single American Medical
Response paramedic in a non-transporting unit stationed at the Byron fire station to respond to medical
emergencies in the Byron/Discovery Bay area.
The attached Proposal of the Bethel Island Fire Protection District will pilot an alternative model using paid-on-
call firefighter/paramedics to provide first responder paramedic service. Under the proposed program, 10 part-
time paramedic personnel will be hired to augment the District's existing paid-on-call staff. Preference will be
given to hiring paramedics who have completed Firefighter I training. All paramedic personnel hired will
complete a Fire District orientation course (16 hours for Firefighter I trained personnel or 40 hours for those
without Firefighter I training). One paramedic/firefighter will then be assigned on duty during each shift and will
respond to medical emergencies as well as perform other firefighter duties.
Measure H funding will initially be committed for a one-year period during which time the program will be
evaluated from an operational and emergency medical response perspective. Continued operation beyond the first
year will be dependent upon the program's success and the availability of ongoing funding.
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Contact: Emergency Medical Services 646-4690
CC: County Administrator
Health Services Administration ATTESTEDQ�
Emergency Medical Services PHIL BATCH LOR, CLERK OF THE BOARD OF
Bethel Island Fire Protection District UPERVISO AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
BY r, AAA DEPUTY
_ BETHEL 11SLAN /
Fire Protection District
Aging Chief
DAVID WAHL We Commissioners:
RALPH DRAUDSON
. RICHARD OORNFEED
fi3tRY DAVIS
CHRISTIAN SANDUS
DALE WONG
PROPOSAL
P47t-777me Parame&&Tirefighters
in the Bethel Island Fire Protection District
The Bethel Island Fire Protection District provides fire and rescue emergency services to a
rural six square mile area at the far northeast corner of Contra Costa County (see map,
appendix A). The permanent population of 3,500, predominately of retirement age,
increases seasonally due to the influx of recreational boaters and owners of summer
vacation homes. Though outside actual fire district boundaries, emergency services are
also provided throughout Contra Costa County's eastern portion of the San Joaquin Delta
via marine fireJrescue apparatus at the request of the U.S.Coast Guard
The District's single fire station responds to approximately 360 calls annually. About 70%
of these are medial emergencies, 15% are fires, and 15% are hazardous conditions or
public service calls. The District maintains three sworn positions, each with suppression
.and administrative responsibilities. Additionally, eighteen (18) paid-on-call firefighters
provide emergency response and, on a volunteer basis, share program management
responsibility. The station is currently staffed from 8:00am to 5:00pm seven days per week
with a minimum of two(2)paid and/or paid-on-call personnel.
Upon review of the 1993 Annual Program Report published by the Contra Costa County
MAS Agency, the District found itself to be one of the very few areas within the County
that does not receive paramedic service within the standard response time of 10 minutes.
Further research by District staff showed that virtually none of the 200+code 3 emergency
medical responses met this common standard.
Over the past six months, a variety of options have been explored to address the extended
paramedic response times in the District. The most promising of these, from the
standpoint of delivering the highest possible standard of advanced life support within the
confines of current fiscal resources, is presented in this document. The concept is unique
in that it combines the resources of the Bethel Island Fire Protection District with program
management skills of EMS Agency staff and Measure "H" funding to produce a cost-
effective solution to a service deficiency in the community of Bethel Island, that neither
agency could fully resolve on its own.
P.O.Box 623-Bethel Island.CA 94511-TelTh6nc(510)6842211-FAX(510)'6843154
It is proposed that the Bethel Island Fire Protection District, in conjunction with the
Contra Costa. County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency, implement a pilot
program, to continue for a minimum of one (1) year, utilizing part-time
paramedic/firefighters as non-transporting first responder personnel in the Bethel Island
Fire Protection District (BIFPD) This program would provide one paramedic/firefighter
as part of the engine crew responding to all requests for assistance in the Bethel Island
Fire Protection District. Data will be collected during the first year of operation in order
to evaluate the program's cost-effectiveness, its impact: upon the identified shortcomings
of current service levels, and how closely the objectives and intent of Measure `H' are
fulfilled.
The paramedic/firefighter will provide Advanced Life Support Fust Responder medical
assistance as needed, as well as respond to fire emergencies, hazardous materials and
rescue incidents, and other public service requests. Other job responsibilities va include
fire prevention and public education activities.
