May 22, 2008
VICTORIA - A new Multi Casualty Incident (MCI) training program is teaching BC Ambulance Service (BCAS) paramedics how to prepare for and handle the worst incidents. The BCAS plays a critical role in the triage, treatment and transportation of patients at some of BC's worst Multiple Casualty Incidents and it is imperative that all paramedics have the best skills and training available to deal with these tragic events.
The BCAS has coordinated over 160 regional training courses across the province, providing MCI training to over 1,500 paramedics and more than 200 individuals from partner emergency service agencies such as fire and search and rescue. BCAS expects to complete training for all 3,300 BCAS paramedics by the end of 2008.
See Also:
Go to Top
