At McNeil & Co., we are committed to proactive risk management and working to keep our clients and community as safe and well-trained as possible. As we identify new challenges and best practices in our industry, we host regular information sessions to share these insights.
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We will continue to update this page with new events and our team is here to help if you have questions.
Preparedness & Response to Animal Emergencies
First Responders get called to every type of call. These can include various animals. Let’s discuss some of these types of emergencies while keeping in mind, that they may not like that we are there to help.
OSHA Plan States Proposed 1910.156 Regulations Update
In February, OSHA published a proposed rule that will revise the 29 CFR 1910.156 “Fire Brigade” standard to make it a multi-discipline “Emergency Response” standard that would require fi re departments, EMS agencies and other rescue services to comply to a wide range of responder safety and health initiatives. In this presentation we will provide a general overview of what this proposed rule requires, we will discuss how you can evaluate its effect on your agency and how to provide your input during the current public comment period.
Crisis Intervention For First Responders
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Responses when we find people experiencing a mental health or behavioral crisis can be challenging and even dangerous for responders and victims alike. During this presentation we will take some time to consider the best practices and strategies for responding to those in crisis and how to best get them access to the help they need.
EMS and the Proposed Emergency OSHA Response Rule
OSHA has proposed replacing the 29 CFR 1910.156 Fire Brigade rule with a broader reaching “Emergency Response” rule. This Rule would not only apply to fire service organizations, but to all emergency responders including EMS and specialized rescue organizations as well. This effort will enhance safety for all first responders but may challenge your agency beyond your capability to comply if implemented in its current form. During this webinar we will present what the rule contains from a perspective of how it would impact all EMS agencies and we will off guidance on how to make sure you get input in the rule making process as we work together to improve the wellness and safety of all responders.
Heads Are Spinning On Busy Roadways
It’s getting to be that time of the year when everyone starts to travel for vacation and there are more vehicles on the roadways. Let’s review some important tips to stay safe when responding to incidents on busy roadways.
Be Smart About Fireworks
With summer in the US comes celebrations where we see the use of fireworks. Most fireworks injuries and deaths are preventable. In this presentation ways we can educate our communities and urge consumers to celebrate safely this holiday by following the rules and important safety tips. We will also discuss considerations for how to manage responses when things go wrong.