PROGRAM SPECMCA.'I'IONS
Personnel
The paramediclfirefighters would be incorporated into an existing paid-on-call program in
the Bethel Island Fire Protection District, and required to work a minimum number of
shifts per month to remain in good standing. Due to the relatively low number of medical
responses in the district, and the fact that the paramedic will be worldrig without a partner,
the pilot program will seek paramedics with a minimum of one (1) year full time field
experience. To assist with skM retention, paramedics, would be required to maintain
active,fiilltime employment with an approved AIS provider agency. Other requirements
would consist of current paramedic licensure in the State,of California, current Advanced
Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) or
PreHospital Trauma We Support (PHTLS) training prior to working in the District.
Accreditation in Contra Costa County is not a requirement to enter the selection process,
but must be completed prior to beginning shift work-
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orkTen (10) paramedics will be selected from an eligibility list created by the Selection
Process (see appendix B). The most desirable candidates for the pilot program are
paramedics currently accredited in Contra Costa County, with more than 1 year full-time
field experience and current employment with an approved ALS provider agency.
Although Firefighter I training would not be required to participate in the pilot program,
paramedic personnel meeting the above requirements, who also have Firefighter I training
would be the preferred candidates.
Persons hired with the desired qualification of Firefighter I training will complete a 16-
hour Fire District Orientation course. Topics will include familiarization to District Rules
and Regulations, Policy and Procedures Manual, Infection Control Program, and Contra
Costa County Personnel Management Regulations; use of safety equipment such as
firefighter's turnout clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus; firefighting tools,
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equipment and communications systems; fire apparatus including the District's two
fire/rescue boats; engine company performance standards; and familiadzation.with District
streets,water supply sources and levee system.
Upon successful completion of an eighteen (18) month probationary period, the District
will, at the employee's expense, apply to the Office of the State Fire Marshall for the
employee's Firefighter I Certification
Persons hired without the desired qualification of Firefighter I training will complete a 40-
hour Fire District orientation course. The course will consist of an expanded version of
the topics mentioned above. Employees without Firefighter I ttaining will be expected to
complete the next available Firefighter I Academy on their own time, with the direct costs
of the Academy being borne by the Fire District.. When the employee is hired, s/he will
enter into an agreement with the District to remain as an employee for a 'minimum of
eighteen(18) months from completion of the Academy training. If the employee resigns
prior to completing either the Academy or the eighteen(18)month post-Academy period,
s/he will reimburse, on a prorated schedule,the direct costs of the Fire Academy and pre-
Academy training incurred by the District(see appendix Q.
Upon successful completion of an eighteen(18) month probationary period(which begins
at the end of the Academy training), the District will, at the employee's expense, apply to
the Office of the State Fire Marshall for the employee's Firefighter I Certification.
As firefighterswith the Bethel Island Fire Protection District, employees will be bound by
current Rules and Regulations of the District and shall be subject to Contra Costa County
Personnel Management Regulations, as they apply to part-fm employees. Immediate
supervision shall be provided by Officers of the District for all matters other than those
concerning medical control.
Communications/Documentation
As First Responder ALS personnel,the paramediclfirefighters will be expected to perform
appropriate BIS and ALS skills while awaiting the arrival of the transport unit.
A MEDARS portable radio supplied by the Contra Costa EMS Agency, and a portable
cellular phone supplied by Bethel Island Fire Protection District will provide field-to-
hospital communications with Mt.Diablo Medical Center, which will be the assigned base
hospital for the unit. The paramedictfirefighters will be expected to follow all current
patient treatment guidelines and policies, as outlined the Contra Costa County Prehospital
Care Manual and County Policies.
For purposes of continuity of patient care, the first paramedic on the scene will be in
charge of patient care, until s/he turns the patient over to a transporting unit or a receiving
facility. If time permits, the Bethel Island Fire Protection District paramedic/firefighter
will complete a Contra Costa County Prehospital Care Report (PCR) prior to transport
and give a copy to the transporting unit. If it is not possible to complete the PCR prior to
transport, the PCR will be completed and faxed to the receiving hospital when the first
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responder returns to the Bethel Island Fire Protection District station. A verbal report
shall by given to the transporting unit in all situations. `
If a BLS unit arrives to provide transport, and the patient requires ALS care during
transport, or if ALS care has been provided prior to transport, the paramedic/firefighter
will accompany the patient to the receiving hospital.
' Housing/Uniforms
The District's fire station is equipped with three fold-up beds, lockers, a Bull kitchen and
restroom with a shower. Structural turnout clothing will be supplied by the Fire District
and is to be maintained by the employee. The Diistriict has ten (10) complete sets of
turnouts in various sizes. The employee may purchase a station uniform per District
guidelines at his/her own expense, or may order a Top Notch fire-resistive cotton jumpsuit,
which will be supplied by the District.
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Scheduling
As a condition of employment, each paramediclfirefighter will be required to work no less
than three (3) 24-hour"shifts per month. Shift charkge will occur at 0700 hours, to
accommodate employees leaving to work shifts with thew full-time employers. Each
month, on a date and time to be determined, employes will sign up for shifts in the
following month, until all days in that month are staffed (this process may he modified
depending upon the needs of the program). Unless approved in advance by the District,
an employees inability to comply with this obligation may be considered as a voluntary
resignation. In the event shifts are available at the end of the sign-up period, employees
may fill more than their three shift minimum
Supplies/Equipment
Paramedic supplies and equipment will be purchased and maintained through an agreement
with American Medical Response West. All required ALS equipment will be carried on
the engine, with back-up stocks of medications and other supplies maintained in a locked
cabinet at the station(see appendix D for listing of supplies/equipment).
Narcotics will be stored in the cab of the fire apparatus, using a double lock storage
system The storage container that houses the narcotics will be secured inside a larger
cabinet, and will utilize the Fire District's KNOX--BOX security system. The KNOX-BOX
key, as well as the key to the larger cabinet will be passed from paramedic to paramedic at
shift change. In the event that the off-going paramedic must leave prior to the arrival of
the on-coming paramedic, the off-going paramedic will secure the KNOX-BOX key in the
Sentralock system on the fire apparatus. The on-coining paramedic will contact the
Contra Costa County Fire Dispatch Center and request: that they release the Sentralock
system, allowing access to the key(see appendix E for additional information).
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A process is being developed to allow the first responder paramedic to "swap" narcotics
with the transporting ALS unit. The transport unit would then restock at a facility
approved by the Contra Costa County EMS Agency.
Costs
Costs for the pilot program have been divided into two parts. The start-up costs include
initial training/orientation of personnel, uniforms and purchase of equipment and supplies
needed to put the unit into service. These costs are estimated at $13,808.00. On-going
costs throughout the one year pilot period include personnel costs, equipment maintenance
(Lifepak 10), and medical supply restock costs, and are estimated to be $104,720.00.
Total cost for the one year pilot is$118,528.00(see appendix F for cost break-downs).
Quality Improvement
For the pilot program, Quality Improvement (Ql) and medical oversight activities will be
coordinated by the Contra Costa County EMS Agency. Operational QI oversight will be
provided by Bethel Island Fire Protection District.
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P.O.B=625.300 Ranch lax,Bethel 1s1aod.CA 94511-(5101684-2211
PARAMEDIC-FIREFIGHTER
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THE POSITION
YLe Bethd Island Fro Pnotecow District,m coquaction with the Contra Costa County Fmergexy Madical
Savim Agoncy will.as a pliat pmt cq4 and staff a single panwwdio-engine an a 24 Lour.7 day per
Mock sc w&k Along svrth the District's full-time employees Gowsod paramodia will week for the District no
s part-eme basis as pa --wo-fire5glrtas. wodc periods and oro&days will be scheduled an a monthly basis
dq xadeat an the Distrikx's needs and in a000rd with the work schoduks of the tea(10)eanddaws who will be
blind. Each paras will be required to vm&no less thea throe(3)tacaty-&w"hour d dfis
pch mmth An employment list will be created floe the purpose of filling ensue vacancies
The M- Infighter vada'direction. provides Advanced Life Support first wspooder pro-bMital
CMrrgmay medical cart and emergency medical assistance to victims of accidentsworries or illnesses; •"
ars; - 1-to fire emo ge:b6 s.Latardous matuials and resare n4dentsand oduer public savior requests;
drives,gmues orad maintains emergency aw=w*a and marine apparatus and oquipmaa;pc&rms fire
prnveotioa orad pulslic adsration activities and:dated worL
MINII4IUM QUALMCAMONS
j jp=$==umv2di L Valid Class C Ca1'iSomia Motor Wbide OpecxWs Liomse,and Bre ability to obtain a
Class B browse if ro 1 1 F 4 2 Possession of a valid State of Oaldomis I.ioeaso lin Patamodraoe iachrdrrg
eoltificatioas in ACES.orad 8=or PH=at time of application. 3. Mint obtain aoaoddstion from
Cwt m Mosta County as a ft amodic within 60 days of ate.
W*hSdwd godubion areVivalcuL
Ono year of fatlldime or its equivalent field acperience as a paramedic is sognir+ed Tap or move
yenta of fidW a acpaia=orad, — I fun-tine empbymed as a field pas:modio b pr+de:ted.
C Sonia State Fm Marshal Fla I course ooaopktioq,4w wID be tequited to
000ap4rot trs:aiag by the cad of probation. Employees trained to the Ind of Fuefi&w I at the DitWes
espeaae will be requited to eater into as agreement for reimbmswreat of duod costs.
Prior to appomtmeck atm Iowa talo and pass a physical
boa emmiaatioa sunder the auspices of the County Medical Cotte. Appomwes to poduoox of
paramedioHudtghtx will be aeglticod to mace and maintain lire d strid staadatds of physical health
000dltioaiag orad weight as asap be prescribed.
SELECTION PROCESS
L Agpficatioa Frho Appliadons may be obtained from the Be&d Island Fite Ptotoofm District drift at
3045 Ra+KL Lax,Bedtd Island,CA between.the Louts of 8:00 ant and 5:00 pm A completed Ccutm
Cx a County employment application must be nooeived in the District Offroo by 5:00 pin.
-1995. Application copies or resumes may not be substituted for the official
County aippGation and law applications will be disqualified. It is the appliraut's responsibility to allow
adequate mail ordehvcrytime.
2• dppGcaft SaneainQ An Application Screening Committee will be cowmod to inview and evaluate each
candid application Those doemod to be best qualified for the positions will be invited to participate in an
agTtytest and ail interview.
3. Phyxiirrl Agility Test Candidates must sucoessMy mai perfomtanx standards designed to insure that
individual,candidates posses the strength, enduraax and agility requbod to perfean paramodic-firef�
tasla. An candidaus who pass the physical agility test will be invited to a structured oral interview.
4. Qlal Interview An oral interview will be conducted by a Qualifications Appraisal Board is Betted Island,
Cel The Board will evaluate job related qualifications of each candidate. Candidates must receive a rating of
at least 70 Som a majority of the Board Mambas to be ranked on the employment list. (Weighted 100%)
FII`IAL F1I.ING 1995 ORAL WMVIEW: To be anmonaced
AN EouAL OPPORTUNITY&APIOYER-rT IS THE POUCY OF THE BETHEL[STAND FIRE PROTECTION NOT TO QUA NATE BECAUSE
OF RACE COLOR.RBJC40K SFX SEXUAL PRI CE NATIONALORIG K AGE OR 01SABUTY
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Acting chief Fine Commissionas
DAVID WAHL
RALPH DRAUDSON
RICHARD OORNFIEU)
JERRY DAWFS
CHRISTIAN SANDERS
DAL E WONG
AGREEMENT
I admowlodge and understand that the Bethel Island Fire Protection District desim and intends to hire
only firefighters with California State Fie Marshal Firefighter I training I further understand that if an
employee receives Firefighter I training at the District's expense he or she shall agree to continue
employment with the Bethel Island Fire Protection District for a minimum of eighteen(18)months after
the completion of this training.
In consideration for 1)being hired without Furfighter I training 2)for the valuable training received in
the Bethel Island Firer Protection District and 3)for the expenses:incurred by the Fie District to sponsor
my enrollment in a local Firefighter I Academy.
L I hereby agree that, unless rejected on probation or discharged as a Firefighter, I will amain in the
employ of the Bethel Island Fire Protection District for a minimum of eight=(18)months from the date
of completion of my F=fighter I Amdemy.
2. I further agree that if I resign from the Bethel Island Fine Protection District within eighteen (18)
months of completion of the Academy I will reimburse the District for the estimated direct costs related to
my academy and pre4cademy training. The Schedule of ]Reimbursement (attached hereto and
incorporated herein)sets forth the amounts which I will be required to ramburse, I herby agree that my
final paycbeck with the Bethel Island Fuc Protection District will be used as frill or partial satisfaction of
my debt With the concurrence of the Bethel Island Fire Protection District,I can agree to an alternate
payment schedule,at which time my final check would be released to me.
3. Should it become necessary for the Bethel Island Fire Protection District to file snit in order to collect
such costs,I further agree to pay all costs of said suit, including attorney's foes interred by the Bethel
Island Fue Protection District,as well as interest allowed at the legal rate on the amount owed by me.
4. I understand that all terms and conditions of employment remain unchanged by this agreement, and
that this agreement in no way is a guarantee of any right to continued employment All County rules and
procedures,as well as Rules and Regulations that relate to Bethel Island Fire Protection District personnel
are in full effect during my employment with the District I recognize that this agreement has no effect on
the authority of the Bethel Island Fire Protection District to invoke disciplinary actions.
I also acknowledge that I have had at least seven (7) days to ammine this agreement and have been
advised by Bethel Island Fire Protection District personnel that l should consult with an advisor or
attorney prior to entering into this agreement
Employee
Name(Print) Signature Date
P.O.Box 623,3045 Ranch Lane, Babd Wand,G 94111 -Telephone(510)684-2211 -FAX(510)684-3154
SAMPLE
The.schedule below reflects a prorated meat based on current direct costs of one local
Community College Fimhghter I Academy. Actual costs may vary due to increased Fine*Academy or pre-
Academy training costs. R,eimbursemeut schedules will be tailored to each individual at the time of hire.
fi=fighter Wage plus Workers Comp
and FICA. $11.00 X 16.5%X40 hours=S512.60
REMMURSEMENT
SCBMULE
Cost to Bethel Island Fre Protection District
40-Dour pm-Academy training $513.00
Fuefighter I Academy $500.00 ,
Total lambursement $1,013.00
At Completion of 1 month $957.00
At Completion of 2 months 5900.00
At Completion of 3 months $844.00
At Completion of 4 months $788.00
At Completion of 5 months $732.00
At Completion of 6 months $675.00
At Completion of 7 months $619.00
At Completion of 8 months $563.00
At Completion of 9 months $506.00
At Completion of 10 months $450.00
At Completion of 11 months $394.00
At Completion of 12 months $337.00
At Completion of 13 months 5281.00
At Completion of 14 months $225.00
At Completion of 15 months $169.00
At Completion of 16 months $112.00
At Completion of 17 months $ 56.00
At Completion of 18 months $ 0.00
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tart- p Stock
Item Price per Unit Minimum Qty. Total Cost
f3aftery Support System $1,260.00 1 $1,260.00
Defib Gel Pads $3.45 2 $6.90
Defib Pediatric Adapter $99.00 1 $99.00
EKG Paper(roll) $1.47 2 $2.94
Electrodes set of 3 $0.42 2 $0.84
Lffepak Battery $80.00 4 $320.00
LP-10 Morfdor/Defib $8,095.50 1 $8,095.50
LP-10 Case $220.50 1 1 $220.50
LP-1 0 Tester $40.00 2 $80.00
Monitor Cables $85.501 1 $85.50
Sub-Total $10,171.18
Airvva E ui ment
ivMoscopeBlades
Miller 1,2.3,4 $27.44 4 $109.76- ,.
Mac 3,4 $27.44 2 $54.88
Ooc Sydnge $0.20 2 $0.40
Vnbu Ba -Adult with mask $17.24 1 $17.24
Vnbu Ba - di with mask $17.24 1 $17.24
Batteries $0.70 2 $1.40
liest Decom . Kd $40.50 1 $40.50
Y22!��-OMYKit $25.20 1 $25.20
.OA(complete) $38.55 1 $38.55
IT P.0 thru 9.0 $209 13 $27.17
Vets $276 2 $5.52
.YGelpaks $0.04 5 $0.20
a wateiproof tube holder $235 2 $4.70
Bulbs (sm/1 $3.75 2 $7.50
Handle $20.94 1 $20.94.
ill Forces ed1 $5.24 1 $5.24
t ill Forces Adult $5.24 1 $5.24
lebulizer $1.12 1 $1.12
leburmer Mask $1.75 1 $1.75
IPA 26 thru 34 $295 5 $14.75
iPA 0 thru 6 $0.82 7 $5.74
irway Bag $203.84 1 $203.84
Sub-Total $608.88
Medications
ativated Charcoal $0.28 1 $0.28
denocard 6 mg $19.50 4 $78.00
Ibuterol 0.3cc unit dose $1.63 2 $3.26
tropine 1 mg $1.50 4 $6.00
enadryl 50 mg $1.26 2 $2.52
retylium 500 mg $1.75 2 $3.50
aC1500 mg $1.50 2 $3.00
50 25 gm $1.75 2 $3.50
iazepam 10 mg $3.00 2 $6.00
)opamine 400mg (Pre-mix) $8.13 1 $8.13
inc phrine 1:10001 mg $2.19 2 $q.38
'ne hdne 1:10,0001 mg $1.50 5 $7,50
ne rine 1:100010 mg $11.28 1 $1128
!I on i m $25,75 1 $25.75
a Jx 40 m $1.57 3 $4.71
aatated Ringers 1000cc $0.96 4 $3.84
klocalne.100 m $295 3 $8.85
4orphine Suffate 10 m $0,70 5 $3.50
laroan 2.0 m $525 6 $31.50
Cttros $2;1.56 1 $23.56
odium Bicarb 50 mEq $1.751 2 $3.50
Sub-Total 242.56
Other E ui nt/Su ties
P Cuff-Obese $22.94 1 $22.94
etadine Preps $0.04 25 $1.00
ac Wner Needles $027 3 $0.81
acutalner Holders $0,17 3 $0.51
eedies 18 thru $0.07 21 $1.47
,acroTubing $124 3 $3.72
lin;Drip Tubing $1.04 3 $3.12
f Ext.Tubi $0.78 4 $3.12
f Catheter 14 thru 22 a $0.76 25 . $19.00
)Needle $21.25 2 $42.50
RUM $3.82 1 $3.32
Top Blood Tubes $0.07 3 $0.21
ad Top Blood Tubes $0.06 3 $0.18
dine Flush Kds $0.85 3 $2.55
One locks $3.94 3 $11.62
mg Bag $250.00 1 $250.00
stile Saline 10 cc $0.85 3 $2.55
flinges 10 cc $0.20 4 $0.80
Id 1,3,5 cc $0.30 9 $270
x;atrtiquets $0.20 3 $0.60
Sub-Total $372.92
Total $i 1,395.54
Sales Tax $940.13
Total Cost $12,335.67
Back-Up Sio
em Price e2r Unit Minimum
e Fa7s .45 211
KG P r rot $1:47
ledrodes set of 3 $0.42
fe Battery $80.00
►onitor Cables $85.50
Sub-Total
Airway Equipment
Blades
Miller 1.2,3,4 $27.44 4 $109.76
Mac 3,4 $27.44 2 $54.88
)oc Syringe $0.20 5 $1.00 ..
rbu Ba -Adult with mask $17.24 4 $68.96
rbu Ba -ped(with mask $17.24 2 $34.48 - .•
'Butteries $0.70 2 $1.40
lest Oeoom . Kit $40.50 1 $40.50
om m $2520 1 $25.20
7A com fete $38.55 1 $38.55
I'T .0 thru 9.0 $209 28 $58.52
$276 5 $13.60
t Cel paks $0.04 10 $0.40
wets tube holder $2.35 4 $9.40
Bulbs(sm/1g $3.75 4 $15.00
Handle $20.94 1 $20.94
1((Foroe i) $5.24 1 $5.24
Mill Force Adult . $524 1 $524
Wizer $1.12 10 $11.20
WIM Mask $1.75 5 $8.75
'A 26 thru 34 1 $2,951 101 V4.50
'A(0 thru 6) 1 $0.82 14 $11.48
Sub-Total $564.20
Medications
tivated Charcoal $0.28 2 $0.56
lenocard 6 mg $19.50 4 $78.00
YAero(0.3cc unit dose $1.63 5 $8.15
-opine 1 mg $1.50 5 $7.50
!nadrO 50 mg $1.26 5 $6.30
ium 500 mg $1.75 2 $3.50
.C(500 mg $1.50 1 $1.50
0 25 gm $1.75 6 $10.50
,gamine 400mg (pre-mix) $8.13 1 $8.13
inephrine 1:10001 mg $2.19 2 $4.38
,ins hrine 1:10,0001 m $1.50 10 $15.00
,inephrine 1:100010 mg $11.28 1 1 $11.28
icagon 1 mg $25.75 1 $25.75
sic 40 mg $1.57 6 $9.42
3docaine 100 mg_ $295 5 $14.75
;ar�aan 20 m $5.?� 10 $5250
Sitros to $23.56 1 $23.x6
mum Bicarb 50 mEq $1.75 2 $3.50
Sub-Total 284.28
Other"Equipment/Supplies
3P Cuff-Obese $2294 1 $22.94
ietadne Preps $0.04 25 $1.00
/acainer Needles $027 10 $270
/acutainer Holders $0.17 .10 $1.70
Jeedles 18 thru a $0.07 21 $1.47
dacro Tubing $1.24 5 $620
Mini Drip Tubing $1.04 5 $5.20
V Ext.Tubing $0.78 10 $7.80
V Catheter 14 thru a $0.76 25 $19.00
Y Needle $21.25 2 $4250
folutrol $3.52 2 $6.64
actated Ringers 1000cc $0.96 10 $9.60
Uple To Blood Tubes $0.07 10 $0.70
led Top Blood Tubes $0.06 10 $0.60
taiine Flush K $0.85 5 $425
►8 me Looks $3.94 5 $19.70
*wW Saline 10 cc $0251 5. $4.25
10 cc $0.20 20 84.00
1.3,5 cc $0.50 20 $6.00
bumiquets $0.20 20 $4.00
Sub-Total $170.25
Total $1,359.74
Sales Tax $112.16
Total Cost $1 471.92
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Hleavy duty cast brass body.
Secumly protects the Knox Master Key inside firetruck. FuU weather sealed version available.
Special radio access code prevents unauthorized master key release. Eky retained when open. UL
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other electrical devices. (HEAVY DUTY KEYTAGS—Write on
Simple Installation. directly or use typed labels.
High Security,UX.Listed. UL 'TAMPER SEALS—Will fit all Knox
KEY SWITCH:3/4"Dia.x 2"long with 12"leads,requires lock covers.
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aluminum which is fused directly to the steel surface to provide a•eery rugged barrier to salt air and other extreme
environmental conditions.Then it's given our standard powder coat finish.
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Appendix F
Expenses:
Salaries:
10 Paramedic/Firefighters @$10.00/hour $ 87,600
Workers Compensation Insurance $ 7,744
FICA Taxes $ 6.701
Total Personnel Expenses: $102,045
Medical Suppties/Other Expenses:
Replacement Medical Supplies:
(avg cost of$9.00/call x 200 calls per year) $ 1,800
Lifepak 10 Maintenance(per year) $ 875
Total Medical/Other Expenses: $ 2,675
$104,720
Start-Up Expenses
Medical Supplies/Equipment $7(3,808
Total Start-Up Expenses S 13-808
TOTAL ONE-YEAR PILOT PROGRAM COSTS $118,528
Bethel Island Fire part-time ParamediclFirefighter,Proposal 6
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Acting Chief Fire Commissioners
DAVID WAHL
RALPH DRAUDSON
RICHARD CORNFIELD
JERRY DAVIS
CHRISTIAN SANDERS
DALE WONG
Bethel Island Fire District Part-Time Paramedic/Firefighter Proposal
Goals and Objectives
The Bethel Island Fire Protection District, in conjunction with the Contra Costa County
EMS Agency, has proposed that a pilot program utilizing part-time paramedic/firefighters
as non-transporting first responders, be implemented to serve the community of Bethel
Island and surrounding rural areas. The program would be funded through County
Service Area EM-1 and evaluated at the end of one year to determine its cost
effectiveness, its impact upon the identified shortcomings of current service levels, and
how closely the objectives and intent of Measure H are fulfilled.
The specific goal of the program would be to "enhance the provision of advanced life
support services to the community." Listed below are seven measurable objectives that
will be tracked throughout the one year pilot period.
1. Reduce the current average response time of fourteen (14) minutes for the arrival of
advanced life support personnel by at least 50%.
2. Reduce on-scene time of transporting ALS units, thereby reducing overall time taken
to deliver patients to hospital emergency rooms.
3. Hire and schedule certified and experienced part-time paramedics to ensure service
availability 24 hours per day and 7 days per week.
4. Utilize paramedic employees to train existing EMT firefighters to assist paramedics
when performing advanced life support skills.
5. Dispatch Bethel Island paramedic engine on an auto-aid basis to the immediately
surrounding area where a delayed response or need for multiple ALS units may be
indicated.
6. Provide service with as little impact as possible on Measure H funds by using part-time
employees at no more than fire district paid-on-call firefighters' salaries.
7. Deliver paramedic first responders via Bethel Island fire/rescue boat directly to scene
of waterborne accidents or medical emergencies. (Currently victims of boating
accidents or illness are transported to land based ALS units by private or BLS fire
district boats.